Business Roundup
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The Cleveland County Workforce Investment Board recently received an award in recognition for the "Outstanding Achievement in Best Practices" by the Governor's Council for Workforce and Economic Development.

The award noted the organization's relationship with OU and the internship program.

The award included $1,500, a valued certificate and a conference ticket to the National Association of Workforce Boards Forum: Vision for a New Economy Feb. 24-27, 2007, in Washington, D.C.

"This award has bolstered our confidence in our services and enabled us to move forward, giving Cleveland County our most positive efforts," Workforce Director Candice Hyde, said.