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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
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...
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Mid-Del Schools board accepts two bids
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Enrollment center will stay property of district Salary reductions add up to $190K savings
Pay cuts for majority of 10 administrators are double-digit percentages Midwest City stages mock automobile accident
Law enforcement participates in annual awareness event before prom Board votes to eliminate 19 administrative positions
Mid-Del Schools board announces unanimous decision at special meeting Monroney Jr. High announces honor roll
Board votes to explore selling three buildings
Mid-Del Schools also will put enrollment center on real estate market School chiefs speak out on education testing
Districts spend last portion of academic year conducting standarized exams As school budgets decrease, athletics tend to escape cuts
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After speech at Del City High School, students start Stand for the Silent chapter Mid-Del Schools receive bidders for sites
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Schools
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Long words don’t bother RSC nursing student
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For Raquel Edmondson, a Rose State College nursing student, spelling difficult words is nothing new. Edmondson, who has a bachelor’s degree in child development from the University of Central Oklahoma, is preparing to leave for Orlando, Fla., where she will compete in a national medical spelling competition. Read more
For Raquel Edmondson, a Rose State College nursing student, spelling difficult words is nothing new. Edmondson, who has a bachelor’s degree in child development from the University of Central Oklahoma, is preparing to leave for Orlando, Fla., where she will compete in a national medical spelling competition. Read more
Schools
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Garcia attends 2012 Girls State program
by Eastword Staff
Girls State is a nationwide program focusing on the promotion of Americanism and good citizenship. Oklahoma Girls State was first held in 1940, with the exception of two years during World War II, has been held annually. Read more
Girls State is a nationwide program focusing on the promotion of Americanism and good citizenship. Oklahoma Girls State was first held in 1940, with the exception of two years during World War II, has been held annually. Read more
Schools
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Bomber mat squad to host golf tourney
by Eastword Staff
Midwest City High School’s wrestling team will host a golf tournament July 13 at the John Conrad Golf Course to raise funds for the high school mat program.. Read more
Midwest City High School’s wrestling team will host a golf tournament July 13 at the John Conrad Golf Course to raise funds for the high school mat program.. Read more
Schools
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Duo to test auto skills at national competition
by Tim Farley
During the National Finals, Versteeg and Hixenbaugh will have their automotive skills tested with a written exam and timed event where they will be required to diagnose and repair intentionally installed “bugs” on a designated vehicle. Read more
During the National Finals, Versteeg and Hixenbaugh will have their automotive skills tested with a written exam and timed event where they will be required to diagnose and repair intentionally installed “bugs” on a designated vehicle. Read more
Schools
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Doc Blues to perform at summer concert series
by Tim Farley
Hickman later graduated from Oklahoma A&M College (now Oklahoma State University), joined the Army and upon discharge from the military, went to school to become a dentist, but switched to orthodontics. He sought his medical degree from University of Missouri in Kansas City. Read more
Hickman later graduated from Oklahoma A&M College (now Oklahoma State University), joined the Army and upon discharge from the military, went to school to become a dentist, but switched to orthodontics. He sought his medical degree from University of Missouri in Kansas City. Read more
Schools
Thursday, June 7, 2012
James Griffith Intermediate lists 2nd semester honor rolls
by Tim Farley
Cameron Edwards, Caleb Fenderson, Lucas Fenderson, Preston Flowers, Bryonna Fulton, Paiton Guajardo, Jeffrey Herzog, Justin Holcombe, Stephen Holko, Nicole Hope, Billy Howerton, Rylee Jones, Madi Lane, Heath Limke, Cheyenne Luce, Elizabeth Mackey,... Read more
Cameron Edwards, Caleb Fenderson, Lucas Fenderson, Preston Flowers, Bryonna Fulton, Paiton Guajardo, Jeffrey Herzog, Justin Holcombe, Stephen Holko, Nicole Hope, Billy Howerton, Rylee Jones, Madi Lane, Heath Limke, Cheyenne Luce, Elizabeth Mackey,... Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Superintendent speaks
by Tim Farley
Mid-Del School Superintendent Pam Deering talks to local dignataries during a groundbreaking ceremony earlier this month in connection with the new Soldier Creek Elementary that will be built on the existing campus. See related photos, Pages 7-8.. Read more
Mid-Del School Superintendent Pam Deering talks to local dignataries during a groundbreaking ceremony earlier this month in connection with the new Soldier Creek Elementary that will be built on the existing campus. See related photos, Pages 7-8.. Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 31, 2012
East Side Elementary groundbreaking
by Tim Farley
Mid-Del school district and city officials gather for a ceremonial groundbreaking at the existing East Side Elementary. The new East Side school will be built at the current campus in anticipation of increased student enrollment when Traub Elementary and Sooner-Rose Elementary are closed. Read more
Mid-Del school district and city officials gather for a ceremonial groundbreaking at the existing East Side Elementary. The new East Side school will be built at the current campus in anticipation of increased student enrollment when Traub Elementary and Sooner-Rose Elementary are closed. Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Soldier Creek groundbreaking
by Tim Farley
City and Mid-Del school officials prepare to turn some dirt as part of a ceremonial groundbreaking at Soldier Creek Elementary earlier this month. A new Soldier Creek Elementary will built on the existing campus as part of the district’s consolidation plan that started last year. Read more
City and Mid-Del school officials prepare to turn some dirt as part of a ceremonial groundbreaking at Soldier Creek Elementary earlier this month. A new Soldier Creek Elementary will built on the existing campus as part of the district’s consolidation plan that started last year. Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Area college students receive OBU music scholarships
by Tim Farley
Blackburn, a freshman from Choctaw, received the Catherine Mae Bardwell Memorial Scholarship, given to worthy music students; the Clair and Ruth McGavern Piano Scholarship, given to a student who shows exceptional ability and promise as a pianist;... Read more
Blackburn, a freshman from Choctaw, received the Catherine Mae Bardwell Memorial Scholarship, given to worthy music students; the Clair and Ruth McGavern Piano Scholarship, given to a student who shows exceptional ability and promise as a pianist;... Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Bringing Up GradeS
by Tim Farley
L.W. Westfall Elementary third grade students receive certificates from school officials and the Choctaw Kiwanis Club for their academic achievement. The program, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club, is called BUGS, which stands for Bringing Up GradeS. Read more
L.W. Westfall Elementary third grade students receive certificates from school officials and the Choctaw Kiwanis Club for their academic achievement. The program, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club, is called BUGS, which stands for Bringing Up GradeS. Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Steed Elementary students listed on 4th quarter rolls
by Tim Farley
Following is a list of Steed Elemenary students who qualified for fourth-quarter honor rolls.. Read more
Following is a list of Steed Elemenary students who qualified for fourth-quarter honor rolls.. Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Mid-Del school officials urge parents to participate in survey
by Tim Farley
Districts can receive bonus points toward each school’s grade if parents fill out the survey. Schools must average a score of 4 or 5 on three different surveys that include parents, students and school faculty. To receive those scores, districts must have 10 percent participation of parents, 20 percent of students and 90 percent of its faculty. Read more
Districts can receive bonus points toward each school’s grade if parents fill out the survey. Schools must average a score of 4 or 5 on three different surveys that include parents, students and school faculty. To receive those scores, districts must have 10 percent participation of parents, 20 percent of students and 90 percent of its faculty. Read more
Schools
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Bridesmaid’s heart study leads to honors award
by Tim Farley
The college recognized honors student Bailee Russell as the Outstanding Honors Graduate for the work on diagnosing “Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease,” or BAVD. Russell undertook a science project for a life science class at Rose State in which she measured electrocardiogram readings and discovered the signs of the disease in her friend. Read more
The college recognized honors student Bailee Russell as the Outstanding Honors Graduate for the work on diagnosing “Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease,” or BAVD. Russell undertook a science project for a life science class at Rose State in which she measured electrocardiogram readings and discovered the signs of the disease in her friend. Read more
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