Midwest City Beacon Area News
965th Airborne Air Control Squadron welcomes new commander
TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. — Lt. Col. Blake Wiegmann assumed command of the 965th Airborne Air Control Squadron from Lt. Col. Jaxon Lee during a change of command ceremony June 5 at Tinker Air Force Base. Col. James Capra, 552nd Operations Group commander, presided over the ceremony and praised the Golden Falcons for their…
Read MoreCentral Oklahoma Weeklies Seeks Entries for Hometown Heroes Special Section
Central Oklahoma Weeklies is now accepting submissions for its annual Hometown Heroes special section, a community feature dedicated to recognizing the military service and sacrifice of local men and women with ties to the communities our newspapers serve. The section is designed to honor veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve personnel, and young…
Read More200-acre New Town project clears planning hurdle
City council vote set for June 23 By Anthony Thomas Midwest City Beacon The Midwest City Planning Commission last week recommended approval of a zoning request for a large mixed-use development on the east side. The advisory committee unanimously recommended approval of a request to rezone the 200-acre property near SE 29th St. and Anderson…
Read MoreStanley, Bracht face off in District 42 GOP Primary
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon One of eastern Oklahoma County’s most closely watched legislative primaries will be decided June 16 as Sen. Brenda Stanley defends her seat against conservative challenger Malana Bracht in the Oklahoma Senate District 42 Republican primary. The district covers much of Midwest City, Choctaw and Jones in eastern Oklahoma County.…
Read MoreRepublican primary for House District 95 features incumbent, former official, newcomer
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon A sitting lawmaker, a comeback politician with a controversial past and a political newcomer are squaring off in the Republican primary for House District 95 on June 16. Rep. Max Wolfley is facing primary challengers Brent Rinehart, a former Oklahoma City councilman and Oklahoma County commissioner, and newcomer Alexander…
Read MoreSenior Spotlight sponsored by Signature Hospice
105 Years Strong: The Life and Legacy of Eva Butler This month, we are honored to spotlight Eva Butler, who recently celebrated an incredible 105 years of life, a life marked by resilience, adventure and a spirit that still shines today. Eva was born April 4, 1921, and her early years were shaped by some…
Read MoreMystery red heart signs fuel buzz in local legislative race
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Red heart billboards and yard signs with no names or slogans have been popping up across the Midwest City area, turning heads and sparking questions from residents. The signs are part of an unconventional campaign strategy by Republican candidate Brent Rinehart, who is running for Oklahoma State House District…
Read MoreLeah’s Hope marks growth, new partnerships
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Leah’s Hope, a transitional housing nonprofit serving women and families in crisis, held its annual Liberation Luncheon on Friday at the Nick Harroz Community Center in Midwest City. Executive Director Brittany, speaking to a room of supporters, sponsors and local officials, highlighted several milestones from the past year, including…
Read MoreMelton ready to serve on city council
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon It took a little longer than he had hoped, but Raymond Melton will soon fulfill a dream to serve his community on the Midwest City Council. After coming up short in a crowded race two years ago, Melton is preparing to serve as the next Ward 3 city councilmember.…
Read MoreFormer State Sen. James Howell dies
Former state Sen. James Howell, a longtime educator, attorney and public servant, died Tuesday morning. He was 91. Howell, who grew up in Wewoka, began his career as a teacher and coach before earning his law degree from the University of Oklahoma. He later served as a city judge and spent more than two decades…
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