Anadarko Basin Drilling Remains Active Despite Slight Rig Decline Oklahoma’s oil and gas drilling in the Anadarko Basin remains active albeit a decline of one rig in the past week, according to the latest Baker Hughes Rig Count. The Cana Woodford is where one rig was removed from the drilling list, leaving 21 others still …
Energy Briefs: Iran strikes, Venezuela deals, wind
Middle East energy infrastructure targeted in escalating conflict ** Iran hit more oil and fuel storage tanks in Dubai as it responded to the latest U.S. and Israeli attacks. One was near Dubai International Airport and a drone attack left an oil facility ablaze in the United Arab Emirates. Saudi Arabian oil installations were also …
Empire Petroleum jumps on high oil prices for stronger hedging opportunities
Empire Petroleum Reports 2025 Loss but Expands Hedging and Gas Development Plans Empire Petroleum Company indicated it’s taking advantage of the high crude oil prices with increased hedging while at the same time making plans for natural gas production gains. At the same time, the Oklahoma energy company admitted it faced some challenges in 2025. …
Dangerous 60 mph winds hit Oklahoma leaving thousands without power and fueling wildfires
Those strong winds that smacked Oklahoma on Sunday were fierce enough to bring down power poles and power lines, blocking Interstate 35 in Norman and other streets around the central part of the state. They also helped fuel dangerous wildfires in the state. Thousands were left without power. Wind gusts reached 65 miles per …
David says Congressional campaign won’t interfere in her Corporation Commission work
After announcing she is running for Congress in the First District of the U.S. House in Oklahoma, Corporation Commissioner Kim David says it shouldn’t stop her work as a state regulator. “As Chair of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, I remain committed to ensuring the OCC continues its important work balancing the rights and interests …
Scott Mitchell talks energy with Jerry Bohnen, oil and what a candidate suggests about data centers
https://www.facebook.com/reel/25686065564405294 The domino effect. It’s the topic of energy conversation in our latest podcast of Mitchell talks energy with Jerry Bohnen. It’s not the game of dominoes….no, no, but what’s happening among state leaders in political circles and at least one of them is willing to give up a seat on the corporation commission in …
Corporation Commission names new Communications Director
After the Oklahoma Corporation Commission fired the agency’s Communications Director Trey Davis in January, it announced the naming of a replacement. The Commission said it hired Jack Damrill, an individual with more than three decades of experience in communications work. In this role, Damrill will oversee the Commission’s communications strategy, media relations, digital platforms, and …
Gain in oil and gas rigs in US but a small drop in Oklahoma
The number of oil and gas rigs dotting the landscape of the U.S. increased in the past week, reaching a total of 553, reported Baker Hughes Co. in its latest weekly update. It showed a gain of 2 rigs including one more oil rig for a total of 412 oil rigs while the number …
Oklahoma Corporation Commission Details Efforts Regarding Fort Gibson Homeowner Water Issue
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) has been contacted by the El Reno-based Bass Law Firm requesting the OCC to purchase a residence in Fort Gibson, OK where water has been reported entering the home from beneath the structure. Under Oklahoma law, the OCC does not have statutory authority to purchase this property. Since August …
Mach to expand operations in 2026
Mach Natural Resources LP plans an expanded investment in its development for 2026 following the company’s release of financial and operating results for the three and 12 months of 2025. “Building upon last year’s momentum, our 2026 plan is designed to maximize distributions while staying true to our proven reinvestment approach. With a continued focus …