Bombers run from Demons and into postseason
Mahmoud, Johnson run for nearly 400 yards in win over Duncan; Carl Albert awaits By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City rode its powerful ground game into the playoffs. Jahhim Mahmoud and Josiah Johnson combined for nearly 400 yards rushing to lead the Bombers (5-5, 4-2) to a 40-26 win over Duncan (4-6, 2-4)…
Read MoreTitans weather storm in senior night victory
Carl Albert will host Midwest City in first round By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Stormy weather was about the only thing that could stop Carl Albert last Thursday night. The Titans scored on their first five possessions against Altus before play was suspended due to lightning with 1:10 left in the second quarter. When…
Read MoreDel City hammers Pryor in District 5A-4 title match
By Jacob Sturm Midwest City Beacon In convincing fashion, Del City took care of business against Pryor in a game that went well into the night from Robert Kalsu Stadium. The Eagles won 49-12 to clinch the District 5A-4 championship and will host a playoff game Friday night against Shawnee. In the victory, the Eagles…
Read MoreMid-Del softball players earn district awards
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Mid-Del high school softball players were recently recognized for their individual efforts this season. Midwest City had several players recognized in the All-District 6A-4 team. Junior Noreli Brown was named to the all-district team as a pitcher and Liv Davis was selected as utility player. Brown had an ERA…
Read MoreCarl Albert girls win first meet of season
Boys finish second to host Altus By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Carl Albert’s girls swim team started off their season by winning the Altus Invitational on Nov. 1. The Lady Titans took the team title with 593 points, finishing well ahead of host Altus (385) and third-place Duncan (348). Charlotte Peters won a pair…
Read MoreCelebrating 70 years of ‘Service Over Self’
Midwest City Rotary Club hosts anniversary event By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Midwest City Rotary Club celebrated its 70th anniversary last week with a special lunch meeting at the Rotary Pavilion at Regional Park. The group highlighted many projects and events they’ve worked on over the years. They sponsor students scholarships, provide coats…
Read MoreMidwest City begins condemnation process for former mall property
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City leaders are moving forward with eminent domain proceedings to acquire the former Heritage Park Mall property. The Midwest City Urban Renewal Authority recently filed a lawsuit in Oklahoma District Court after the owner of the property rejected an offer of nearly $6 million. In the Oct. 21…
Read MorePolice receive grant for crisis response team
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Midwest City Police Department has been awarded a grant to help people experiencing mental health crises. The State of Oklahoma and the District Attorneys Council awarded the department $158,074 to develop a Crisis Intervention and Response Team or CIRT. The city’s application was approved for Department of Justice…
Read MoreCA girls take third at state
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon EDMOND – Coming off their first-ever regional title, Carl Albert’s girls cross country team delivered another impressive performance Saturday at the Class 5A state championships. The Lady Titans took third overall for their best state showing in 26 years. “Our girls ran great today and I’m really proud of…
Read MoreTitans shut out Bluejays
Carl Albert clinches district title with 29-0 victory By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon GUTHRIE – Carl Albert hasn’t played in many close games in recent years. One of the exceptions has been against rival Guthrie at Jelsma Stadium. The Titans (9-0, 6-0) won the last two road games against the Bluejays (6-3, 5-1) by…
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