Inola Smelter Project on Hold | Tulsa News

A $4 billion aluminum smelter project in Inola, Oklahoma, is on hold after town trustees voted to put it to a public vote next April—and paused all smelting activity until then. Supporters tout it as a major economic and national security win, backed by Trump and Governor Stitt, while opponents fear environmental damage and harm to local agriculture, sparking fierce community debate. The project’s backers, including Oklahoma Primary Aluminum, claim the town’s move is illegal and vow to fight it in court, arguing proper regulatory review should precede any public decision. Tulsa Ports also weighs in, warning that uncertainty threatens future investments and property rights. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://ktul.com/news/local/inola-extends-aluminum-smelting-moratorium-ahead-of-april-vote More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f817075d932292d Report issues to [email protected].