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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'

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Federal funding challenges in manufacturing site selection

Navigating the complexities of federal funding and incentives in manufacturing site selection and facility planning can be likened to a strategic chess game. It involves more than just securing funds; it requires aligning these opportunities with project timelines and strategic goals. This is crucial for executives overseeing such endeavors.

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Beal Foundation donating $10 million to improve namesake park

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.

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Collapsed sewer manhole endangered public health in Midland Draw

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

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

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this month.

Family & kids events this May in Midland County