City of Midland
Recent News About City of Midland
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Midland restaurant owner: Curbside Bistro restaurant name comes from a ‘food truck’ and ‘little restaurant’ idea
Alejandro Barrientos, a Midland restaurant owner, said that the name Curbside Bistro stemmed from the food truck concept before the pandemic, and he described how it reflected the historical notion of homemade meals offered at set prices, resembling early dining experiences. Barrientos was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Remembering an American Matriarch: Barbara Pierce Bush's Legacy Honored on her death Anniversary (April 17)
Barbara Bush died on April 17, 2018, in her Houston home at the age of 92.
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Midland restaurant owner: Seeing a grill worker 'having a blast' inside a food truck was an inspiration
Alejandro Barrientos, a Midland restaurant owner, said he found inspiration in witnessing the joy and dedication of a girl working tirelessly on a grill despite the scorching heat at a bustling chicken and waffle place. Barrientos was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Midland College Pre-K Academy receives $6,000 grant for Literacy Initiative
The Midland College Pre-K Academy has received a donation of $6,000 from the Midland Education Foundation to support its Literacy Initiative. The grant was presented on April 12.
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Local Government Meetings today in Midland County
Midland County Local Government Meetings today.
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Midland restaurant owner: ‘We just sold pulled pork sandwiches out of the car’
Alejandro Barrientos, a Midland restaurant owner, said he began his culinary journey while still working, initially experimenting with barbecue, which eventually led him to catering events for friends and colleagues before venturing into the restaurant business. Barrientos was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Government events this week in Midland County: April 14-20
The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.
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Midland influencer and filmmaker: Filming ‘Write Me a Love Story’ took ‘nine days, 3600 miles, eight states, five different filming locations’
Kevin Dawson, an influencer, author, and filmmaker, said the filming of "Write Me a Love Story" entailed extensive travel and diverse filming locations. Dawson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Midland influencer: A local lake will get a ‘flood study to minimize flooding impact in the neighborhood’
Kevin Dawson, the influencer behind the Maybe in Midland-Odessa Facebook group, said the local lake area development plans prioritize a thorough flood study to minimize the potential impact on surrounding properties and to make new developments. Dawson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Keep Midland Beautiful announces City-County Trash Off
Keep Midland Beautiful (KMB) announced the first ever City-County Trash Off and are partnering with Midland County and the City of Midland. KMB announced the event in a press release from April 3.
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Midland influencer: Diversifying Midland-Odessa to ‘75% oil and gas, 25% other’ can lead to a ‘more robust economy’
Kevin Dawson, the influencer behind the Maybe in Midland-Odessa Facebook group, said that a diversified economy could lead to a more resilient future, albeit requiring strategic alignment of skill sets and competitiveness in wages. Dawson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Texas Chapter of Space Force Association to join meet and greet event
The Texas Chapter of the Space Force Association (SFA) is set to make its debut in Midland on April 11, with an event aimed at promoting and developing the aerospace industry in the region. The event, hosted at Second Story Coworking, located at 223 W. Wall Suite 200, is scheduled to commence at 5 p.m. and is open to the public, free of charge.
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The Preserve is set to redefine Midland’s landscape
A project is underway in the heart of Midland to create a green space unlike anything the city has seen. Developers of The Preserve say the new 178-acre development will be transformative, and describe it as a blend of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and retail experiences.
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Boys and Girls Club of Midland partners with Code Ninjas to expand coding education
The Boys and Girls Club of Midland (BGCPB) has announced a new partnership with Midland's Code Ninja, a kid’s coding franchise.
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Midland ISD transportation department assists Fort Stockton ISD students
Over the weekend, members of the Midland ISD transportation department provided assistance when a bus carrying students from Fort Stockton ISD encountered mechanical issues on the highway. MISD staff members Mable Blake, Larry Sullivan, and Rosa Lucio collaborated to ensure the students' safety and timely arrival at their destination.
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Midland influencer: The Maybe In Midland-Odessa ‘page has evolved with me as I've evolved’
Kevin Dawson, the influencer behind the Maybe in Midland-Odessa Facebook group, said that his transition from anonymity to prominence mirrored the evolution of the platform, which now facilitates significant opportunities and connections within the community. Dawson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Midland Memorial Hospital recognized among top healthcare places to work
Midland Memorial Hospital (MMH) was recognized as one of the top places to work in healthcare for 2024, according to Becker's Healthcare. The list, comprising 150 healthcare organizations across the nation, recognizes institutions that prioritize workplace excellence.
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Meet Zoo Midland Project Coordinator Charles Harrington
Zoo Midland Project Coordinator Charles Harrington discusses his position and inspirations for Zoo Midland in an interview with Midland Times.
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Midland influencer: A ‘grassroots campaign’ run by students got ‘Chipotle to come open up in Lubbock’
Kevin Dawson, the influencer behind the Maybe in Midland-Odessa Facebook group, said his growing fondness for Chipotle burritos after going with a childhood friend spurred a grassroots campaign to bring the chain to their area. Dawson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
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Midland Development Corporation board meeting recap: April 8
The Midland Development Corporation (MDC) held a board meeting on April 8 at 10 a.m.