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Bill seeks to address high cancer rates among military aviators
By Midland Times | Mar 27, 2025
Congressman August Pfluger from Texas has pushed for the Aviators Cancer Examination Study (ACES) Act to address rising cancer rates among military aviators and crewmembers.
RockHounds hold contest for free tickets to 2025 season opener
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
The Midland RockHounds are offering an opportunity for fans to win four free tickets to their season opener against the Arkansas Travelers at Momentum Bank Ballpark on April 4.
MPD to participate in UTPB Career Fair
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is set to participate in the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) Career Fair on March 27.
Registration for State of Midland luncheon nears completion
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
The Midland Chamber has announced that registration for the 2025 State of Midland will conclude on March 27 at 5 p.m. According to the chamber, the luncheon is scheduled for April 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bush Convention Center, where Mayor...
Midland Chamber helps Mary's Christian & Gift Store celebrate significant milestone
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
The Midland Chamber of Commerce commemorated the first anniversary of Mary's Christian & Gift Store over the weekend of March 22, as reported in a Facebook post.
MC says over half of jobs in the state will require education past high school by 2030
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
According to a Facebook post by Midland College (MC), 60 percent of jobs in Texas by 2030 will require skills that can only be acquired after graduating high school.
Local funeral home undergoing renovation due to car collision with facility
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
Willowbrook Funeral Home & Cremation is set to undergo a $185,000 repair after sustaining damage from a car collision.
ExxonMobil provides MISD $90,000 for robotic program expansion
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
ExxonMobil has provided Midland Independent School District (MISD) with $90,000 to expand its robotics program to third-grade students.
Local Government Meetings today in Midland County
By Midland Times | Mar 26, 2025
Midland County Local Government Meetings today.
West Texas FC signs pair of Australian players
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
West Texas FC (WTXFC) head coach Scott Murray is joined by two fellow Australians on the squad.
MCSO investigates fatal accident involving a 4-wheeler off-road vehicle
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating a fatal single-vehicle accident that occurred on March 21.
Blong testifies in support of Texas Senate Bill 7
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Mayor Lori Blong testified in Austin on March 24 in support of Senate Bill 7 before the Senate Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee.
MFD conducts annual Fill the Boot campaign
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) is currently conducting its annual Fill the Boot campaign, as mentioned in a Facebook post.
Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center on track to open by April 2026
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Construction is ongoing for the $232 million Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center, which has provided a timeline for its facility opening.
MISD students shine during health-based competition
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Midland Independent School District (MISD) students involved in Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) participated in their first area competition this month, achieving commendable results.
Pfluger discusses regional grid reliability with industry leaders
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Congressman August Pfluger of Texas recently participated in a hearing of the House Energy and Commerce Committee's Energy Subcommittee.
Traffic incidents decrease despite increased volume in Midland
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
The city of Midland, Texas has released its 2024 Traffic Crash Report, which indicates a decline in various categories of traffic incidents.
Pfluger leads subcommittee in addressing terrorism threats with new legislation
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Congressman August Pfluger, representing Texas's 11th district and serving as Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, led a significant legislative session.
Midland Animal Services relaunches Rescue Runners program for shelter dogs
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Midland Animal Services is set to relaunch its Rescue Runners program on April 5, 2025.
Blong: 'Mayor Thomas led by example and never sought the spotlight'
By Midland Times | Mar 25, 2025
Mayor Lori Blong announced the passing of her predecessor, Carroll Thomas, this weekend, remembering him as "a faithful leader and friend."