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Mitchell talks energy with Jerry Bohnen—how a smelter turns into an October surprise
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1562545345302247 The October surprise comes early, and the issue is the Inola aluminum smelter. It’s a big topic of Mitchell talks energy with Jerry Bohnen. In this... Read More
3% fall in oil prices on ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
An agreement for a tentative ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon resulted in a more than 3% fall in crude oil prices Thursday while little progress was reported in the diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran... Read More
Data center bans, rules and moratoriums are spreading
The data center controversies in Yukon, Piedmont and Coweta in Oklahoma are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the issue across the nation. While the city council in Yukon was... Read More
Driest of the dry conditions in Oklahoma are growing
The drought’s grasp on Oklahoma is growing, according to the latest report from the national U.S. Drought Monitor. In Oklahoma, more than 9% of the state is now in the “Exceptional... Read More
Energy briefs—China feels hard impact of Middle East fighting
China’s oil cushion ** China’s crude oil imports plunged to 6.36 million barrels per day in May, down from 11.39 million bpd in February, the last pre-war month — a... Read More
LSB begins turnaround at Pryor plant
LSB Industries, Inc. announced this week that it will begin the previously scheduled turnaround at its Pryor, Oklahoma facility immediately, rather than in July 2026 as initially planned. The company stated that, based on information... Read More
Smelter becomes a political issue in Oklahoma
The proposed $4 billion aluminum smelter at Inola not only was targeted this week by Attorney General Gentner Drummond, who went to court to stop it, but has also become a focal point of political... Read More
Grid seeks millions in notes for operations
The power grid that controls electricity production in Oklahoma and numerous other states is seeking authority for $20 million in promissory notes to move forward with some projects as well as maintain its ongoing... Read More
ODOT safety honors handed out this week
ODOT crews recognized for workplace safety: Southeastern district awarded for best safety record The employees of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation work in all conditions and risk their lives daily to help construct and maintain... Read More
New military strikes in Iran sent prices rising again
U.S. and Iran trade fresh strikes amid uncertainty over peace talks Crude oil prices are still below $100 a barrel but renewed hostilities in the Middle East sent them climbing nearly 2% in Wednesday... Read More
