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Los Angeles County police are investigating accusations that Justin struck a photographer, which, if true, would violate California Penal Code 242 even if the striking blow was, well, glancing. Detectives want you to call them if you saw the brawl or if Justin attacked you, as well.
06/07/2012 | Comments 0Roses 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
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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...
June 21st, 2012
Del City signs agreement with development firm
The abandoned Eagle Point apartment complex along Interstate 40 and Scott Street will soon be torn down to make room for an upscale commercial development, Del City officials said.
Two resolutions and the formation of a review committee were approved in connection with the abandoned complex during Monday’s city council meeting.
Del City plans to demolish those apartments and clear the area for a commercial complex, with potential for new retail, restaurants and hotels.
“We have a blighted property, and are making plans to do something about it,” said Del City Planner Tom Leatherbee. “The complex is full of asbestos and needs sewer, road and flood plain work.
The Eagle Point apartments are located at Scott Street and Tinker Diagonal. It sits on 18 acres of land and has been in its current dilapidated state since 2008, and is condemned for occupancy.
Del City has placed security on the site, once a haven for gangs, drug dealers and vagrants who caused more than one fire in the past.
Approved measures
The first resolution to be passed was the approval of the redevelopment agreement between Del City, the Del City Economic Development Authority and Peregrine Development Group. Financial details of the agreement have not been finalized.
Currently, the agreement is conditional, and if either party does not meet the conditions of the agreement, one side can pull out. Peregrine is in charge of the demolition and development of the site, and the city must secure the financing and the tax increment finance (TIF) district.
Tax Increment Financing
The establishment of a TIF district will help to pay for the development of the area. For the developer to come in and take care of the area, the TIF establishes an incremental payment, based on the sales tax of the area to pay for the improvements, instead of the city writing a check.
The TIF district plan was used for the Shoppes at Del City development, located along Sooner Road south of Interstate 40.
“This project is looking to be $2 million,” said Leatherbee. “The I-40 and Sooner TIF district was $6.5 million, taken care of by RCL Development.”
In related action, a review committee was established to oversee the TIF district. The committee consists of Mayor Brian Linley and Planning Commission Chairman Tony Ellis. Three other citizens will be appointed to complete the fivemember panel.
The vacant Eagle Point Apartments near Interstate-40 and Scott Street will soon be demolished to make room for an upscale commercial development, Del City officials said. (Photo by Chelsea Ratterman)
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