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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 0

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 0

From ‘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 0

Young 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 0

Fleck 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 0

Real 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 0

Longtime 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.

02/03/2012 | Comments 0

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 0

MWC 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...

01/26/2012 | Comments 0
Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Business

Boeing expands with new facility, more jobs

The new six-story, 320,000 square-foot Boeing building is located at 6005 S. Air Deport Boulevard. An official ribbon cutting ceremony was held last week. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Business

Market-moving indicators for monitoring Europe

Though new aspects of the situation seem to crop up every month, here are some of the most common factors that either reflect or affect sentiment about what’s happening in Europe. Knowing about them might help you understand why markets react to a seemingly obscure headline. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Business

Chamber sets new fundraising record at annual auction

The weather for the event, held June 1 under the Choctaw Creek Park pavilion, was chilly all night, but what Mosley quickly found out was that the gloomy weather was no match against members of the community eager to show their support for the chamber. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Business

Massage salon owners look to ‘heal’ customers

Their choice of location was simple to Stepp. The salon is located at 4613 SE 29th. “I knew I wanted to be by Tinker, to honor those in the military as they should be. We offer a discount to military and to those in public service for that reason,” Stepp said. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Business

Self-directed IRA allows more investment flexibility

For example, in addition to the usual IRA mainstays (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and CDs), a self-directed IRA might invest in real estate, limited partnership interests, or anything else the law (and your IRA trustee/custodian) allows. In fact, the only investment you can’t have in your IRA is life insurance. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Business

Midwest Regional hires new chief nursing officer

and received a Masters in Nursing from the University of Phoenix in Phoenix, AZ. She is a member of the Oklahoma Hospital Association, the American Nurses Association, the Oklahoma Nurses Association, and the Oklahoma Organization for Nurse Executives. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Business

Here’s four planning items for small businesses

For income tax purposes, you and your sole proprietorship are treated as one taxpayer, while partnerships and S corporations are pass-through tax entities that pass through items of income and deduction to you, and C corporations are separate tax... Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Business

Buying home today can be daunting experience

Admittedly, the recent tax credit for firsttime homebuyers was a strong incentive to take the plunge to homeownership, but there are still plenty of great reasons to buy a house or condominium. Recently, buyers have responded to historically low interest rates, says Michelle Wardlaw, a spokeswoman for NAR. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Business

Enjoy vacations by protecting finances from fraud

Although consumers are vigilant with protecting themselves from fraud in everyday life, it is easy for those efforts to be left at the door when leaving on vacation. To help consumers stay protected while vacationing, Oklahoma community banks offer the following tips:. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Business

Charity golf classic raises $90,000 for foundation

“All the hard work is well worth it when Dr. Britton, President of Rose State College, is presented with the check for the foundation,” said Robert H. Croak, president and chairman of the board at First National Bank.. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Politics and Government

Modern economies have universal health care

For now, let’s drop the talk about wanting a liberal America or a conservative America. What we truly need is a modern America. No country can be modern spending twice what its rich competitors do on health care while leaving millions without any coverage. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Politics and Government

Fear would put Romney in White House

If you listen to talk radio or watch cable news, you’d think everyone was an ideologue, obsessed with party politics. But many, perhaps most, American voters are not wedged into a voting pattern. The same country that elected the conservative George W. Bush voted for the very liberal Barack Obama the next time around. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Politics and Government

Homeowner upset about flooding from road work

Darin Taylor, who lives at 324 Post Road, said he has contacted project contractor Markwell Paving about flooding to his property and surrounding homeowners. When he spoke with company officials in August 2011, he was assured corrective measures would be taken. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Politics and Government

Choctaw manager’s opening draws 58 applicants

Several applicants currently work as city managers, while others did recently, Shelton said. In the case of the latter, he explained that in the city management profession, failure to renew a manager’s contract is not always considered to be a “black eye. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Politics and Government

Former city manager sues Choctaw, developers

Floyd also is alleging that councilmembers breached his contract and is seeking $75,000 in damages from the municipality. Finally, Floyd is seeking another $75,000 in damages from the development team, specifically listing Josh Kyles, Eldon Blackaby and Kurt Blackaby. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Politics and Government

Contractor, MWC officials point fingers in road debate

The largest road project that has been in progress for more than a year and a half is the widening of Post Road from Reno Avenue to SE 15th Street. Estimated at $5 million, the project has gone on longer than a normal road project should, Midwest City Manager Guy Henson said. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Politics and Government

Amnesty program clears 41 warrants

The program ran from February 15 to May 15 and concerned outstanding warrants that were issued before January 1, 2010. The program offered 50 percent off the cost of each warrant. Police officials said 41 of the estimated 1,000 warrants were cleared and brought in $20,000 to the police department. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Politics and Government

Cornelia de Lange proclamation

Lorraine Martin, left, holds a proclamation signed by Midwest City Mayor Jack Fry declaring May 12 as Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Day. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Politics and Government

Legislature gives SHINE program big boost

On May 1, the Oklahoma Legislature gave our very successful SHINE program a tremendous boost. Thanks to legislation sponsored by Rep. Gary Banz and Sen. David Holt, SHINE and similar community service programs started in other counties will now have a permanent funding source, at no cost to the taxpayers. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 10, 2012 in Politics and Government

Obama’s ‘Julia’ a woman in need of protector

Last week, the Obama campaign introduced “The Life of Julia,” a slide show about a fictional American that contrasts and compares the programs and services that would be available for her from age 3 under an Obama administration with those that would be available under a Mitt Romney White House. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Schools

Students SHINE in county program

Commencement season is over, and this year some 100 central Oklahoma high school and college students got to don graduation gowns with something extra – a red, white and blue cord that recognized their dedication to community service and volunteerism. Read more | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Schools

Long words don’t bother RSC nursing student

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Schools

Garcia attends 2012 Girls State program

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 14, 2012 in Schools

Bomber mat squad to host golf tourney

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Schools

Duo to test auto skills at national competition

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Schools

Westfall students of month

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Schools

Doc Blues to perform at summer concert series

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 7, 2012 in Schools

James Griffith Intermediate lists 2nd semester honor rolls

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Schools

Superintendent speaks

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 | Preview

Posted on Thursday 31, 2012 in Schools

East Side Elementary groundbreaking

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 | Preview

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