News from August 2023
DOL approves MISD as Registered Apprenticeship Program sponsor
By Midland Times Report | Aug 28, 2023
On Aug. 25, the Midland Independent School District (MISD) announced that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has approved it to sponsor a Registered Apprenticeship Program for teachers. The new initiative will help the school district recruit educators, MISD said in a press release.
NYC-based clothing company donates 5,000 pairs of socks to Crisis Center of West Texas
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 28, 2023
New York City-based clothing brand Bombas has given the Crisis Center of West Texas (CCWTX) a donation of 5,000 Socks to distribute to those in need. The CCWTX joins Bomba's network of more than 3,500 charitable partners.
New MISD policy allows students to keep digital learning devices
By Midland Times Report | Aug 28, 2023
The Midland Independent School District (MISD) said in an Aug. 23 announcement that beginning this academic year, students who are issued digital learning devices are allowed to keep them free of charge instead of having to return them.
Midland County Commissioners Court met July 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 28, 2023
Midland County Commissioners Court met Thursday, July 27
Kinetik Holdings announces leadership promotions
By Midland Times Report | Aug 28, 2023
Midstream company Kinetik Holdings, based in Houston and Midland, announced promotions to its leadership team that are already in effect in an Aug. 24 company press release on Business Wire. The three promoted individuals are Trevor Howard, Kris Kindrick, and Tyler Milam.
Cornyn: 'Looking forward to welcoming the 2028 RNC Convention to Houston'
By Midland Times Report | Aug 27, 2023
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) expressed his pleasure that the Republican National Convention has chosen Houston as the site of its 2028 gathering in an Aug. 25 tweet on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Abbott on rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations: 'There will be no mask mandates in Texas'
By Midland Times Report | Aug 27, 2023
Despite an uptick in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, Gov. Greg Abbott remains steadfast that Texans won’t be required to don masks in schools, businesses and social gatherings.
Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Aug. 28?
By Midland Times | Aug 27, 2023
These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Monday, Aug. 28.
City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Aug. 21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 27, 2023
City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Monday, Aug. 21
Recent Midland County home sales in week ending Aug. 19
By Midland Times | Aug 26, 2023
There were 54 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending Aug. 19, according to BlockShopper.com.
City of Midland City Council will meet Aug. 29
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 26, 2023
City of Midland City Council will meet at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 29
Midland County Commissioners Court will meet Aug. 28
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 25, 2023
Midland County Commissioners Court will meet at 9 a.m., Monday, Aug. 28
Ector County Independent School District touts improvements in STAAR testing results
By Midland Times Report | Aug 25, 2023
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the results for grades 3-8 from the 2023 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test, and the Ector County Independent School District (ECISD) is proud of its progress since the COVID-19 pandemic began, according to a NewsWest 9 report.
MISD sets new enrollment record
By Karla Florez | Aug 25, 2023
Midland Independent School District (MISD) has calculated this year’s enrollment numbers to have surpassed the 28,000 mark for the first time ever in the district’s history, a recent Your Basin report stated.
TEPSA appoints MISD principal to regional presidency
By Midland Times | Aug 24, 2023
On Aug. 23, the Midland Independent School District (MISD) announced that Maxine Gonzales, the principal at Henderson Elementary has been named the Region 18 President for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) for the current academic year.
Midland High School Football Booster Club accepts donations for Kidd
By Ashley Haley | Aug 24, 2023
The Midland High School Football Booster Club is accepting donations for the family of Jaxson Kidd, a player who was hospitalized after a collision during a scrimmage earlier this month. According to an Aug. 17 Facebook post, Kidd is currently recovering from a fractured C5 vertebrae.
Winkler County Hospital District holds groundbreaking for new health clinic in Kermit
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 24, 2023
The Winkler County Hospital District (WCHD) held a groundbreaking ceremony on Aug. 10 to mark the beginning of a project to expand its Rural Health Clinic in Kermit. This new expansion will bring more healthcare resources to Winkler County residents.
Murray’s Deli to establish second location in Midland
By Karla Florez | Aug 24, 2023
Murray’s Deli, based in Midland, confirmed plans to open a new location at the Bush Tennis Center this fall, a CBS7 report stated.
Midland Police Department to host National Night Out on Oct. 3
By Midland Times Report | Aug 24, 2023
The Midland Police Department (MPD) will host its National Night Out celebration on Oct. 3 and is inviting the city neighborhoods to participate. The citywide event will be from 5 to 9 p.m., according to a press release.
Local firm Bergman Marketing offers advice aimed at growing businesses
By Gregory Burnett | Aug 24, 2023
Bergman Marketing is dedicated to helping Midland business owners grow their operations and improve their brand's presence. Founder Rick Bergman recently sat down for an interview to provide insight into his company and its available services.