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Permian Strategic Partnership invests $10 million in CTE center

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Permian Strategic Partnership invests $10M in new CTE center at Ector County ISD, boosting education and job readiness.

Wednesday, Jul 17

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Speed limit on county road to stay the same — for now

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County Commissioners tackle speed limits, law firms and PIO role changes

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YMCA Midland sees surge in applications, long waiting list

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YMCA Midland faces high demand and long waiting list for kids' programs. New expansion is projected to help meet needs.

Tuesday, Jul 16

Kathleen Kirwan-Haynie celebrates 10 years at Senior Life Midland

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Kathleen Kirwan-Haynie celebrates a decade of service at Senior Life Midland, reflecting on her impactful journey.

Monday, Jul 15

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Man dies after pickup rolls over him at Sonic

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Odessa man dies after being struck by his pickup truck in a tragic accident.

Commissioners to consider delinquent tax collection, Project Literacy contracts

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Midland County Commissioners will meet July 16, 2024, and take up requests to approve a number of items, including new Horseshoe rental rates.

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Fatal crash near Bowie Middle School in Odessa

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Two were killed in a high-speed crash near Bowie Middle School in Odessa.

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Odessa fire destroys two businesses, damages two more

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Fire in Odessa destroys two businesses and severely damages two more. The investigation is ongoing.

Midland Fire Department responds to trailer fire

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Midland Fire Department responds to travel trailer fire; no injuries reported.

Saturday, Jul 13

Pfluger seeks to ban EPA reliance on out-of-state data

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Rep. August Pfluger has filed legislation banning the EPA from basing new regulations on out-of-state monitors

Sen. Cruz files legislation against lizard listing

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Sen. Cruz has joined Rep. August Pfluger in filing legislation to overturn listing the dunes sagebrush lizard under the Endangered Species Act

Friday, Jul 12

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City's May sales tax collections at $5.6 million

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Year-to-date sales tax collections are slightly lower than 2023

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MOTRAN urges residents to comment on transportation plan

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MOTRAN is urging local residents to comment on TxDOT's 2025 Unified Transportation Plan

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Midland man dies in fatal collision on State Highway 191

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73-year-old Tommy Earl Palmer dies in a fatal collision on State Highway 191 in Midland.

Thursday, Jul 11

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Midland County to seal coat 84 miles of roads

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Danny's Asphalt Paving won the $2.1 million contract for a countywide fog seal coat project.

Permian Basin Ninja Academy to host American Ninja Warrior Daniel Gil

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American Ninja Warrior's season 12 winner, Daniel Gil, to hosts workshops and meet and greet at the Permian Basin Ninja Academy this Saturday.

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Midlanders react to deferral of vote on crossing guards

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Midland City Council delays decision on school crossing guard funding, sparking public outcry with school start date approaching.

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Midland could see rain this weekend

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The National Weather Service predicts mostly clear skies in Midland, Texas, but storms could develop.

City debuts two new customer service tools

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New customer service tools help reduce phone calls and emails, give residents answers quickly.

Wednesday, Jul 10

Midland Animal Shelter sees surge after July Fourth

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July 5 is the busiest day of the year for shelters, which see a surge in pet intakes after fireworks and celebrations.

City Council defers vote on crossing guards contract, wants MISD to pay

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Council members want to work with Midland ISD on issue, possibly make district foot the bill.

Tuesday, Jul 9

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Permian Basin Readathon to support adult literacy center

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Join the Permian Basin Readathon this summer to support adult literacy and help students improve their reading skills!

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Fatal collision in Midland claims life of 62-year-old man

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Fatal collision in Midland leaves one dead and two injured.

ConocoPhillips contributes $100,000 toward NM fires relief

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The South Fork and Salt fires around Ruidoso, New Mexico, and Mescalero Apache reservation have burned thousands of acres since June

Monday, Jul 8

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Chevron to donate $100,000 for NM wildfires relief

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Chevron supports relief and recovery efforts from Ruidoso fires, including donation to Mescalero Apache Tribe.

Crossing guards, Wildcatter Trail are topics for City Council

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Items on the City Council agenda include roofing for Fire Station 8, groundwater treatment and finalizing the stadium lease with MISD.

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Vehicle recovered from duck pond after accident

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The city of Midland and a local wrecker service pulled a fully submerged vehicle out of the Wadley-Barron duck pond.

Friday, Jul 5

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ExxonMobil contributes $100,000 to Ruidoso relief

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ExxonMobil donation to Ruidoso relief will help wildfire victims in short- and long-term recovery efforts.

Freedom Fountains illuminate Midland's duck pond

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The city of Midland unveiled the Freedom Fountains on Wednesday night with patriotic colors in celebration of Independence Day.

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Mainly Midland: H-E-B military care packages, Ellen Noël Art Museum, McDonald Observatory donation

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Mainly Midland: H-E-B military care packages, Ellen Noël Art Museum, McDonald Observatory donation