Del City shows growth, breaks through at tournament
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Del City softball coach Karlie Haley said the team gained a new level of confidence after their recent tournament, where they notched three wins. The Lady Eagles have made big strides in defense and pitching from last season, and their hitting began clicking at the Midwest City Tournament. “After…
Read MoreSpeed and aggression define new-look defense
Deason molds scheme to fit Broncos’ talent on defense By Michael Kinney Mustang Times In his first year as the Mustang defense coordinator, coach Justin Deason has one word to describe the squad he plans to put on the field each game night: Speed. “We will have a lot of speed on the field,” Deason…
Read MorePick Your Poison: Mustang’s offense packed with playmakers
O’Neal, Johnson twins, Murphy give Mustang explosive attack By Michael Kinney Mustang Times Mustang has never had a problem scoring points. In the six seasons that Lee Blankenship has been at the helm, the Broncos have ended the season ranked inside the top five in points scored five times. Yet, despite that, Blankenship believes the…
Read MoreTransfers, culture shift put Broncos in title conversation
Mustang aims to challenge Bixby, Owasso, Jenks in Class 6A-I By Michael Kinney Mustang Times Mustang has gotten used to high expectations. When Lee Blankenship and his coaching staff arrived six years ago, they wanted to get the program to start believing they belonged in the upper echelon of Class 6A-1. After several years of…
Read MoreRose State shooter found guilty
Jury recommends life without parole By Katrina Crumbacher Midwest City Beacon After a three-day trial, a jury found Brandon Morrissette, 32, guilty of first-degree murder in the death of 20-year-old Robenie Long, a Rose State College student and Marine reservist. The jury also found Morrissette guilty of possession of a weapon on school…
Read MoreTeachers approve new contract with raises
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Mid-Del Board of Education and the Mid-Del Education Association have finalized a new negotiated agreement for the 2025–26 school year, delivering salary increases, expanded stipends, and more classroom time for educators. Certified staff voted overwhelmingly to approve the agreement, with 517 voting in favor and just 12 opposed…
Read MoreFriday night lights shine brighter in Mid-Del
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Fans will notice a big difference when the lights come on at Mid-Del high school football games this fall. The district has installed brand-new Musco LED lighting systems at each high school stadium, giving athletes and spectators the same top-of-the-line experience found at AT&T Stadium, Bricktown Ballpark, and the…
Read MoreDriven to make a difference
Mid-Del bus driver finds calling as a mental health advocate By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Katie Boateng didn’t find her career in a classroom or at a career fair — she found it behind the wheel of a school bus. Like many people, she wasn’t sure what she wanted to do after high school…
Read MoreCole to speak at Midwest City Rotary meeting on Aug. 18
U.S. Rep. Tom Cole will be the featured guest speaker at the Midwest City Rotary Club’s meeting on Monday, Aug. 18, at Wickline United Methodist Church, 417 Mid-America Blvd. The meeting begins at noon, and guests are welcome to attend. Attendees should enter on the south side of the church. Lunch will be catered by…
Read MoreMid-Del welcomes back teachers
School district hosts convocation, Cobb and Broiles recognized by Oklahoma County By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Mid-Del Public Schools launched the new school year Friday morning with its annual convocation, filling the Rose State College Performing Arts Center with hundreds of teachers, administrators, and community partners. The program blended celebration, recognition, and words of…
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