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Midwest City hosting grand opening for sports complex Friday, April 22
It’s been close to three decades since a new sports complex has opened its gates to welcome residents and visitors to our community. That changes this Friday, April 22, at 3:00 p.m., when the City of Midwest City officially opens the first phase of the Midwest City MAC (Multi-Athletic Complex) located at 9400 SE 29th…
Read MoreShrimp Boil fundraiser a big hit
The Midwest City Rotary Club served up their ninth annual Shrimp Boil fundraising event last Saturday night at the Nick Harroz Community Center. The event was moved back to the pre-COVID spring schedule after being forced to reschedule the 2020 event to late 2021. The Shrimp Boil is the largest fund raiser of the year…
Read MoreMidwest City mayor, city council candidates share views at forum
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Candidates for municipal elections shared their views on a variety of local issues Monday morning during a forum at the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce. The candidates provided a brief introduction before sharing their views on housing, economic development, code enforcement, the future of Air Depot Blvd. and other…
Read MoreMidwest City Mayor’s race draws four candidates
Editor’s Note: This is the final in a three-part series profiling candidates for the upcoming Midwest City municipal elections. The Beacon has highlighted one race each week leading up to the Feb. 8 election for Mayor, Ward 3 and Ward 5. By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Bill Bridges Communication is important to Bill Bridges.…
Read MoreMidwest City launches Air Depot study
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Air Depot Boulevard has a rich history in Midwest City. For several years, it has served as the city’s main commercial corridor linking destinations and businesses. But as business has shifted to other parts of town, city leaders are exploring ways to revive the area. “We want to find…
Read MoreAllen and Bana in the running for Ward 5
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Editor’s Note: This is the first in a three-part series profiling candidates for the upcoming Midwest City municipal elections. The Beacon will highlight one race each week leading up to the Feb. 8 election for Mayor, Ward 3 and Ward 5. Allen looking to continue work in a third…
Read MoreB-52 makes long journey to Oklahoma
Aircraft to serve as tool in fleet modernization By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The B-52 Bomber has been a workhorse for the U.S. Air Force for more than six decades. Soon the iconic aircraft will receive upgrades that will keep it flying for years to come. On Saturday morning, a decommissioned B-52, known as…
Read MoreBailey, Bain, Bowen face off in Ward 3 race
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Editor’s Note: This is the second in a three-part series profiling candidates for the upcoming Midwest City municipal elections. The Beacon will highlight one race each week leading up to the Feb. 8 election for Mayor, Ward 3 and Ward 5. AJ Bailey AJ Bailey has lived in Midwest…
Read MoreHeather McMahan’s ‘Farewell’ tour comes to Midwest City Thursday, Jan. 13
By Tonya Little Midwest City Beacon Comedian/actress Heather McMahan will be performing her particular brand of comedic flair at Rose State College’s Hudiburg Chevrolet Center in Midwest City on Thursday, Jan. 13. A beloved standup comedian, Instagram storyteller and the best friend everyone wants, McMahan has seen her fandom skyrocket with fans and the industry…
Read MoreMidwest City hits pause on fire inspection fees
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Midwest City will not charge fees for fire code inspections –at least for now. Mayor Matt Dukes said the city will hold off on the new fee schedule that included charges for annual inspections as well as new construction. City leaders plan to reevaluate the plan after pushback from…
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