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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 Politics and Government
Midwest City, Del City prepare for pool openings
Del City preps for Armed Forces parade
Annual event will take place May 14; entries are still being accepted Eastern Oklahoma County officials plan for future growt
Group recruits businesses to locate in region, promote available opportunities Rose State Honor Roll
Choctaw, Midwest City experience tax-revenue boon
Nicoma Park, Del City sustain smaller increases during past year Del City schedules general obligation bond election
Voters will head to polls July 12 to decide $6 million measure Will Midwest City have to close emergency shelter?
Demand for public refuge areas exceeded supply May 24 Three Eastern Oklahoma County men face charges for breaking burn ban
Sheriff makes announcement at Choctaw Fire Department press conference Wildfires spread through Choctaw, Eastern Oklahoma County
Officials estimate $1.1 million in damages Oklahoma County charges teen with first-degree murder
District Attorney says death penalty unlikely because grandson was 16 at the time
Del City preps for Armed Forces parade
Annual event will take place May 14; entries are still being accepted Eastern Oklahoma County officials plan for future growt
Group recruits businesses to locate in region, promote available opportunities Rose State Honor Roll
Choctaw, Midwest City experience tax-revenue boon
Nicoma Park, Del City sustain smaller increases during past year Del City schedules general obligation bond election
Voters will head to polls July 12 to decide $6 million measure Will Midwest City have to close emergency shelter?
Demand for public refuge areas exceeded supply May 24 Three Eastern Oklahoma County men face charges for breaking burn ban
Sheriff makes announcement at Choctaw Fire Department press conference Wildfires spread through Choctaw, Eastern Oklahoma County
Officials estimate $1.1 million in damages Oklahoma County charges teen with first-degree murder
District Attorney says death penalty unlikely because grandson was 16 at the time
Politics and Government
Thursday, July 7, 2011
City manager traces evolution of Del City
Despite being landlocked, city’s location, leadership facilitate growth
by Tim Farley
When Mark Edwards took the job as Del City’s manager in 1998, he was told the city had no room to grow. Read more
When Mark Edwards took the job as Del City’s manager in 1998, he was told the city had no room to grow. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Choctaw City Council hears development update
Members hear progress, or lack thereof, on Town Square project
by Tim Farley
An apparent lack of activity on Choctaw’s Town Square project has raised questions about the once highly anticipated development that was touted as the city’s next economic bonanza. Read more
An apparent lack of activity on Choctaw’s Town Square project has raised questions about the once highly anticipated development that was touted as the city’s next economic bonanza. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Officials meet with seniors
by Eastword Staff
Cpl. Kelli Bruemmer of the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Department and Sgt. Joel Warner of the Midwest City Police Department visited the Midwest City TRIAD meeting June 22 to discuss how to prevent heat strokes.
Read more
Cpl. Kelli Bruemmer of the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Department and Sgt. Joel Warner of the Midwest City Police Department visited the Midwest City TRIAD meeting June 22 to discuss how to prevent heat strokes.
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Politics and Government
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Chamber hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony
Del City, Del City Chamber of Commerce, Gary Cranford Insurance Agency
by Eastword Staff
The Del City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ceremony for the opening of the Gary Cranford Insurance Agency recently. Read more
The Del City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ceremony for the opening of the Gary Cranford Insurance Agency recently. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Police celebrate military veterans
Midwest City officials highlight those who swapped one uniform for another
by Tim Farley
Remembering sacrifices made by military personnel has not been forgotten by the brass at the Midwest City Police Department. Read more
Remembering sacrifices made by military personnel has not been forgotten by the brass at the Midwest City Police Department. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Tinker programmer wins commendation
Senior airman traveled to Afghanistan for humanitarian mission
by Tim Farley
When Dan Boggs joined the U.S. Air Force three years ago as a computer systems programmer, danger was not in the job description. Read more
When Dan Boggs joined the U.S. Air Force three years ago as a computer systems programmer, danger was not in the job description. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Choctaw city employees receive stipend, no raise
Local municipalities begin prep for new fiscal years
by Tim Farley
All Choctaw city employees will receive a one-time $1,200 stipend in lieu of a raise for the upcoming fiscal year, City Manager Robert Floyd said. Read more
All Choctaw city employees will receive a one-time $1,200 stipend in lieu of a raise for the upcoming fiscal year, City Manager Robert Floyd said. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 23, 2011
After stabbing, Midwest City police review policy
Attacked police officer already back on duty
by Tim Farley
Midwest City police said they are continuing their internal review into a jail stabbing incident that injured an officer and a suspect earlier this month. Read more
Midwest City police said they are continuing their internal review into a jail stabbing incident that injured an officer and a suspect earlier this month. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Choctaw home-building code could be long-term benefit
Front-end investments might reap monthly savings for future homeowners
by Tim Farley
A government effort to make houses more energy efficient prompted Choctaw’s City Council to adopt a new building code that will create a slight increase in home prices. Read more
A government effort to make houses more energy efficient prompted Choctaw’s City Council to adopt a new building code that will create a slight increase in home prices. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Sorrels declares sheriff candidacy
Republican may face incumbent Democrat John Whetsel
by Eastword Staff
Darrell Sorrels, a special deputy for the U.S. Marshals Service, has announced he will seek election as Oklahoma County Sheriff in November 2012. Read more
Darrell Sorrels, a special deputy for the U.S. Marshals Service, has announced he will seek election as Oklahoma County Sheriff in November 2012. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Midwest City eatery hosts charity fundraiser
Old Chicago event raises $12,000 for injured deputy
by Tim Farley
Oklahoma County Sheriff John Whetsel is confident injured Maj. John Waldenville will return to duty sometime this summer. Read more
Oklahoma County Sheriff John Whetsel is confident injured Maj. John Waldenville will return to duty sometime this summer. Read more
Politics and Government
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Midwest City teen dies; suspect surrenders
19- and 17-year-old suspects in custody
by Tim Farley
A 17-year-old Midwest City youth died early today after he was shot in the head during an apparent gang altercation, police said. Read more
A 17-year-old Midwest City youth died early today after he was shot in the head during an apparent gang altercation, police said. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Will Midwest City have to close emergency shelter?
Demand for public refuge areas exceeded supply May 24
by Tim Farley
Midwest City officials will consider shutting down the public storm shelter at City Hall, Mayor Jack Fry confirmed. Read more
Midwest City officials will consider shutting down the public storm shelter at City Hall, Mayor Jack Fry confirmed. Read more
Politics and Government
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Del City schedules general obligation bond election
Voters will head to polls July 12 to decide $6 million measure
by Tim Farley
Aging fire trucks, outdated storm sirens and critical drainage problems will be the focus of a $6 million bond issue that Del City voters will decide on July 12. Read more
Aging fire trucks, outdated storm sirens and critical drainage problems will be the focus of a $6 million bond issue that Del City voters will decide on July 12. Read more
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