Air Force Secretary speaks at Tinker and the Primes
Kendall outlines global threats and need to maintain air superiority By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall spent the first two decades of his military career combating the Soviet Union during the Cold War. These days, he is committed to helping the U.S. counter another potential adversary in China. Kendall laid…
Read MoreAutumn House celebrates longtime manager
By Maxine Wheelan Midwest City Beacon The City of Midwest City has special housing for many seniors and a manager that takes care of everyone, Joyce George. She has many other obligations but her seniors at the Autumn Housing come first. George celebrated her 20-year anniversary at Autumn House Aug. 2 with residents, staff and…
Read MoreAthletic facilities to receive boost in bond proposal
Editor’s Note: This is the second part in a series of articles about projects included in Mid-Del School District’s upcoming $492 million bond proposal. The election is set for Oct. 10. By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Mid-Del Schools made significant improvements to athletic facilities in a 2017 bond issue. Officials say more work is needed.…
Read MoreLady Titans keeping bar high
By Jeff Harrison [email protected] Expectations are always high for Carl Albert’s softball team. And there’s no reason to think differently this year. The Lady Titans are again looking to contend for a state title after reaching the state semifinals last fall. “With the girls in the lineup and the girls in the circle, I feel…
Read MoreMidwest City volleyball building off positive offseason
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City’s volleyball team hasn’t had a lot of success in recent years. The Lady Bombers are hoping to change that. The team has a new coach in Matti Dix and a new outlook. “I feel like we’re doing really well and have improved a lot,” said senior Hana…
Read MoreHard work paying off for Midwest City softball
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City’s softball team has been putting in the work this offseason. The Lady Bombers started new offseason workouts and took part in summer team camps and scrimmages. “These girls have great attitudes and they’ve been working their butts off,” said coach Mark Judson. “I couldn’t ask for a…
Read MoreBusinesses pitch in for youth baseball team in need
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon A local youth baseball team received a pleasant surprise last week. Two businesses chipped in to help the Oklahoma Warriors, an 8U baseball team, get ready for the upcoming fall season after a former coach allegedly stole money that was meant for uniforms. Johnny Freeze, a company that sells…
Read MoreSwimmers race firefighters
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Mid-Del swimmers capped their summer workouts last week with their annual relay race against Del City firefighters at Eagle Harbor Aquatic Center. The high school swimmers beat the firefighters 4-1 in a series of five 100-yard freestyle relays. “This is a lot of fun and it’s a good…
Read MoreSafety and security top priority in bond proposal
Editor’s Note: This is the first part in a series of articles about projects included in Mid-Del School District’s upcoming $492 million bond proposal. The election is scheduled for Oct. 10. By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon In planning for the upcoming $492 million bond proposal, Mid-Del School leaders weren’t shy about asking for input.…
Read MoreWhataburger expanding, Chick-fil-A remodeling
Chick-fil-A on SE 29th St. will be closed during construction By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon One popular fast-food restaurant is planning a new location in Midwest City. And another is undergoing a major remodeling project. Whataburger plans to build a new restaurant at 5925 SE 15th St., near the Regal Warren Theatre. The new…
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