Details emerge in murder investigation
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer New details continue to emerge in the case of two people accused of killing a 42-year-old Oklahoma City man and leaving his car in his burning vehicle near Mustang. Johnathon Reese Erickson, 28, and Kristina Marie Franz, 27, both of Oklahoma City are both charged with first degree murder in…
Read MoreCity road projects continue forward momentum
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Several city road projects continue their forward momentum, as one final improvement on one of Mustang’s largest street redevelopments is in the works for February. The $4.5 million South Mustang Road widening and reconstruction project was officially completed last spring. Construction widely heralded by residents, businesses and Mustang Public School…
Read MoreVaccinations move to Mustang
Effort still in first phase – seniors, first responders, healthcare workers By Traci Chapman Staff Writer The long line outside town center Monday morning illustrated more than the signs posted – Oklahoma State Health Department’s vaccine headquarters for COVID-19 vaccinations had officially moved to Mustang. Monday was the first day of that change, which saw…
Read MoreBroncos start fast, finish strong against Millers
By Bryce McKinnis Contributing Writer Mustang’s boys claimed wins on Friday and Saturday against Moore and Yukon, respectively. The Broncos’ 86-72 win against No. 13 Moore at home was their first win against an opponent ranked higher than them. “We feel like we’re playing really good basketball right now,” said Mustang coach Scott Hodges. “We’ve…
Read MoreDepth key for Mustang girls in win over Yukon
By Bryce McKinnis Contributing Writer Mustang girls won top-twenty matchups against Moore and Yukon on Friday and Saturday, respectively, by scores of 58-50 and 69-54. The Broncos’ first win came on-the-road against the No. 8 Moore Lions and University of Texas-commit Aaliyah Moore. “We had a really good game plan when it came defensively to…
Read MoreDel City Ward 4 election set for Tuesday, Feb. 9
By Tonya Little Contributing Writer Next week Del City residents in Ward 4 will head to the polls to select their next city council person. Kyle Gandy currently holds the seat after being appointed to fill a vacancy in October. He is running against Lauren Rodebush, who recently ran against Andy Fugate for the State…
Read MoreMobile Meals King Cake fundraiser underway
By Tonya Little Contributing Writer St. Matthews Church in Midwest City is holding its annual King Cake Fundraiser. Proceeds from the sale fund the Mobile Meals program and The Food Assistance Program (TFAP). Through the TFAP program, the church receives about 7,000 pounds of food a month, which feeds about 150 people. Mobile Meals serves…
Read MoreMidwest City girls top the century mark in win over Enid
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor The Midwest City girls basketball team is known for their defense. But they are proving to be apt with the ball in their hands. The No. 7-ranked Bombers topped the century mark scoring last Friday night, as they beat Enid on the road 101-50. Nine Midwest City players scored in…
Read MoreBombers make it five in a row with win over Enid
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Midwest City boys basketball team extended their winning streak to five games last Friday night with a 75-56 win at Enid. Israel Hart fueled the Bombers offensive attack with 21 points, while Keivon Hudson added 15 in the win. No. 11-ranked Midwest City led 41-23 at halftime and…
Read MoreCarl Albert sends seniors off in style
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Loud cheers rang out from the stands as senior Will Batts took the mat for the final time at Carl Albert High School last Thursday night. But he made sure they didn’t last long. Thirty seconds to be precise. That is all Batts needed to pin his opponent in…
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