News from July 2023


Cornyn: Biden DOJ border lawsuit 'more than a little ironic'

Last week, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) publicly denounced the Department of Justice's lawsuit against Texas and Governor Abbotta bout the floating barrier in the Rio Grande River. On the Senate floor he told lawmakers that it was hypocritical of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as the Border Czar, as they have not dealt with what he called a "humanitarian and public safety crisis they created."


U.S. Sen. Cruz: 'AM radio serves a critical function during emergencies'

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) believes in the need for AM radio, and on July 27 he praised the Senate Commerce Committee's advancement of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. According to a release by his Cruz's office, the bipartisan legislation that he created with U.S. Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) calls for automakers to keep AM radio in vehicles.


City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met July 10

City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Monday, July 10


Eight professional licenses held in Midland set to expire on July 31

Professional licenses expiring on July 31 in Midland are a significant economic indicator, according to the DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit.


City of Midland City Council will meet Aug. 2

City of Midland City Council will meet at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 2


Midland business: One professional license set to expire on July 30

Professional license expiring on July 30 in Midland is a significant economic indicator, according to the DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit.


Midland County Commissioners Court will meet July 31

Midland County Commissioners Court will meet Monday, July 31


Weekly recap of Midland County home sales during week ending July 22

There were 34 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending July 22, according to BlockShopper.com.


Museum of the Southwest announces annual SeptemberFest

The Museum of the Southwest has announced the approach of its 2023 annual SeptemberFest.


July 29: One Midland professional license set to expire

Professional license expiring on July 29 in Midland is a significant economic indicator, according to the DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit.


Permian Basin Area Foundation announces scholarships

The Permian Basin Area Foundation (PBAF) has announced its 2023-2024 scholarship awards, according to a recent press release. The awards, totaling more than $1,190,000, were given to over 400 recipients, mainly across West Texas communities.


Chief Operations Officer at Midland ISD: "Ms. Felix's contributions have been invaluable to our transportation department and the students who we serve"

A Midland ISD Transportation Coordinator has been honored for work throughout the years. The announcement in a recent news release commends her for her hard work and congratulates her on this achievement.


Summer Sunday Lawn Concert: The Croakin' Toads

Music lovers are in for a treat as the Summer Sunday Lawn Concert series begins, featuring The Croakin' Toads.


“Shine Bright, Do Good”: Midland Humane Coalition announces next Kendra gives back event

Midland Humane Coalition (MHC) will host the “Kendra gives back” event on Wednesday, July 26. The Kendra Scott Company will donate 20% of the proceeds to support the MHC.


Mabee Foundation announces $25M grant

On July 11, the Board of Trustees for the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation announced that they will be donating $25,000,000 to the Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center (PBBHC) via a press release.


Midland High School Announcement: 'Dawg Day is August 1'

Midland High School announced that 2023-2024 “Dawg Day” will be August 1.


Marc Williams of the Texas DOT: 'It’s important to work with our transportation partners and hear from the public'

Marc Williams, the Executive Director of Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) said that, with a new transportation draft developing, public input is critical.


Midland could see two professional licenses expire on July 28

Professional licenses expiring on July 28 in Midland are a significant economic indicator, according to the DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit.


Son and Mother graduate from Midland College on same day: 'I admired her motivation, and it rubbed off on me'

Isaiah Ramirez and his mother Angelique Davis recently celebrated their Midland College graduation together after Davis took a 27-year break from classes.


Midland ISD Superintendent attending national education meeting: MISD will be 'shaping policies that will impact the future of education'

Ashley Osborne, associate superintendent with the Midland Independent School District (MISD), will attend a meeting with the Department of Education and Department of Labor and says Midland's involvement in the nationwide meeting is an opportunity for positive change.