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Nov 14

Animal Services Advisory Commission to meet on Nov. 18

The City of Midland’s Animal Services Advisory Commission will meet at noon Monday (Nov. 18, 2024) at Midland Animal Services...

Nov 11

Honoring Veterans: A Day of Gratitude, Reflection, and Unity

On this Veterans Day, we pause as a nation to honor the extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and service of our veterans—men and women who…

Nov 8

Shooting Outside West Side Smoke Shop in Midland Leads to Arrest

A shooting incident outside Mr. Puff’s Smoke Shop on Midland’s west side has left one man with life-threatening injuries and another in…

Nov 4

Midland Voters to Decide City Council Races on Election Day and Voting Locations

On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, residents of Midland will head to the polls to cast their votes in two significant City Council races. Elig...

Nov 3

WHATS HAPPINING IN FORT STOCKTON

Whats happining in Fort Stockton...

Nov 3

MPD: HIT-AND-RUN TAKES PLACE IN DOWNTOWN MIDLAND

Midland Police responded at 12:34 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, to a pedestrian collision in the 500 block of West Wall Street...

Oct 18

WATCH LIVE: @6 Fort Stockton Panther Football at Snyder

Sep 26

Gameday Men's Health Coming to Midland, Texas: Bringing Advanced Testosterone Replacement Therapy to Local Men

Gameday Men's Health is proud to announce the grand opening of its latest clinic in Midland, Texas. This expansion brings advanced, person…

Sep 26

Midland ISD Unveils Renderings for New Legacy and Midland High School Campuses

Midland Independent School District (MISD) has revealed new renderings of the future Legacy High School and Midland High School campuses…

Sep 26

Midland Ranks Among Best BBQ Cities in the Nation

Midland is making a name for itself in the barbecue world, ranking 12th in the nation on Lawnstarter.com’s list of 2024’s Best BBQ Cities…

Sep 26

Seven More MISD Students Recognized by National Merit Scholarship Program

Midland Independent School District (MISD) continues its streak of academic achievements as seven more students have been named “Commended…

Sep 23

Pecos County Commissioners Court Regular Session Summary – September 23, 2024

The Pecos County Commissioners Court held its regular session on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the County Courthouse…

Sep 21

Three Hospitalized After Vehicle-Motorcycle Collision in Midland

In the late morning hours of Saturday, September 21, 2024, a serious accident occurred on the west side of Midland that left three…

Sep 20

MISD's Ashley Osborne to Lead National Educational Talent Development

Ashley Osborne, Midland ISD’s Associate Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, is set to make a significant impact on the national…

Sep 20

Lone Star Trails Elementary Set to Open in August 2025, Name and Mascot Announced

Following the successful passage of the 2023 Midland ISD Bond, plans for a new elementary school in the Lone Star Trails area are moving…

Sep 19

Cruising Northbound on Main Street? Not Anymore: Fort Stockton Makes Safety-Driven Changes

The City of Fort Stockton has enacted a significant change to its downtown traffic flow, officially converting Main Street into a one-way…

Sep 17

A Comprehensive Look at Local Voting-Age Demographics: Midland and Fort Stockton, Texas

Recent data released by the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) provides detailed insights into the changing makeup of…

Sep 17

Midland’s Property Taxes Remain Among the Lowest in West Texas for 2024

Once again, Midland residents can expect to enjoy some of the lowest tax rates in West Texas, thanks to the Midland City Council's recent…

Sep 16

Get Ready, Midland and Fort Stockton: A Rare Supermoon and Partial Lunar Eclipse are Coming!

Residents of Midland and Fort Stockton are in for an astronomical double-feature this week as a supermoon and a partial lunar eclipse will…

Sep 15

What’s Happening in Fort Stockton

What’s happening in Fort Stockton

Sep 13

Fort Stockton Prepares for Barrio Fest 2024: A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Heritage

Fort Stockton, Texas, is bustling with anticipation as the annual Barrio Fest 2024 kicks off this weekend....

Sep 13

At this West Texas church, “the Lord’s work” is helping the poor, not rewriting state law

It was Sunday, July 21, eight days since former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt…

Sep 12

Odessa residents advised to boil water due to contamination cisk at rainbow water tower

Due to low levels at the Rainbow water tower, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Odessa Public Water...

Sep 12

Tragic Collision in Odessa Claims Life of Teenager, Injures Two Others

On 9-11-24 at approximately 5:28pm, Odessa Police and Odessa Fire Rescue responded to a major crash at Yukon and Andrews Highway...

Sep 11

MPD travels to McCamey to help with bomb scare

The Midland Police Department assisted Upton County officials with a cluster bomb scare in McCamey this week.

Sep 11

City of Fort Stockton Now Accepting Applications for Advisory Boards

The City of Fort Stockton is encouraging civic-minded residents to apply for several open positions on key advisory boards...

Sep 10

Scam Alert: Fort Stockton Police Department Warns of Phone Scam

The Fort Stockton Police Department has issued a public warning regarding a recent phone scam targeting local residents. According to a…

Sep 5

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AWARDS $8.6M FOR VISION ZERO PLAN

The City of Midland has been awarded a grant from USDOT for the implementation of a project outlined in the City's...

Sep 2

Midland Fire Department Responds to 28 Water Rescue Calls Amid Heavy Rain

The Midland Fire Department was pressed into action Friday evening, responding to 28 water rescue calls within a span of just six hours...

Sep 1

Health Services Reports First West Nile Virus Case in Midland County Resident This Year

Midland Health Services has confirmed the first case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in a Midland County resident this year. The confirmation...

Aug 29

Odessa is still healing five years after a mass shooting

Rosa Maria and Rosie Granados sipped coffee on a porch inside their driveway, hidden from view. They enjoyed the quiet in the usually...

Aug 27

Permian Strategic Partnership Celebrates Five Years of Transformative Investments in the Permian Basin

The Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP), a coalition of 30 leading energy companies and higher education institutions...

Aug 27

FORT STOCKTON POLICE ALERT!

Aug 26

What's Happening in Fort Stockton

Aug 20

COUNCIL MEMBERS TO HOST SERIES OF TOWN HALLS

The City of Midland is hosting town halls for residents to attend and learn more about things taking place in Midland...

Aug 19

Midland Planning and Zoning Commission to Address Key Developments Across the City

The City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will convene today at 3:30 PM at the Council Chamber in City Hall to discuss several...

Aug 15

CITY OF MIDLAND'S FLY INTO FALL RETURNS ON AUG. 24

The City of Midland Department of Airports is thrilled to announce the return of Fly Into Fall for its third year...

Aug 15

TxDOT: MAIN STREET BRIDGE PROJECT TO START ON AUG. 19

The Texas Department of Transportation will begin the reconstruction of existing bridge class culverts and adjacent roadways...

Aug 15

A Failing System: The Struggles of Hurricane Barrel Victims in Texas

Hurricane Barrel left a trail of devastation across Houston and the surrounding counties, exposing critical flaws in the systems meant to...

Aug 13

CITY OF MIDLAND ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY LIGHTING PROGRAM FOR DOWNTOWN

Help needed to name new Christmas/holiday lighting program

Aug 13

CITY OF MIDLAND COUNCIL MEETING- 🔴LIVE/Archives

This page features a continuous 24-hour live stream from the city of Midland. When the Midland City Council or City Hall goes live.

Aug 12

Midland City Council to Address Infrastructure, Development, and Community Enhancements in August 13 Meeting

The Midland City Council is set to convene on August 13, 2024, for a comprehensive session that promises to cover a wide array of...

Aug 12

Fort Stockton City Council Honors Former Mayor Mike Walling and Takes Action on Water Contingency Plan

The Fort Stockton City Council held a pivotal meeting today, addressing key issues that will shape the community's future...

Aug 12

Aug 13, 2024 Midland Council Meeting

This is a replay of Midland Council meeting

Aug 12

Public transportation growth reported in Midland

EZ-Rider fixed-route ridership was up by nearly 48% in July (compared to July 2023), according to the Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District.

Aug 12

MPD SEEKS TWO SUSPECTS INVOLVED IN STABBING

AUG. 12, 2024 MIDLAND, TEXAS -- Midland Police are searching for two suspects allegedly involved in a stabbing that took place early...

Aug 11

UPCOMING: An Interview with Mother Ashley Colley: A Journey of Faith and Calling

At the heart of Midland's Episcopal Church of The Holy Trinity, Mother Ashley Colley serves as a beacon of faith, wisdom, and inspiration.

Aug 10

UPDATE: Bryce Hoppel in Paris 2024

Bryce Hoppel has advanced to his first Olympic 800m final at the 2024 Paris Olympics after finishing second in his semifinal heat with a...

Aug 9

Costco Coming to Midland: New Location Announced

The City of Midland has announced that a new Costco store will be opening in west Midland, marking a significant investment in the local...

Aug 8

Rising costs and stagnant state funds pushed this West Texas school district to the financial brink

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