News from April 2024
Popular Midland hot dog stand searches for new home.
By Midland Times | Apr 30, 2024
Mikey Dogs, a popular eatery in Midland, is seeking a new location after selling its last hot dog at the American Legion on April 28. The upcoming location will serve as the establishment's summer spot and will operate under new hours.
Midland Chamber visits Washington, D.C. to discuss issues important to Permian Basin
By Midland Times | Apr 30, 2024
The Midland Chamber recently embarked on a trip to the nation's capital for the 2024 Washington Fly-In. Accompanied by the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, the Midland Chamber aims to utilize this opportunity to engage with influential policymakers and deliberate on issues that are crucial to the Permian Basin.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Holds ‘Out of Darkness’ Campus Walk
By Kim delaPena | Apr 30, 2024
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosted an “Out of Darkness” Campus Walk at Midland College on April 27. The walk supported survivors of suicide and encouraged students to seek help when needed.
Legacy High School reveals 2024 football schedules
By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 30, 2024
Midland Legacy High School unveiled the 2024 schedules for its Varsity, Junior Varsity (JV), and Freshman teams in an X post on April 25.
Midland PD's Phillips: 'I got more training here in Midland than the two other departments I've been a part of'
By Midland Times | Apr 30, 2024
Midland police officer Tyniqua Phillips has praised her law enforcement agency, describing it as "a great department" due to "all the resources that it has." Phillips, who joined the department in late 2023, currently boasts four years of crime-fighting experience.
Miranda Lambert to headline ‘Music on the Diamond’ concert at Momentum Bank Ballpark
By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 30, 2024
The Midland RockHounds announced that three-time GRAMMY Award-winner Miranda Lambert will perform live in concert at Momentum Bank Ballpark on June 29. The announcement was made in an April 22 press release.
George Lopez Announces Tour Stop at WNPAC
By Midland Times | Apr 30, 2024
Grammy-nominated comedian, actor, and TV host George Lopez is set to bring his ALLRIIIIGHHTTT, TEXAS! Tour to the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Lopez, known for his illustrious career spanning television, film, stand-up comedy, and late-night television, has paved the way for Latino comics by embracing his ethnicity and confronting racial stereotypes.Lopez's latest project, Lopez vs Lopez, a multi-camera comedy series for NBC, features his real-life daughter, Mayan Lopez. The show, which has been renewed for a second season, delves into a...
Government events this May in Midland County
By Midland Times | Apr 30, 2024
The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this month.
Mission Agape Seeks Funding for New Food Pantry Building
By Kim delaPena | Apr 29, 2024
Mission Agape, a food pantry in Midland, announced a capital campaign to fund a new building on Thomason and Midland Drive. The non-profit addresses hunger issues in Midland and surrounding counties.
Endeavor Energy Resources deemed largest sale tracked by Enverus
By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 29, 2024
Enverus Intelligence Research (EIR), a subsidiary of Enverus, an energy-dedicated software as a service company, has released its summary of the first quarter of 2024 upstream mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity.
Median house prices increase in Odessa, Midland
By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 29, 2024
The Texas Realtor’s Texas Quarterly Housing Report, released on April 24, discovered shifts in market dynamics with increased supply and rising median house prices. Odessa and Midland were included in the report, accounting for the largest increase in prices.
One Accord for Kids hosts launch event for Heart Gallery of West Texas
By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 29, 2024
One Accord for Kids, a community development organization dedicated to supporting the West Texas foster system, celebrated the expansion of the Heart Gallery of West Texas with a launch event on April 22.
Beal Foundation donating $10 million to improve namesake park
By Midland Times | Apr 29, 2024
The Midland City Council has approved an authorization that will allow the city to receive a $10 million donation from The Beal Foundation. This funding is intended to support the construction and installation of improvements at Beal Park. The project, which is expected to be completed in three phases, will see portions of the donation accepted at each stage.
Texas law protects organ transplant rights for disabled individuals
By Kim delaPena | Apr 29, 2024
Individuals with disabilities in Texas faced potential denial of life-saving organ transplants due to their disability. Midlander Kathleen Kirwan-Haynie helped champion Daniel's Law, or House Bill 119, a bill designed to protect the right of disabled individuals to access the organ transplant list. The legislation took effect in January 2022.
Collapsed sewer manhole endangered public health in Midland Draw
By Midland Times | Apr 29, 2024
The Midland Utilities Department was compelled to contract for emergency work following the collapse of a sewer manhole in front of Home Depot. This incident brought the sewer system to the verge of overflowing in the Midland Draw area.
Midland Development Corporation approves lease agreement for rocket production site
By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 29, 2024
The Midland Development Corporation (MDC) approved a lease agreement for Castelion Corporation to build a rocket production and testing site in Midland. The board voted to approve the agreement during a meeting on April 25.
Entertainment events this May in Midland County
By Midland Times | Apr 29, 2024
Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this month.
Midland honors similarly named band with proclamation before concert
By Midland Times | Apr 28, 2024
The city of Midland paid tribute to the country music group, also named Midland, by presenting them with a key to the city on April 26. The Mayor of Midland, Lori Blong, handed over the key to the trio - Mark Wystrach, Jess Carson, and Cameron Duddy - in a ceremony at Centennial Park. This event took place before the band's performance at Hacienda Events Center.
Family & kids events this week in Midland County: April 28 - May 4
By Midland Times | Apr 28, 2024
Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this week.
Midland College students hope to become healthcare practitioners in rural West Texas
By Midland Times | Apr 28, 2024
West Texas, known for its thriving oil and gas sector, particularly in the Permian Basin, also encompasses vast rural areas outside of the Midland region. These regions are still grappling with a lack of healthcare services.