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Del City program promotes local restaurants
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Restaurants in Del City are getting a hand from the city. Del City is promoting local restaurants through a new free program called “Dining in Del City Exposé”. The program highlights one restaurant each month through the city’s social media channels, billboard, cable channel and during a city council…
Read MoreThin Blue Line flag sparks debate
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Del City leaders last week held a special meeting to discuss a “Thin Blue Line” flag that flies at the Del City Police Station. The flag, which has been at the police station for several years, is seen as a symbol of unity and support for police officers but also…
Read MoreDel City opens outdoor fitness court at Patriot Park
By Valerie Scott Midwest City Beacon Del City is offering a new way to exercise. The city recently opened first outdoor exercise equipment at the Patriot Park, 4507 SE 15th St. The exercise equipment offers a full-body workout. It is designed for ages 14 and above. Children younger than 14 years old must be accompanied…
Read MoreDel City celebrates new outdoor fitness court
By Valerie Scott Midwest City Beacon Del City’s new outdoor exercise equipment is officially open to the public. The city held a ribbon cutting ceremony June 22 for the fitness court at Patriot Park. The American Flag on the back of the equipment can be seen by drives on nearby Interstate 40. “We’ve been out…
Read MoreDel City pulls out of Regional Transit Authority
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Del City recently joined a growing list of municipalities to leave the Regional Transit Authority. The city council last month voted to formally withdraw from the transit system over concerns about the costs, the planned route, and reliance on sales tax for construction and operations. The Regional Transit Authority…
Read MoreDel City Chamber finds new home at community center
By Valerie Scott Midwest City Beacon The Del City Chamber of Commerce has moved into the Community Center. The chamber’s previous office, located at 4505 SE 15th St., will be turned into a Salad and Go restaurant. The chamber has officially been moved in since the end of April. Chamber Director, Erin Stevens just celebrated…
Read MoreFinch joins Del City Chamber Hall of Fame
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Some of Del City’s finest were celebrated last week during the Del City Chamber of Commerce’s annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame ceremony. The Chamber recognized residents, business owners and employees for their dedication to the community. Pam Finch received the top honor as she was inducted into…
Read MoreDel City makes plans for COVID funds
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Del City will receive about $3.5 million in COVID relief funding. Mayor Floyd Eason said the city plans to use the funds from the American Rescue Plan Act to upgrade its water system and create outdoor meeting spaces. “We looked at all the potential uses and the council made…
Read MoreDel City Police Department takes home Christmas Cup
DCPD wins first annual Christmas Cup competition By Anthony Thomas Midwest City Beacon The Christmas spirit is alive and well in Del City, if not a little too alive. Christmas is a time of love, joy, caring, and most importantly over the top decorations. For the past month, a Christmas decoration battle has been raging…
Read MoreMotocross track opens in Del City
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Dirt was flying and so were the riders last weekend at the grand opening of the Del City MX course. The new motocross track celebrated the opening with Eagle Cup races last Saturday and Sunday. The track is located at 4601 E. Reno Ave. Jeremy Thomas, who grew up…
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