http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:16:15 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021619 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021619 Norman has eight members on its city council, each serving a term of two years. This year the even numbered wards are up for election: Wards 2, 4, 6 and 8. The filing period is Jan. 11-13, 2010, and the council election will be March 2, 2010. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:16:14 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021618 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021618 OG--E Electric Services has named James Chappel the community affairs manager for Norman, Moore, Mustang and surrounding communities. As OG--E community affairs manager, he serves as the company's liaison with city, county and state government officials and represents the company in various communities, civic and economic development-related activities. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:16:12 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021614 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021614 A. Thomas Loy wants to add another bottom line to business.He calls it the double bottom line: Financial profits are definitely a goal, but so is helping the poor and underprivileged. It's a form of business with a new name, social entrepreneurship, and it's something the Oklahoma City businessman said he'll soon see a lot more of. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:16:01 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021603 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021603 This year was supposed to be a good year for pecans in Oklahoma.Brett Mason, of Mason's Pecans and Peanuts, said the state was due for a big crop this year. He said last year's crop was nonexistent, which usually means a good one will follow. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:15:46 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021546 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021546 Griffin Memorial Hospital recently recognized employees of the year at an employee banquet.Awards were handed out in the Employee Dining Room by hospital administrator Randy May.Five employees received $100 each from Rieger L. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:15:44 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021544 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021544 President Obama recently approved an extension to the first-time homebuyer tax credit, which was scheduled to expire Nov. 30.The newest federal tax credit has expanded its reach to include current homeowners who are seeking to relocate and increased income limits for each borrower. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:15:41 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021541 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021541 Once again, the Christmas shopping season is upon us and the Internet bad guys have come up with even more clever ways to steal your money. In spite of the many security dangers lurking in every corner, I still use a computer to buy and sell things on the Internet. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:15:40 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021540 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021540 Real estate sales of $100,000 and above, as recorded by the office of Cleveland County Clerk, Tammy Howard.Nov. 9-13Lot 25, Block 10, Lake Woods, $177,500. Buyer, Judy K. Rodgers. Seller, Harvest Homes Properties LLC. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:15:34 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021535 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_325021535 Several local farms will sell Oklahoma-grown Christmas trees this holiday season, with several available in Cleveland County.Farms in Cleveland County and McClain County that will sell Christmas trees this season include:· Goddard Tree Farm, 5209 E. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:16:07 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021610 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021610 Public Relation Society of Oklahoma City member Sandra Longcrier was recently inducted into the national PRSA College of Fellows. The honor is conferred on public relations professionals with long and illustrious public relations careers and who serve as role models of distinction. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:16:06 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021609 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021609 Local physical therapist and community wellness advocate Cindy Merrick was named winner of the Athena Award Thursday night.The announcement was made during a reception at the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:15:47 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021548 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021548 A Jack in the Box spokesman says the fast food chain with restaurants in 18 states will be bolstering its presence in Oklahoma during the coming months, including adding locations in Norman and Moore."We conducted a lot of consumer research in the area and there seems to be pretty strong brand awareness," company spokesman Brian Luscomb said. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:15:43 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021544 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021544 Despite the ongoing economic struggles in Oklahoma and the rest of the nation, Norman's job market has only shed about 250 positions in the last year.That's what Don Wood, executive director of the Norman Economic Development Coalition, told the Cleveland County Business and Industry Council earlier in the week at a breakfast in the Moore Norman Technology Center's campus on South Pennsylvania. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:15:42 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021543 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_318021543 My, how things have changed; cell phones, iPhones, Google phones, Blackberry phones, Android phones, Palm phones, it seems that everyone has some sort of a mobile phone. No longer just a "phone," though, your cell phone is actually a computer; most likely, a more powerful computer than some found on the Space Shuttle. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:15:57 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_311021558 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/thenormantranscript/localbusiness/local_story_311021558 The Norman Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the 2010 Tomorrow's Leaders program. High school sophomores can find applications at www.normanchamber.com/tomorrowsleaders. The applications are due at the chamber offices by 5 p.