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Cherokee Strip Parade Deadline Extended to Sept. 5th

We’re gearing up for an unforgettable Cherokee Strip Celebration as we honor the 132nd anniversary of the opening of the Cherokee Outlet! This milestone is more than history—it’s a tribute to the incredible growth, resilience, and spirit of our community.

The celebration will kick off Friday with Lunch on the Lawn. $12 Indian Taco and Drink available from 11am to 1pm or until they are gone.

Saturday, the Cherokee Strip Festival will take place on the courthouse lawn from 9am to 1pm with the Cherokee Strip parade beginning at 10:30 am.

A heartfelt thank you to all who have helped bring this legendary celebration to life—through sponsorships, vendor booths, and parade participation. Your support keeps the tradition thriving!

Want to be a part of the excitement? There's still time!

Parade entries extended to Sept 5!
Sponsorships are still open and very much appreciated!
Volunteer opportunities are available for those ready to jump in~ email for info!

Make plans, bring your family, and join the fun. Let’s celebrate Enid’s history and community spirit in style!

Enid Net Taxable Sales

	2024	2025	Change
June	$ 78,063,051	$ 87,733,264	12.39%
Calendar YTD	$455,427,216	$ 475,788,160	4.47%

Cost of Living Index

The Cost of Living Index measures relative price levels for consumer goods and services in participating area. The average for all participating places both metropolitan and non-metropolitan, equals 100, and each participant's index is read as a percentage of the average for all places. The composite index is based on six components - housing, utilities, grocery items, transportation, health care and miscellaneous goods and services.

2025 Quarter 2 Index for Enid: 90%

Ribbon Cuttings

Great Clips, 2209 West Willow, 10th Anniversary August 29, 2025

Leonardo's Children's Museum, 200 E. Maple, 30th Anniversary September 3, 2025

Welcome New Members

VWB Whataburger

5229 West Owen K. Garriott

Enid, OK 73703

whataburger.com

Restaurant

Bailey Rutledge

Northwest Plumbing & Mechanical

2400 Leona Mitchell Blvd.

Enid, OK 73701

(580)233-0225

nwmech.com

Heather Arnold

Mark Arnold

HVAC//Plumbing/Geo

Thank You for Your Membership Renewal!

Your membership investment and community support make a difference for Enid !

4RKids

A Path of Care - Hospice

Boehm Plumbing

Brown's Shoe Fit

CoCo Nail Bar

Continental Management Company, L.L.C.

Enid Noon AMBUCS

Equity Bank

Glo Best Western

Interstate All Battery Center

Life Emergency Medical Service

Lowes Home Center

Moore, Lovell & Glasser Inc.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church

United Way of Enid and NW Okalhoma

Valir Physical Therapy

Walmart

Blankenship to retire as Enid chamber CEO at year's end

❝It's been an honor and privilege to be at the Enid Chamber for over 30 years.❞ Jon Blankenship, president and CEO of Greater Enid Chamber of Commerce

Work on downtown Jiffy Trip, amphitheater, park commencing along Garriott

Activity has picked up at the highly visible property, as current tenant Family Dollar works to meet a vacate order that will eventually pave the way for a new Jiffy

Commissioners vote to drop Expo Center tax vote

Garfield County commissioners voted to rescind an October election on a sales tax increase to benefit the Chisholm Trail Expo Center and Garfield County Fairgrounds during their meeting Monday, Aug.

EPS moving ahead on design of new Eisenhower school

Once the design plans are completed, they will be submitted to the Department of Defense for approval after the first of the year. Construction can begin after approval.

OGE Shares Tips for Small Businesses to Save Energy and Cut Costs

Whether you're running a boutique, a bakery, or a local service shop, OG&E’s Energy Efficiency Programs are designed to help small businesses reduce energy use and lower operating costs.

Enid Chamber of Commerce | phone 580.237.2494 | fax 580.237.2497 | www.enidchamber.com