http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:33:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193421.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193421.html Governor proclaims ‘Thank a Farmer’ Day In recognition of the 22 million Americans who work on farms or in farm-related jobs, including the 55,000 beef producers here in Oklahoma, Gov. Brad Henry issued a proclamation declaring Nov. 20 as “Thank Your Farmers and Ranchers” day in Oklahoma. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:33:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193257.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193257.html Mark A. Stansberry of Edmond was inducted into the 2009 Western Oklahoma Hall of Fame onTuesday. Also inducted were Teresa Mullican and Joe Britton, both of Western Oklahoma. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:31:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193029.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193029.html No one told Jen Basford that she couldn’t design and build her dream during a recession, so she did. She custom built a 3,500-square-foot studio for her 4-year-old business, 3 girls photography. The building, at 1024 W. Covell Road, was completed in July; the studio’s grand opening was Nov. 12. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:31:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193223.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324193223.html Investing is a difficult business, and choosing the right investment for the short- or long-term can be a daunting task. Imagine the frustration when you get it all right, make the right prediction and still lose money. As my friends in California might say, “That’s a major bummer dude!” That’s what has been happening to some investors using ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) investing in commodities. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:49:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324172426.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324172426.html The recent extension of the $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers and the $6,500 tax credit for homebuyers who currently own a home holds promise for a more robust winter housing market than usual. Because more buyers will be entering the market for home financing I thought it beneficial to offer insight into six common pitfalls to securing home financing. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:23:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324172344.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_324172344.html Homebuilder sentiment index unchanged in NovemberLOS ANGELES (AP) — A key gauge of homebuilders’ confidence held steady in November, reflecting a cautious outlook from residential developers as they waited to learn whether Congress would extend a homebuyer tax credit. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:46:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_322205223.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_322205223.html Walgreens sponsors diabetes wellness eventThe Walgreens at 301 S. Santa Fe Ave. will sponsor a Diabetes Wellness Event from 1-7 p.m. today in recognition of National Diabetes Month. The event offers free blood glucose (for patients without diabetes) or A1C tests (for patients with diabetes as noted on the consent form) as well as pharmacist consultations. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:15:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_322211532.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_322211532.html The unemployment rate is floating near the double digits. There is a growing number of people out of work and many are looking to try something new. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:37:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_320153806.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_320153806.html Independent oil and gas producer Devon Energy Corp. said Monday it will divest its Gulf of Mexico and international assets. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:32:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_320153344.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_320153344.html General Motors Co. said Monday it lost $1.2 billion from the time it left bankruptcy protection through Sept. 30, far better than it has reported in previous quarters and a sign that the auto giant is starting to turn around its business. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:19:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_320152132.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_320152132.html U.S. retail sales rose more than expected in October due largely to a big rebound in auto sales. But broader consumer spending remains under pressure, raising questions about the durability of the recovery. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:58:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317200049.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317200049.html It’s official; President Obama has extended the homebuyer tax credit through April 30. This legislation translates into an $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers and $6,500 for subsequent homebuyers. It also means an increase in activity on real estate transactions. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:57:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317195803.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317195803.html Edmond Chamber professional completes training programThe Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce Executives Association recently recognized Allison Fine, information specialist at the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce, for successfully completing the Chamber Management Institute. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:56:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317195619.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317195619.html The Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce had its annual Sporting Clays Tournament on Nov. 6 at Silverleaf Shotgun Sports in Guthrie. The winner of the event was the MIDCON Data Services Team 2, top, represented by, from left, Pat Tolson, Tobin Paris and Steve Waddell; not pictured is Wade Farrar. Jim Miller of the Arvest Bank team had the high score of the day, hitting 43/50 clay pigeons. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:55:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317195531.html http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/business/local_story_317195531.html Age and personality differences can make for a “wild and crazy” workplace. Say the sentence, “We are two wild and crazy guys,” and most baby boomers picture nearly identical scenes from “Saturday Night Live.” Employees from other generations, however, are in the dark.