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Cleanup Advances at Former Duncan Oil Refinery in Southern Oklahoma
February 25, 2026 -
Four decades after a refinery in southern Oklahoma was closed, the property has been taken over by a development foundation in Duncan.
Stephens County Commissioners voted 3-0 this week on an agreement for the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation to manage the Stephens County Refinery property located between Duncan...
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Stephens County OKs Management Agreement for Refinery Site
February 24, 2026 -
DUNCAN — An agreement between Stephens County and the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation calls for DAEDF to manage the Stephens County Refinery Property, located between Comanche and Duncan on old U.S. 81, in hopes of bolstering economic development.
The commission voted 3-0 Monday to approve the agreement, which requires...
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Press Release: PGM Processing, LLC Appoints Mining Visionary Neal Froneman as Chairman to Lead Strategic Growth in Critical Minerals
February 13, 2026 -
DUNCAN, OK / ACCESS Newswire / February 13, 2026 / PGM Processing, LLC (PGMP) is proud to announce the appointment of Neal Froneman as Chairman, effective November 15, 2025. A globally recognized leader in the mining and recycling sectors, Mr. Froneman joins PGMP to oversee the company's strategic expansion and its commitment to sustainable, U...
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Duncan Area Youth Engineering Contest Winners Announced
November 20, 2025 -
The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation (DAEDF) announced the successful conclusion of its annual Duncan Area Youth Engineering Contest held Tuesday.
The competition brought together bright 7th through 12th-grade students from across the area to design, draft, and manufacture high-speed CO₂ race cars, highlighting the crucial link between classroom learning...
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OIEP Supports Oklahoma Companies: Roger Valdez, Valco Manufacturing, Inc.
November 7, 2025 - Local employer Valco recieved funds through the Oklahoma Innovation Expansion Program (OIEP). We appreciate the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and Oklahoma Finance Authorities for ensuring existing employers have additional funds available for them to grow. Check out what Roger Valdez shared about the impact on his business. #investduncan
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Pathways Program Prepares Duncan Students for Success
September 2, 2025 - From staff reports The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation is marking its ninth year of working with Duncan Public Schools on the high school internship program Pathways to Future Careers. The program gives upperclassmen hands-on experience in local industries while preparing them for the future.
This year, more than 50 students...
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Press Release: Duncan 2025 OIEP Awardees
June 18, 2025 - Duncan Area Businesses Awarded Over $300,000 for Growth and Development
Duncan, Oklahoma - For the fifth year in a row, Oklahoma is investing in local businesses and communities with $15 million awarded through the Oklahoma Investment Expansion Program (OIEP). The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation (DAEDF) proudly shares that Stephens County'...
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2025 Newsletter: 70 Years of Economic Development
May 15, 2025 - Our 2025 DAEDF Newsletter is out, and it's a special one! This year, we're proudly celebrating 70 incredible years of economic development that have shaped our community and driven our progress!
Discover how seven decades of strategic partnerships, community focus, and a relentless drive for growth have transformed Duncan into...
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Press Release: DAEDF Disappointed by City of Duncan’s Appeal, Reaffirms Commitment to Economic Growth
March 3, 2025 - Duncan, Oklahoma –The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation (DAEDF) expresses its disappointment with the City of Duncan's decision to appeal the Stephens County District Court's summary judgment ruling in favor of DAEDF. This ruling, issued on January 6, 2025, affirmed DAEDF’s ownership of properties purchased using funds...
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Press Release: McCasland Family Honored for 70 Years of Economic Development Leadership at DAEDF Annual Banquet
February 28, 2025 - Duncan, Oklahoma – The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation (DAEDF) celebrated 70 years of organized economic development in the region and honored the McCasland family for their enduring commitment to community growth at its annual banquet on February 27th. The evening was a tribute to the past, present, and future of...
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