New ward map presented to city council
Population growth spurs change in Ward 6 By Valerie Scott Midwest City Beacon The six districts of Midwest City will soon be having boundary changes. The City of Midwest City presented a new map July 26 during a city council meeting at Municipal Court. No action has been taken yet, as the city is required…
Read MoreMidwest City native breaks barriers in firefighting
Lawson is the first female firefighter for the Mustang Fire Department By Valerie Scott Midwest City Beacon Katey Lawson is the first female full-time firefighter at Mustang Fire Department. At just 23 years old, Lawson is not only a trained and certified firefighter but just graduated with her paramedic license last Sunday. Lawson had just…
Read MoreFor the love of the game
Senior baseball club a hit with local residents By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Lou Lawrence was all smiles as he strolled to first base on a hot Saturday morning. The 76-year-old Midwest City man hit safely for the second time in the game. He reached safely first with a bunt single and later on…
Read MoreMidwest City approves incentives for food processor
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City leaders last week approved an economic development assistance agreement with a company that plans to build a food processing plant on the city’s north side. Centrillium Proteins announced earlier this year that it plans to open a 55,000-square-foot food processing facility at an estimated cost of $20…
Read MoreLady Bombers elevate expectations
Talented squad coming off solid offseason workouts By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon One year has made a big difference for the Midwest City High School volleyball team. Coach Tabitha McCray said the team has improved their skills and dedication this offseason. “The drive this year is totally different,” she said. “They have a hunger…
Read MoreLady Titans reload for another run at state title
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Several key players are gone from Carl Albert’s state runner-up team. But their expectations are not. The Lady Titans are focused on winning the first volleyball title in the program’s history. “I feel like we’ll always be able to compete at a high level just because of how far…
Read MoreDog days of summer bring record heat
Fire department urges residents to stay hydrated By Valerie Scott Midwest City Beacon Local residents are burning to know how to stay cool during this summer heat. As temperatures begin to rest in the triple digits and no rain in sight, heat exhaustion can take a toll on us all. Del City Fire Chief Brandon…
Read MoreDel City pulls out of Regional Transit Authority
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Del City recently joined a growing list of municipalities to leave the Regional Transit Authority. The city council last month voted to formally withdraw from the transit system over concerns about the costs, the planned route, and reliance on sales tax for construction and operations. The Regional Transit Authority…
Read MoreMidwest City making progress on new park
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City’s newest park is taking shape. The new W.P. Bill Atkinson Park is located north of Town Center Plaza on the former site of city hall. It is named in honor of the man who founded the city in the 1940s. W.P. Bill Atkinson Park will serve as…
Read MoreMidwest City holds grand reopening for John Conrad
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City celebrated the grand reopening of John Conrad Regional Golf Course last Friday morning. The municipal golf course recently underwent a $5.1 million renovation that upgraded the playing surface, irrigation system and reconfigured several holes. Local dignitaries, business leaders, residents and a pair of hometown heroes joined in…
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