Midwest City Beacon Area News
Midwest City marks 29th MLK Prayer Breakfast
Leaders reflect on legacy, education and service By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day with its 29th annual MLK Prayer Breakfast Monday morning at the Reed Conference Center, centering on this year’s theme, “Where Do We Go From Here,” as civic leaders, clergy, educators, students and community members…
Read MoreCourt clears way for Midwest City to acquire Heritage Park Mall
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon An Oklahoma County judge has ruled in favor of Midwest City in its effort to acquire the former Heritage Park Mall through eminent domain, clearing a major legal hurdle in the city’s long-planned effort to clean up the blighted property. District Judge Amy Palumbo has directed the city’s attorney…
Read MoreMidwest City receives $1.81M for wastewater plant pollution study
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City will continue efforts to reduce pollution from its wastewater treatment facility with funding from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. City leaders last week approved a resolution authorizing up to $1.81 million in indebtedness as part of a 100% principal forgiveness loan through the Oklahoma Water Resources Board’s…
Read MoreMidwest City police bring holiday cheer to local children
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The holiday season came alive for local children Sunday as Midwest City police officers joined them at Walmart for a special shopping spree, providing gifts and smiles to families in need. The Shop with a Cop program, a community tradition since 1997, allows officers and their families to connect…
Read MoreMidwest City candidates address business, safety, and community needs
Packed audience hears candidates’ visions for future in advance of Feb. 10 primary election By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon A packed house attended Monday night’s forum at the Midwest City Library to hear from candidates for municipal office. Candidates for Mayor and city council Ward 1 shared their views on economic development, public safety,…
Read MoreGrand Jury declines charges in fatal Midwest City pursuit
An Oklahoma County Grand Jury has recommended that no charges be filed against a Midwest City police officer involved in a pursuit that ended in a fatal crash, according to a press release from the District Attorney’s office. Jurors reviewed the Nov. 3 incident involving Brice Edwards, who was accused of robbing a man of…
Read MoreMidwest City holds town hall on proposed hotel/motel tax increase
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City residents gathered recently for a town hall meeting to discuss a proposed increase in the city’s hotel/motel tax. Voters will decide on the measure during a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 18. City Manager Tim Lyon provided details on the proposed tax, its projected uses, and how…
Read MoreAltitude 1291 to host free “Spooktacular” Halloween event Saturday, Oct. 25
Altitude 1291 will host its annual Spooktacular on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 3–6 p.m. at its entertainment center, 6235 SE 15th St. The event is free and open to families from Midwest City and surrounding communities. Spooktacular has quickly become one of the metro’s largest family Halloween events. In 2024, more than 1,000 guests attended,…
Read MoreRiders shine in Soldier Creek Showdown
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon More than 130 mountain bikers took to the trails Sunday for the fourth annual Soldier Creek Showdown – Groucho’s Grind at the Soldier Creek Industrial Park (SCIP) Recreational Trail. The event drew 134 racers ranging in age from 3 to 73, competing across multiple categories in near-perfect weather and…
Read MoreDriver killed in crash in I-40 construction zone
Midwest City Beacon A 21-year-old Oklahoma City man was killed late Sunday night in a single-vehicle crash on the Interstate 40 westbound onramp from Douglas Blvd., near the Industrial Blvd. overpass. According to a preliminary report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the crash occurred about 11:30 p.m. Troopers said a vehicle driven by Amarius N.…
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