Business looking to enhance mountain biking trail
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon A business that caters to off-road bicycles last week bought land near the Soldier Creek Industrial Park Trail in Midwest City with plans to build a recreational facility that compliments the trail. The Hub would include outdoor entertainment space, bicycle rentals and repairs, training course, restaurant and brewery. The…
Read MoreStreet improvements part of equation for Tinker expansion
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Plans to close a major roadway near Tinker Air Force Base caused quite a stir in Midwest City last week. Oklahoma City leaders recently announced plans to close a two-mile stretch of Douglas Blvd. between SE 44th and SE 74th streets to accommodate expansion of Tinker Air Force Base.…
Read MoreMidwest City softball faces learning curve
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Midwest City softball team will have to learn on the fly this fall. The Bombers return four everyday starters from a year ago and must rely on several newcomers to round out the lineup. Sophia Worthy, Makiah Thompson, Nayani Brown and Karissa Payne are all returning starters for…
Read MoreTitans have eyes on state title run
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon There a few changes around the Carl Albert softball program this fall. The Titans have a new coach in Dani Dobbs, and several open spots in the lineup. But the expectations remain the same. “Our goal is to maintain the championship mindset and the high standards we have here,”…
Read MoreSoftball: Del City looking for return trip to state
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon After an improbable run to the state tournament in 2020, the Del City softball team has high hopes for this season. The Eagles return several players from last year including some of their top hitters. Jewelisah “JuJu” Johnson exploded on the scene last year as a freshman. The power-hitting…
Read MoreMid-Del Schools considering COVID safety protocols as new year approaches
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Students at Mid-Del Schools will return to the classroom next week for the start of the new school year. District leaders are considering possible safety measures for the new school year as infections from the COVID-19 delta variant rise in the metro. “We’re still consulting with all of the…
Read MoreSwadley’s opens in Midwest City
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The wait is over for Swadley’s Bar-B-Q. The Oklahoma barbeque chain opened its new Midwest City restaurant on Monday, July 26. It is located at 6905 SE 29th St. in a former Enterprise Rent-A-Car building. Swadley’s in Midwest City is like other locations in the metro. Customers can enjoy…
Read MoreVolleyball: Expectations high for Titans volleyball
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon There’s plenty of optimism surrounding the Carl Albert volleyball team. The Titans are coming off their best season ever as they reached the Class 5A state semifinals in 2020. And they return many key varsity players, as well coach Hayden Robbins. “We proved we could win at state last…
Read MoreVolleyball: Del City volleyball team learning and growing
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon A lot of learning is taking place at Del City volleyball practices. New coach Aspen Healy is focusing on fundamentals and building teamwork as the Eagles prepare for the fall season. That approach has been well received by the team. “I can tell the girls are excited which makes…
Read MoreVolleyball: Midwest City making strides under new coach
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon A new coach and a new season have spawned a new sense of excitement for the Midwest City High School volleyball team. “I’m excited to see where this team can go. We have a really good coach, a good team and I’m just ready to play and see where…
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