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However, the Millers defeated Midwest City 7-0 in a winner’s bracket game. The loss pitted Midwest City against Norman North for a second time as the Bombers won, 7-3. The Bombers used home runs by Bruno and Brannon to secure the win. Junior hurler Joel Davis earned the win with a complete game. Read more

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Jeremy Wente’s name was spelled incorrectly in the April 26 edition. Wente is executive director of Mid-Del Youth and Family Center. EastWord News. Read more

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At the same time, here are a few tips to make those letters more appealing. First, letters should be held to about 250-300 words. We encourage writers to be accurate, brief and concise with their letters to the editor.. Read more

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Reward Schools are those in the top 10 percent of student performance during the last three years, or those in the top 10 percent of schools that have made “high progress” in reading and math. The Reward Schools designation was granted as a result of Oklahoma’s flexibility request from the federal No Child Left Behind Act. Read more

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However, in a previous interview, Ross said he did not believe the city would pay Floyd any severance because the council had failed to vote to renew the contract the last few years. Contracts with government entities in Oklahoma are valid for 12 months, Ross said. Read more

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Also, all letters should focus on issues, not personalities. Readers generally appreciate public debate on substantive issues more than attacks on individuals.. Read more

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As a young public servant, McDoulett, 36, served as community relations director for District 1 Commissioner Brian Maughan. She often was seen in the Eastern Oklahoma County area helping promote various projects, and participating in community events such as Del City’s youth leadership program, DelQuest. Read more

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It will be incumbent on each man – Jay Dee Collins in Ward 2, Jim Ray in Ward 4 and Jeff Moore in Ward 6 – to be attentive, listen and take action that meets the needs and desires of their constituents. Having been elected, or re-elected in Ray’s case, the council must continue to move forward. Read more

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Honestly, I’ve dismissed him out of hand. But recently I’ve been thinking. Who among the candidates is different? Who has not already been there, done that. I’ll grant that Paul has been there, but he has not “done that,” in following the status quo.. Read more

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Yes, this old editor who prefers chicken fried steak with extra gravy instead of nutritious salads and soup will participate in the Del City Wild 5K race. Bear in mind, it’s for a good cause as proceeds will benefit the Children’s Cancer Association.. Read more

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“There was one accountant who retired and he sent letters to his customers recommending they go to Reed’s. I think people know we will treat them right. If you go to one of the big firms, you’re among the masses trying to give information to someone you’ve never seen before. Read more

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Everyone has at least one family member who seems to “know it all.” And yet, I find that the older I get, the less interested I am in the wisdom and knowledge of the so-called “experts” and more interested in what I can learn from less conventional sources – specifically, children. Read more

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Five Del City Eagle football players signed national letters of intent to play in college next season. Read more

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Carl Albert High School’s pom pon squad was crowned state champions for Class 5A in a competition held at the University of Oklahoma in October. In addition to the state title, the team won first place in the jazz category. Many of the Titan pom squad also was recognized for achieving a 3.5 grade point average or better. Read more

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With tax time here, it’s important to file the correct forms, get all the deductions possible and ensure the return is completed properly so Uncle Sam doesn’t come calling.

Following is a list of tax tips prepared by Sean Reed, of Reed’s Tax Service in Midwest City.

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