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Founders Blend meeting connects Midland entrepreneurs

Local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to network and gain valuable insights at the next Founders Blend meeting, scheduled for 8 to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at UT Permian Basin’s Center for Energy and Economic Diversification (CEED), 1310 Farm to Market 1788, Midland, TX.


West Texas Food Bank updates pantry schedule for Midland, Odessa campuses

The West Texas Food Bank (WTXFB) announced changes to its in-house pantry schedule, set to take effect on April 2. The adjustments will impact both the Odessa and Midland campuses, providing designated distribution days for each location.


Zoo Midland, The Preserve break ground in Midland

City officials and project leaders gathered on April 1 to break ground on Zoo Midland and The Preserve, both being large-scale developments set to transform the former Nueva Vista Golf Course into a recreational and commercial destination.


Midland Chamber Leadership Center accepting applications for 2025 2026 classes of Leadership Midland, LEAD

The Midland Chamber Leadership Center (MCLC) is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 classes of Leadership Midland and LEAD (Learn, Empower, Apply, Develop), as reported in a Facebook post.


Blong: 'This project has long been in the making'

Mayor Lori Blong announced the groundbreaking for Zoo Midland and The Preserve in west Midland on April 1, describing it as "an exciting new chapter for our city," according to a post on her Facebook page.


Aphasia Center of West Texas to host tribute concert fundraiser

The Aphasia Center of West Texas (ACWTX) will host a tribute concert fundraiser featuring Yacht Rock classics and Bon Jovi anthems on Saturday, April 26.


LHS Dolls dance team competes at national drill competition

The Legacy High School Dolls dance team recently demonstrated their abilities at the American Dance/Drill National competition held at the University of North Texas.


MC reminds people they can still register to vote

Midland College (MC) is reminding citizens that they still have time to register for the May election.


West Texas FC signs European wingers Pulisic, Van Lieshout

West Texas FC (WTXFC) has announced the addition of two European wingers, Christian Pulisic and Yart Van Lieshout, to its roster for the 2025 season.


Midland firefighters raise $67,000 for Muscular Dystrophy Association with ‘Fill the Boot’ campaign

Midland firefighters, in collaboration with the Professional Firefighters Association of Midland (PFAM) and City Council members Amy Stretcher Burkes and John Burkholder, raised more than $67,000 during this year's “Fill the Boot” campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The campaign ran from March 24 to 28.


Midland County Hospital District Board reviews financials, approves key initiatives

The Midland County Hospital District Board of Directors convened for its regular monthly meeting on March 27 at Midland Memorial Hospital, where members reviewed financial statements, approved resolutions, and discussed upcoming initiatives.


City recognizes Midland Christian School girls basketball team on state championship win

The City of Midland acknowledged the Midland Christian School (MCS) Mustangs girls basketball team's achievement in winning the 2025 Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) 5A state championship.


MPD dispatch team earns Be the Energy Award for actions during bomb threat

The Midland Police Department’s (MPD) dispatch team has been recognized with the City of Midland’s Be the Energy (BTE) Award, as reported in a Facebook post.


Cornerstone Shopping Center to undergo exterior renovations

A $150,000 exterior renovation for a building at a local shopping mall is set to begin in May, as said in a filing with a state regulatory agency.


MC hosts musical performance honoring Tony Bennett

Fans of music legend Tony Bennett experienced a memorable event this weekend when Midland College hosted a concert in his honor.


Midland County Commissioners Court met April 1

Midland County Commissioners Court met Tuesday, April 1


Dawson Geophysical Company releases fourth quarter earnings

Midland-based Dawson Geophysical Company has announced its fourth-quarter results for the year ending in 2024.


MISD school board reviews TAPR yearly performance report

At its recent meeting, the Midland Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees held a public hearing regarding its 2023-24 annual performance.


Government events this April in Midland County

The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this month.


33rd Annual MPD Awards Banquet recognizes officers, staff members

The Midland Police Department (MPD) held its 33rd Annual Awards Banquet at the Bush Convention Center on March 27, as mentioned in a Facebook post.