Situated at the intersection of historic Route 66 and State Highways 20 and 88, northeast of Tulsa, Claremore is the seat of Rogers County, Oklahoma. A post office was established there in 1874, thirty-three years before Oklahoma became a state. The city was named for the Osage Chief Claremore, whose nearby village was destroyed in 1817.
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Located in Claremore, Oklahoma, the full service coffee house and cafe serves cappuccinos, lattes, breakfast foods, fruit smoothies, and other items which are listed on its menu, along with its location, hours, and an online coupon.
http://www.cappuccinocorner.com/
The city's official web site features an overview of its governmental structure, municipal departments, and key personnel contacts, along with agendas and minutes of council meetings, video and photographs of the community, and various online services.
http://www.claremorecity.com/
The Daily Progress is published in Claremore, Oklahoma. Top stories and sports reports are featured, along with opinion columns, classifieds, and subscriber services. Full access to its electronic edition requires a subscription.
http://claremoreprogress.com/
Claremore, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce
The membership organization serves as a voice for its business and professional members. Its site features an overview of the Chamber, including membership policies, a member directory, and an economic profile of the community.
http://www.claremore.org/
Claremore, Oklahoma Convention & Visitors Bureau
The CVB's web site offers a profile of the community, and a guide to local guest accommodations, restaurants, recreational facilities and programs, festivals, events, and other resources. Group travel, transportation options, and specials are included.
http://visitclaremore.com/
Created in 1906, Rogers County was originally named Cooweescoowee. The official government web site includes an overview and contacts for county offices and departments, along with employment listings, bid notices and interactive GIS.
http://www.rogerscounty.org/
Rogers County Sheriff's Office
The SO is the primary law enforcement agency operating throughout Rogers County, Oklahoma, and is responsible for operating a county jail, a patrol division, investigative division, communications center, administrative division, and the provision of court services for the county courthouse. An introduction to the sheriff is presented, along with an overview of the department's services.
http://www.rogerscountysheriff.com/
