Photos: Mid-Del volleyball teams start practice
The Midwest City, Carl Albert and Del City volleyball teams recently started their fall practices. The OSSAA high school volleyball season officially starts Aug. 10.
Read MoreMid-Del Schools contracts with Arizona company for virtual learning
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Mid-Del Schools recently revealed its plan to offer a virtual learning option for the upcoming school year. Last week, school district leaders announced that online instruction will be provided through a third-party platform, Edgenuity. The school board approved a contract with the Scottsdale, Arizona-based company during a July 22 virtual…
Read MoreMid-Del buying face coverings for students, staff
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Mid-Del Schools is requiring all students and staff to wear a mask or face covering this upcoming school year. And the school district is also providing one. The school board last week approved purchasing neck gaiters for all students and staff to begin the school year next month. The fabric…
Read MoreMidwest City sees low response for business relief grants
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Midwest City officials received good news and bad news last week as they wrapped up the application period for a grant program to help local businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Midwest City Memorial Hospital Authority offered cash grants of $1,500 to $4,000 for local businesses that were impacted…
Read MoreDel City approves water rate hike
First rate increase since 2011 will raise base rate by nearly 60% By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Del City water customers will see their bills rise. The city council last week approved a nearly 60% increase in water rates. The action will raise the minimum water rate to $10.14 for the first 1,000 gallons, which…
Read MoreMid-Del parents show interest in virtual academy
More than 1,500 apply in first week of virtual learning enrollment By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Parents of Mid-Del students are showing interest in virtual learning for the upcoming school year. The school district received more than 1,500 applications in the first week of enrollment for the Mid-Del Virtual Academy, its new online learning program.…
Read MoreMustang distance runners have podium plans
By Stan Moss Contributing Writer “A little bit is better than nada, but sometimes you want the whole enchilada” – The Texas Tornadoes The Mustang girls’ and boys’ cross-country teams share an uncommon bond this year as the 2020 fall season approaches. Last year both programs finished the season with a bitter pill, placing 4th…
Read MoreWildCare helps struggling wild animals
By Steve Coulter Co-Publisher Oklahomans can get help for sick, injured or orphaned wild animals at the WildCare Foundation. They provide a place to bring struggling wildlife with the goal of releasing healthy animals back into the wild. WildCare has admitted and provided care for over 100,000 sick, injured and orphaned native wild animals. It’s…
Read MoreDel City High adding school resource officer
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor The Del City Police Department is adding a school resource officer at Del City High School for the upcoming school year. The police department and the Mid-Del School District approved an agreement to add the officer. The Del City Council last Monday night approved hiring two police officers to support…
Read MoreOld School Bagel Cafe coming soon
By Steve Coulter Co-Publisher Construction is underway for a new restaurant and dental clinic located near the intersection of SW 15th St. and Mustang Rd, adjacent to the 7 Eleven. The new property includes 6,300 square feet of retail space. Old School Bagel Cafe will be on the north side and on the south side…
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