Today we’re with Mike McCartney, director of the Pawhuska, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce. We’re talking about all things economic development, starting with the revitalization efforts that helped pave the way for the Pioneer Woman Mercantile and the tourism rush that followed.

Home of The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond, the Osage Nation, and much more, a trip to Pawhuska will not disappoint! Consider this your travel guide cliff notes — infused with a little bit of local flare and insider info.

We’re so excited to bring you this week’s interview with Joni Nash, the Executive Director of the Pawhuska, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce. Pawhuska just happens to be the home of Ree Drummond — The Pioneer Woman, and Joni has been right in the action as this small town has been revived literally overnight.