Titans roll Wolves in season opener
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Carl Albert’s wrestlers opened the dual season last Thursday with a 52-17 win at Shawnee. The Titans won 10 of the 11 contested matches. “It was a good start to our dual season for sure,” said coach Curt Hodges. “I liked the way we wrestled from start to finish.…
Read MoreMidwest City boy takes mowing challenge
By Lea Terry Midwest City Beacon Midwest City resident Cannon Deeter has cut over 30 lawns for free as part of the national 50 Yard Challenge. During that time, he’s met people from all backgrounds, including senior citizens, people with disabilities, military veterans and single parents. He was even named “Mower of the Month” for…
Read MoreMore groundwater sampling needed at Eagle Industries Superfund site
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Environmental experts plan to increase sampling of groundwater near a polluted former industrial property in Midwest City. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality officials say they’re having a difficult time understanding how the contamination is impacting local groundwater near the former Eagle Industries, 10901 SE 29th St. “We’re noticing more…
Read MoreOKC voters have big decision ahead
By Michael Kinney Contributing Writer Muhammed Ali vs Jerry Cooney. The 1985 Chicago Bears vs the New England Patriots. Backstreet Boys vs 98 Degrees. These are some of the most lopsided battles in the history of competition. Everyone knew they were going to be ugly from the start and that is the way they ended.…
Read MoreDel City exploring new branding, marketing strategy
By Lea Terry Midwest City Beacon Just a few weeks into his role as Director of Economic Development for Del City, former councilmember Kyle Gandy presented his first major project proposal: a total rebranding and marketing plan for the city. “The first thing a person sees when they go to investigate a city is the…
Read MoreTinker employees shop with Mid-Del students
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon MOORE – Dylan wore a smile on his face and new Puma tennis shoes on his feet Friday morning at JC Penney’s. The Soldier Creek Elementary School student picked out new clothes as part of an annual holiday shopping event with employees from Tinker Air Force Base. And he…
Read MoreTitans defend state title
Carl Albert edges rival Del City in Class 5A state finals By Michael Kinney Contributing Writer EDMOND- When the 2023 season started, Carl Albert already knew the deal. As the defending 5A state champions, the Titans knew they would be a marked squad as every team they faced would be looking to knock their crown…
Read MoreDel City falls short in state championship
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon EDMOND – Del City’s football team developed a winning formula this season. They built early leads, protected the football, and played suffocating defense. The result was a trip to the state championship for the first time since 1976. Unfortunately for the Eagles, that plan didn’t work against rival Carl…
Read MoreEagles rise above challenges in run to finals
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Del City’s football season started with the worst of circumstances. But it ended with the Eagles playing for the biggest prize on the biggest stage. While they didn’t come away with a state championship, what the Del City football team accomplished is nothing short of incredible. In the face…
Read MoreTitans take down El Reno in season opener
Carl Albert girls come up short in 63-50 loss By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon EL RENO – The Carl Albert boys basketball team believes they’ll be a serious contender in Class 5A again this season. And they certainly looked the part Friday night in a 66-49 win over El Reno in the season opener…
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