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Roses popular, easy to grow in Oklahoma
Roses are one of the most popular plants in Oklahoma gardens, and many are relatively easy to grow, especially the newer varieties like the Knock Out® rose. Roses offer color and fragrance in the garden, and many make wonderful cut flowers. If you have a garden, you should try your hand at growing roses!.
03/22/2012 | Comments 0From ‘Long Black Limousine’ to Elvis
That would change years later. For the next seven years, band members came and went. Finally, Black put together a group of musicians that have been with him for more than 20 years. They include guitarist Graham Pugh, bass player Rick Alongi, drummer Bob Gorley and keyboard player Phil Sapper, formerly of Harvey and the Wallbangers.
03/01/2012 | Comments 0Young artist generates new ideas for veterans memorial expansion
“This will not be done with any public money,” said Howe, an Air Force pilot who flew B-52s during the Vietnam war. “Each statue will cost $40,000, but this type of art puts us in a different realm. It will take us into the world of art, which opens new avenues for giving.
02/23/2012 | Comments 0Fleck and Flecktones to perform April 10 at Rose State
The extraordinary initial line-up of his incredible combo are touring to support their latest recording, “Rocket Science.
02/17/2012 | Comments 0Real Life
In my presentation, I told the club members about the importance of supporting their local newspaper. After all, we received numerous compliments about our publication and its new appearance, content and local ownership. In this business, compliments can be few and far between, so we enjoyed all of the positive remarks.
02/17/2012 | Comments 0‘General’-ly speaking
In fact, every night when he goes home, the general’s hat comes off – if only temporarily – and suddenly the commander of one of the most critical U.S. Air Force bases turns into father, husband, scuba diver and avid fan of New England sports teams..
02/10/2012 | Comments 0Longtime MWC fire department spokesman Jerry Lojka retires
Lojka spent 29 years at the Midwest City Fire Department and served in several roles, including firefighter, inspector, investigator, public education officer, public information officer and fire marshal.
His favorite job was that of department spokesman as he answered questions from the press, and conveyed important fire prevention tips to the public.
Real Life: Lojka will be missed at fire department
This week’s retirement of Midwest City Fire Marshal Jerry Lojka reminded
me how an effective and well-intentioned PIO does his job. During the
past 14 months I’ve discovered that he knows his job and he understands
the role reporters play in the world of news and information.
02/03/2012 | Comments 0MWC grad, Hudson to receive national awards
Midwest City School graduate Lester Claravall will receive the prestigious Lewis Hines Award for Service to Children and Youth during a ceremony in New York City on Monday.
The award will be presented by the National Child Labor Committee, which serves as the sponsor for the Lewis Hines awards...
Images of 2012 MLK Prayer Breakfast
Several hundred people attended Midwest City’s 15th annual Martin
Luther King, Jr., Prayer Breakfast Monday at the Sheraton Hotel’s Reed
Conference Center. Featured speakers were former state legislator Angela
Monson, Oklahoma City police officer Paco Balderamma and Midwest City
graduate and current University of Oklahoma student Rodney Farrow.
01/19/2012 | Comments 0Most popular from Business
Midwest City gains Walmart Neighborhood Market
Crews began work earlier this month near Reno, Midwest Blvd. Wal-Mart Supercenter coming to Choctaw
Investor purchases pieces of Heritage Park Mall
Ahmad Bahreini now owns largest portions of the former mall space Midwest Regional receives national award
Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Department cures 95 percent of patients Tierra Media Group announces Eastword transfer of ownership
Community says goodbye to Paul Hudiburg
Auto dealer helped shape Midwest City business climate Bar owners file police complaint
Officers visited Choctaw business on multiple occasions Midwest City real estate agent takes state leadership position
Barton-Stober has been active in local and regional Realtor associations Newspaper moves forward with staff changes, opportunities
Eastword positioned for long-term growth. Billy Sims Barbecue restaurant touches down in Midwest City
Crews began work earlier this month near Reno, Midwest Blvd. Wal-Mart Supercenter coming to Choctaw
Investor purchases pieces of Heritage Park Mall
Ahmad Bahreini now owns largest portions of the former mall space Midwest Regional receives national award
Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Department cures 95 percent of patients Tierra Media Group announces Eastword transfer of ownership
Community says goodbye to Paul Hudiburg
Auto dealer helped shape Midwest City business climate Bar owners file police complaint
Officers visited Choctaw business on multiple occasions Midwest City real estate agent takes state leadership position
Barton-Stober has been active in local and regional Realtor associations Newspaper moves forward with staff changes, opportunities
Eastword positioned for long-term growth. Billy Sims Barbecue restaurant touches down in Midwest City
Business
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Do-it-yourself estate planning can create risks, problems
by Shawn Powell
As the number of Internet websites and software packages have quickly multiplied, along with the many books and stationery store kits that have always been available, do-it-yourself (DIY) estate planning is on the rise. Read more
As the number of Internet websites and software packages have quickly multiplied, along with the many books and stationery store kits that have always been available, do-it-yourself (DIY) estate planning is on the rise. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Start planning now for next year’s tax return
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The tax deadline may have just passed but planning for next year can start now. Reed’s Tax Service reminds taxpayers that being organized and planning ahead can save time, money and headaches in 2013. Here are seven things you can do now to make next April 15 easier. Read more
The tax deadline may have just passed but planning for next year can start now. Reed’s Tax Service reminds taxpayers that being organized and planning ahead can save time, money and headaches in 2013. Here are seven things you can do now to make next April 15 easier. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 17, 2012
First National Bank to host charity golf classic
by Tim Farley
First National Bank, along with title sponsor Midwest Regional Medical Center, has teamed up again to facilitate the longtime event. Proceeds from this year’s tournament should exceed $75,000, which will be the largest amount raised by the tournament in its history, said William H. Read more
First National Bank, along with title sponsor Midwest Regional Medical Center, has teamed up again to facilitate the longtime event. Proceeds from this year’s tournament should exceed $75,000, which will be the largest amount raised by the tournament in its history, said William H. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Tasty Snow provides cool, refreshing treat
by Tim Farley
Midwest City’s resident snow cone icon, Tasty Snow, has been open for business for more than a month. The March 30 opening marked David Massey’s 13th year in business and the unofficial start to the spring and summer season for Midwest City citizens.. Read more
Midwest City’s resident snow cone icon, Tasty Snow, has been open for business for more than a month. The March 30 opening marked David Massey’s 13th year in business and the unofficial start to the spring and summer season for Midwest City citizens.. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Ribbon cutting
by Eastword Staff
Carlton and Shirlene Cook, owners of Go Natural 24/7, The Healthy Hair and Skin Cafe, prepare to cut the ribbon during a Del City Chamber of Commerce ceremony held April 5. The business is located at 4721 SE 29th. The business sells natural hair and skin care products in the Oklahoma City area. Read more
Carlton and Shirlene Cook, owners of Go Natural 24/7, The Healthy Hair and Skin Cafe, prepare to cut the ribbon during a Del City Chamber of Commerce ceremony held April 5. The business is located at 4721 SE 29th. The business sells natural hair and skin care products in the Oklahoma City area. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Social Security retirement benefits important for women
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Did you know that the first person ever to receive ongoing Social Security benefits was a woman? Ever since Ida May Fuller received the first retirement benefit check in 1940, women have been counting on Social Security to provide much-needed retirement income. Read more
Did you know that the first person ever to receive ongoing Social Security benefits was a woman? Ever since Ida May Fuller received the first retirement benefit check in 1940, women have been counting on Social Security to provide much-needed retirement income. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Deli, sporting goods store coming to MWC
by Tim Farley
Property near the northeast corner of SE 29th and Air Depot Boulevard won’t be vacant too much longer with the announcement that McAlister’s Deli and Dick’s Sporting Goods will soon locate there.. Read more
Property near the northeast corner of SE 29th and Air Depot Boulevard won’t be vacant too much longer with the announcement that McAlister’s Deli and Dick’s Sporting Goods will soon locate there.. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 3, 2012
MWC optometrist selected for statewide honor
by Tim Farley
Dr. McGee was born and raised in Leedey, OK. She quickly developed a passion for learning, but found her love of science while in high school. She went on to become the valedictorian of her high school graduating class. She was so esteemed by her teachers and administrators that Dr. Read more
Dr. McGee was born and raised in Leedey, OK. She quickly developed a passion for learning, but found her love of science while in high school. She went on to become the valedictorian of her high school graduating class. She was so esteemed by her teachers and administrators that Dr. Read more
Business
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Reports show challenging outlook for Social Security
by Shawn Powell
Every year, the Trustees of the Social Security Trust Funds release reports to Congress on the current financial condition and projected financial outlook of these programs. This year’s reports, released on April 23, 2012, show that both programs face urgent financial challenges that should be addressed as soon as possible. Read more
Every year, the Trustees of the Social Security Trust Funds release reports to Congress on the current financial condition and projected financial outlook of these programs. This year’s reports, released on April 23, 2012, show that both programs face urgent financial challenges that should be addressed as soon as possible. Read more
Business
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Hidden taxes: What is your true cost?
by Shawn Powell
We are pretty well aware of the taxes we must pay as U.S. citizens; income taxes, payroll taxes, sales taxes, property taxes, and gift and estate taxes, to name a few. We can easily see these taxes on our pay stubs, tax bills, and sales receipts. But there are other taxes imposed on us that you may not be aware of. Read more
We are pretty well aware of the taxes we must pay as U.S. citizens; income taxes, payroll taxes, sales taxes, property taxes, and gift and estate taxes, to name a few. We can easily see these taxes on our pay stubs, tax bills, and sales receipts. But there are other taxes imposed on us that you may not be aware of. Read more
Business
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Old Germany breaks ground for sports bar annex
by Tim Farley
Helping break ground for Old Germany’s new sports bar annex on Monday were, from left, David Ernst, George Schultz, Bernie Nauheimer, Krystal Turek, Tracy Mosley, Larry Goeller, Steve Krieske, George Turek, Jeannie Abts and Madison Black. The sports bar annex will be about 1,200 square feet and will be built on the north side of the restaurant. Read more
Helping break ground for Old Germany’s new sports bar annex on Monday were, from left, David Ernst, George Schultz, Bernie Nauheimer, Krystal Turek, Tracy Mosley, Larry Goeller, Steve Krieske, George Turek, Jeannie Abts and Madison Black. The sports bar annex will be about 1,200 square feet and will be built on the north side of the restaurant. Read more
Business
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Restaurant, sports bar coming to Del City
by Tim Farley
“I’m pumped up about it,” Lindsey said, of his two new ventures. “I’m excited about the Red Dirt brand coming to the Oklahoma City area. I’ll be working at the restaurant as it opens and I’ll do a little bit of everything. I’m very much a people person.”. Read more
“I’m pumped up about it,” Lindsey said, of his two new ventures. “I’m excited about the Red Dirt brand coming to the Oklahoma City area. I’ll be working at the restaurant as it opens and I’ll do a little bit of everything. I’m very much a people person.”. Read more
Business
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Be on lookout for ‘spoofing’
by Shawn Powell
The term “spoofing” refers to attempts by criminals to steal your funds by pretending to be you and contacting financial firms to request outgoing wires. Spoofing is an issue that persists for the financial services industry in general and for you. Read more
The term “spoofing” refers to attempts by criminals to steal your funds by pretending to be you and contacting financial firms to request outgoing wires. Spoofing is an issue that persists for the financial services industry in general and for you. Read more
Business
Thursday, April 12, 2012
St. Anthony’s cancer program receives award
by Eastword Staff
St. Anthony Hospital received the 2011 Outstanding Achievement Award from the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons. A select group of 106 currently accredited and newly accredited cancer programs across the United States were recognized. Read more
St. Anthony Hospital received the 2011 Outstanding Achievement Award from the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons. A select group of 106 currently accredited and newly accredited cancer programs across the United States were recognized. Read more
Business
Thursday, April 12, 2012
IRS gives options if taxpayers can’t pay full amount owed
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There is no IRS fee for credit or debit card payments. If you are paying by credit card, the service providers charge a convenience fee based on the amount you are paying. If you are paying by debit card, the service providers charge a flat fee of $3.89 to $3. Read more
There is no IRS fee for credit or debit card payments. If you are paying by credit card, the service providers charge a convenience fee based on the amount you are paying. If you are paying by debit card, the service providers charge a flat fee of $3.89 to $3. Read more
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