Bombers get spring workouts
By Jeff Harrison [email protected] Midwest City’s football team returned to the practice field for spring drills. The Bombers started practices on the last week of school and wrapped up Monday before heading to Bixby Tuesday for team camp. Coach Darrell Hall said his goal for the spring is to improve every day and help young…
Read MoreMidwest City police recognize local business for support of Explorers program
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor The Midwest City Police Explorers program recognized one of their biggest supporters. Lt. Scott Dawson and members of the Explorers program presented Top Tier Tactical and owner Ted Nugent with a plaque thanking them for their continued support. The Explorers program provides young adults with an opportunity to learn about…
Read MoreMidwest Blvd. bridge remains closed two years later
Oklahoma City planning to use ARPA funds to replace bridge By Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Staff Writer Midwest Blvd. remains closed between NE 36th and NE 63rd streets nearly two years after it was initially shut down for bridge repairs. The bridge is in Oklahoma City limits, just north of Midwest City. Oklahoma City officials closed the…
Read MoreMidwest City man receives probation in shooting incident
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor A Midwest City man was sentenced to seven years of probation after he pleaded guilty to firing guns while walking down a busy city street in 2021. Taylor Slaughter, 33, pleaded guilty to one count of engaging in reckless conduct while in possession of a firearm, and one count of…
Read MoreCristo Rey Catholic High School relocates to Del City
By Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Staff Writer A private Catholic high school is moving to Del City. Cristo Rey Oklahoma City Catholic High School is being relocated to the old Oakridge building, 4200 Leonhardt Dr., near SE 44th St. and Bryant Ave. The school had previously been in the West Education Building of OSU-OKC’s campus in Oklahoma…
Read MoreHill leaves legacy of service to students and country
Longtime principal retiring after 18 years leading Epperly Heights By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Sports and coaching got Kevin Hill into the career of education. But his passion for young children kept him there. Hill dreamed of moving up the coaching ranks when he was hired as a physical education teacher and coach at Epperly…
Read MoreMidwest City Council works through budget plans
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Midwest City leaders had a chance to dig through the proposed city budget last week during a special meeting. City Manager Tim Lyon said city staff worked to produce a budget that is fiscally conversative and meets the city council’s goals for the 2023-24 fiscal year which begins July 1.…
Read MoreAmerican Legion holds 64TH annual Memorial Day Observance
By Maxine Wheelan Staff Writer American Legion Post 170 held their 64th Annual Memorial Day Observance at the Arlington Memorial Gardens in Midwest City on Memorial Day, May 29, 2023. The following members of the American Legion, under the direction of Commander Rick Doty, recognized all their veterans that have passed this past year. Ricky…
Read MoreMemorial Day a day for remembering
By Maxine Wheelan Staff Writer Memorial Day for a nation that will not forget the sacrifices made by many that others may live in peace. The day in Midwest City started with a Memorable Service at the Veteran’s Memorial with Mayor Matt Dukes, Hiawatha Bouldin, Tony Bennett, and Tom Pomelow lowering the flags to half-mast. …
Read MoreMidwest City declares apartment complex dilapidated
Property owner has 30 days to address issues By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City officials are putting pressure on a problematic apartment complex. The city council last week declared the Midwest Point Apartments, 1200 N. Air Depot Blvd., as a dilapidated building and gave the property owner 30 days to remedy the issues.…
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