
Sad and heartbreaking. Praying for the Sooner nation and these wonderful families tonight. #okwx https://t.co/S81iS0OuEj
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) May 1, 2022
April 30, 2022 at 07:17PM
Sad and heartbreaking. Praying for the Sooner nation and these wonderful families tonight. #okwx https://t.co/S81iS0OuEj
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) May 1, 2022
On the front page of Google today. Get your kicks on #OK66- Celebrating Route 66 https://t.co/f7BsqLvSd3 https://t.co/xIXpmUICRI
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 30, 2022
@jmnance 😉 #OK66
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 30, 2022
RT @TravelOK: Come to #TravelOK Days this weekend to plan your next epic Oklahoma road trip and kick off National Travel and Tourism Week! Check out the live music, food trucks and prizes awaiting you at Tourism Information Centers across the state: https://t.co/MgwI8K8slh #FutureOfTravel https://t.co/eH2fbnNOE9
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 30, 2022
This week, I presented the @ChickasawNation Department of Health with the Oklahoma Quality Award, which recognizes their dedication to excellence. Oklahoma is proud to be the home of the Chickasaw Nation, and our partnership will benefit our communities for years to come. https://t.co/UGRPlhjsOy
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 29, 2022
We’re back with week two of my annual Turkey Hunt. Earlier this year, Hugo was awarded a grant from @OKcommerce, which is being used to develop industrial sites and upgrade infrastructure. There’s never been a better time to build a business in SE Oklahoma. #TurkeyHuntOK https://t.co/FnA36NdwCA
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 29, 2022
Great discussion with the Grove Rotary Club on the importance of giving back. At 180 members, Grove Rotary is the second largest in the four-state area and works hard to serve northeast Oklahoma. I’m proud to work with rotaries around the state to make our communities better. https://t.co/4N8uwVAPLi
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 28, 2022
Last week, I spoke with Tulsa’s Future, a group of economic development leaders that are serving the Tulsa metro area. In 2021, Tulsa’s Future brought in 4,125 jobs and $421 million of capital investment to NE OK. Proud to partner with this group to bring prosperity to our state. https://t.co/A6qEsn2NIu
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 27, 2022
I enjoyed speaking at the OSU Energy Conference today. Oklahoma has been a global energy leader and innovator for 125 years. Very excited about the new Hamm Institute for American Energy and the future of the Oklahoma energy industry. https://t.co/iNBkQxRk8v
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 26, 2022
I spoke with students at Elgin Middle School yesterday about state government and my role as Lt. Governor. Public education is an investment in our future, and I love getting to visit with students about the great things to come for our state. https://t.co/t9dQqW4JNC
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 26, 2022
Great tours the Life Ready Center & FISTA Innovation Park in Lawton. These facilities created a pipeline of STEM collaboration & innovation, providing high-tech jobs & economic development to SW OK. Lawton is leading the way in STEM, & it’s had an economic impact of over $50 mill https://t.co/ETZPXDGtLV
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 25, 2022
I agree with the Department of Tourism’s decision to end the contract. I fully support the continued audits of this contract and decision-making processes that proceeded it. Taxpayers deserve transparency, and I join them in demanding it. https://t.co/pFReEeUiDO
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 25, 2022
Great story. John Cooper is giving music tours to help attract remote workers to Oklahoma. #OkieProud https://t.co/bOhi4rqJma
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 25, 2022
Appreciate @blaynearthur and her dedication in running to remember her mom. Powerful stuff. Her daughter Kennedy is a great runner! #RUNtoREMEMBER #OklahomaStandard https://t.co/uXBAWHiwsY
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 24, 2022
Will Rogers in good health at the 89ers Day Parade. Peak Oklahoma. #TravelOK https://t.co/x5t9n9eaVN
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 23, 2022
Great to be in Guthrie this morning for the 89ers Day Parade! Oklahoma’s oldest and longest parade. https://t.co/ObDCzJgvv5
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 23, 2022
Happy belated birthday to The Modern Frontier! It’s exciting to see the kind of city OKC has become- and we’re just getting started. Go see for yourself. #SeeOKC https://t.co/Jhdk6XOsln
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 23, 2022
Get Sam Bradford a helmet (a couple new knees) and a NFL team. 🐐 https://t.co/7otbFBVY55
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 23, 2022
@petroallianceOK @APIenergy @EPA https://t.co/gALti4fhGo
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 22, 2022
Always great hosting my annual Turkey Hunt and getting to sell Oklahoma. Companies want what we have to offer- a skilled workforce, competitive incentives, low operating costs, and freedom to do business their way. Let’s keep moving forward. https://t.co/6sZ4UxILiG
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 22, 2022
Stop 6: Alva has participated in the Lt. Governor's Turkey Hunt since 1987. With a new 508-acre industrial park, a massive multi-purpose arena under construction, and growing agriculture and aviation industries, this community is ready for the next 35+ yrs of growth #TurkeyHuntOK https://t.co/M9BeHBE7eI
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 22, 2022
Stop 5: Woodward is a regional leader in energy production & trade. With a low unemployment rate, a thriving economy, & growing infrastructure, this community is the commercial hub of NW Oklahoma. Woodward exceeds expectations, & major businesses are taking notice. #TurkeyHuntOK https://t.co/qSm4Kcw1cx
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 21, 2022
I (of course) had to stop by the National R66 Museum in Elk City during my visit. Thanked the great staff and met a couple guys from Spain on a R66 trip. 🇪🇸🇺🇸 #TravelOK #TurkeyHuntOK https://t.co/SEqarDAgvq
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 21, 2022
Great discussions today with companies from around the country that are interested in making Elk City home. Elk City is the 7th fastest growing micropolitan in the US. With 3 industrial parks & a trade area of over 80,000 shoppers, this is a prime business location. #TurkeyHuntOK https://t.co/l3PQFvwqlh
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 21, 2022
Meet you in “the double-cheeseburger, jukebox-kicking Americana mecca” city. #TravelOK https://t.co/GQrJigA51g
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 21, 2022
Kicked off my annual Turkey Hunt this morning in Okemah. With over 100,000 employable citizens within a 45-minute drive, Okemah is perfect for new business or expansion. Great conversations today about why Oklahoma is the best state for guests' businesses to thrive. #TurkeyHuntOK https://t.co/0wHZNqIRHo
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 20, 2022
My annual Turkey Hunt is off to a great start. I look forward to promoting Oklahoma to companies interested in making our state their home. Check out our press release to learn more about this major economic development event. https://t.co/9sB2omieXv
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 20, 2022
Pruett's Foods & Uptown Grocery are @MIOCoalition retail partners that carry several great Made in Oklahoma products. When you buy MIO, your money stays local & directly supports our state's economy. Be sure to look for MIO signs next time you're shopping at Pruett's or Uptown. https://t.co/enZpWihDo8
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 19, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: mariah.carter@ltgov.ok.gov
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell will present the 34th Annual Lt. Governor’s Turkey Hunt this week and next. This statewide event showcases Oklahoma to prospective out-of-state companies and site selection representatives. Eight communities will be participating this year, including Alva, Ardmore, Cleveland, Duncan, Elk City, Hugo, Okemah, and Woodward. The Turkey Hunt begins on Wednesday, April 20.
“We are anticipating a big turnout for my annual Turkey Hunt this year,” said Lt. Governor Pinnell. “This event is a major economic development driver for the state, and I look forward to promoting Oklahoma to companies interested in making our state their
LT. GOVERNOR PINNELL TO HOST 34TH ANNUAL TURKEY HUNT from Newsroom
RT @kate_vesper: Thank you to @OKCNM for such an impactful remembrance ceremony this morning. We can never forget the 168 lives lost 27 years ago today in Oklahoma. #WeRemember https://t.co/FqZ29xsuHz
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 19, 2022
Let us always remember, and carry on with the Oklahoma Standard demonstrated that day 27 years ago. #WeRemember https://t.co/GZRVZDzp9X
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 19, 2022
Great having eight-time major champion Tom Watson in Oklahoma today to thank @PGAChampionship sponsors for their support. Thank you to the PGA and all those who are making this special event possible. https://t.co/vt65IPAtiU
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 19, 2022
@hicks4ok @OKCNM https://t.co/uxDPVhNdfL
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 19, 2022
He is risen, indeed! https://t.co/ErXXOiFPsh
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 17, 2022
RT @Stone_SkyNews: Yana is ten. She’s one of four children I have just met in a Ukrainian hospital. A week ago she was in Kramatorsk train station trying to escape the war when it was hit by missiles. She has lost both her legs. And her mother. (At the request of docs we aren’t showing her face) https://t.co/w2mcSYMGkW
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 17, 2022
@RD_Oklahoma @usdaRD Excellent!
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 15, 2022
Honored to speak at @Boeing’s B-52 High Bay Dedication Ceremony. Oklahoma has a legacy of aerospace innovation & success dating back over a century, & this is an important milestone. The B-52 modernization work that will be conducted here will keep it flying through 2050 & beyond https://t.co/PBxIige9VL
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 15, 2022
It was an honor to congratulate winners at the 53rd annual DPS awards luncheon. This group of heroic Highway Patrolmen and civilians embodies what it means to live out the Oklahoma Standard. In Oklahoma, we care about our Public Safety Officers. Thank you for keeping us safe. https://t.co/SnRuJzOgtN
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 14, 2022
The role of an Oklahoma State Trooper is incredibly important. Apply for the 70th Academy today. https://t.co/V6UGMmMtXk
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 14, 2022
Great @Route66RoadFest press conference today where I shared why Oklahoma is the best place to experience the Mother Road. We are 66 days out from a celebration highlighting the heritage & history of the route with exhibits, cars, music, food & activities. Get your tickets. #OK66 https://t.co/A9WECqjOWP
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 13, 2022
Today, 91 of Oklahoma's war veterans are enjoying a Washington DC visit, where they are being shown the nation’s war memorials through the Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight program. It was an honor to speak at the sendoff and recognize their incredible sacrifices and achievements. https://t.co/UgjPqqM7f2
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 12, 2022
RT @ROUTEMagazine66: Oklahoma really is leading the way. Bravo. https://t.co/axMVY6sMrX
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 12, 2022
For more than 30 yrs, @OKMainSt has revitalized communities across our state. I am pleased to announce the hiring of our new Rt 66 Program Coordinator, Kerry Barrick. Kerry will be helping Oklahoma’s Rt 66 communities as we further cement #OK66 as the ultimate American road trip. https://t.co/nj1wsBRt9r
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 11, 2022
See you in T-Town, @TigerWoods. @PGAChampionship
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 10, 2022
@DavidTCopeland @TravelOK It’s becoming one!
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 10, 2022
30 years ago, the Arcadia Round Barn was dedicated after 3 years of restoration. Thanks to hardworking volunteers, it was transformed from a severely dilapidated condition to the museum it is today. Visit between now & 5pm for a celebration with live music & fun activities. #OK66 https://t.co/cJaC3U8Eyc
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 10, 2022
The boys and I had a blast at The FIRST robotics competition today. With all the high tech jobs up for grabs in this country, this program teaches the skills needed to fill those positions, and hopefully keep these amazing kids in our state. https://t.co/hbAUc4a9qu
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 9, 2022
I had a great time speaking today at Green Country Workforce's Growing Talent for Tomorrow Conference. As we work to grow Oklahoma’s economy, these conferences are critical as they bring industry and experts together to tackle workforce issues. https://t.co/IqRUp0RYFn
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 8, 2022
Love to see it- College Fishing Championship draws positive economic impact in Wagoner. #OklahomaFishingTrail https://t.co/TNN3VrILAS
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 8, 2022
I had the pleasure of being a guest on the #RuntoRemember Memorial Marathon Podcast, where host Kristin Fares and I discussed Route 66, the Oklahoma Standard Challenge, and the impact the Memorial Marathon has on our state. Visit https://t.co/wrjq0RQrIy to listen. https://t.co/Z9C1DhWmc0
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 7, 2022
.@OKDOT & the Rt 66 Centennial Commission are introducing new Rt 66 pavement markers. We want those who visit Oklahoma’s 400 miles of the road to feel the connection from city to city, & these will ensure that motorists know when they're on the iconic road https://t.co/iXK0oBKRxN
— Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (@LtGovPinnell) Apr 6, 2022