News from August 2024
New Scooter’s Coffee location coming to western portion of city
By Midland Times | Aug 31, 2024
A new coffee shop is coming to the city, according to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
MISD School Board recognizes students and receives update on bond project at meeting
By Midland Times | Aug 31, 2024
Student and staff recognitions were among the highlights of this month’s Midland Independent School District (ISD) School Board meeting, which also included an update on developments tied to bond projects.
Midland County home sales in week ending Aug. 24
By Midland Times | Aug 31, 2024
There were 14 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending Aug. 24, according to BlockShopper.com.
Local Government Meetings today in Midland County
By Midland Times | Aug 31, 2024
Midland County Local Government Meetings today.
City promotes Midland Entrepreneurial Challenge
By Midland Times | Aug 31, 2024
To promote the Midland Development Corporation’s Midland Entrepreneurial Challenge, the city of Midland spotlighted Pachuco’s, one of last year’s winners.
Volunteer contributes nearly 1500 hours at Wagner Noël PAC
By Midland Times | Aug 31, 2024
Marlyn Butler has volunteered at Wagner Noël PAC since 2015, having contributed almost 1500 volunteer hours. Marlyn chooses to volunteer so that she can be around people. She lives alone and enjoys contact with other volunteers and those attending the events. Her favorite event that she has worked on was Broadway's "My Fair Lady."
Tall City Brewing Invitational: Craft beer extravaganza returns to West Texas
By Paige Wagenknecht | Aug 30, 2024
The Tall City Brewing Invitational is back for its third year, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
MPD warns of scam involving individual impersonating officer
By Midland Times | Aug 30, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) has advised citizens to be wary of an alleged scam in which an individual is impersonating an officer.
Midland ISD School Board candidate forum scheduled for Sept. 23
By DaLeesa Brown | Aug 30, 2024
The Midland County Republican Party, Midland County Republican Women, Midland Hispanic Republican Association, and Midland County Young Republicans will host a forum for candidates running for the Midland Independent School District (MISD) School Board. The event is set for Sept. 23 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.
MFD responds to overturned semi-trailer hauling cantaloupes on I-20
By Midland Times | Aug 30, 2024
On the night of August 26, the Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to an alleged vehicular incident.
Music content creator: ‘The trumpet players are the egos’
By Midland Times | Aug 30, 2024
Eric Baker, a music social media content creator, said that trumpet players often develop a confident attitude because their instrument plays prominent, exposed roles in performances, leaving no room to hide. Baker was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
Mayor Blong: ‘Oil and gas severance taxes are driving the economy of the state of Texas’
By Midland Times | Aug 30, 2024
City of Midland Mayor Lori Blong said there is a need to promote the local oil and gas industry, which is crucial for Texas’s economy, and that resources like the Permian Basin Petroleum Association and Steven Robertson from the EPA are great for industry insights. Blong was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
TLCA Eagles Prepare for Season Opener at Grande Stadium
By Kim delaPena | Aug 30, 2024
The Texas Leadership Charter Academy (TLCA) Eagles are set to kick off their varsity football season this Friday, August 30, at Grande Stadium, where they will face Balmorhea at 7:30 PM.
Family Seeks Help to Recover Sold Heirlooms
By Kim delaPena | Aug 30, 2024
A family in Greentree, Texas, is reaching out to the community for help in recovering treasured family heirlooms that were sold during an estate sale held from August 22-24.
Courtney Ratliff Runs for MISD District 1 Seat
By Kim delaPena | Aug 30, 2024
Courtney Ratliff, currently the Family Outreach Liaison at Midland Independent School District (MISD), is running for the District 1 seat on the MISD Board of Trustees. He will challenge incumbent Michael Booker and candidate Denise Norman. Ratliff, who entered the race on July 22, is focusing his campaign on the educational needs of students in East and South Midland, as well as issues related to overcrowding.
Heather Bredimus discusses Midland City Council District 1 seat Campaign
By Kim delaPena | Aug 30, 2024
Heather Bredimus visited with Midland Times about her run for Midland City Council District 1 seat where she will face Bryan Stubbs. Bredimus, a community advocate and lifelong resident of Midland, has nearly 20 years of experience in various community organizations.
Midland College student receives prestigious Oberndorf scholarship
By Midland Times | Aug 30, 2024
Adebisi "Princess" Saubana, a Midland College student, has been named an Oberndorf Scholar by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and has received a $1,500 scholarship.
Palette Club hosts mural demonstration to engage Midland community in art creation
By Paige Wagenknecht | Aug 29, 2024
The Palette Club in Midland, Texas, is preparing to host an exciting mural demonstration led by local artist Jerry Collazo, Jr., known for his vibrant street art throughout the city.
Mayor Blong: ‘We are competing against other cities who are using incentives’
By Midland Times | Aug 29, 2024
City of Midland Mayor Lori Blong said that while she prefers a free market approach, the need to use economic incentives is essential for Midland to compete for developments like a downtown hotel, given the state's competitive landscape. Blong was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
Music content creator: I went to grad school as ‘a performance major, not education’
By Midland Times | Aug 29, 2024
Eric Baker, a music social media content creator, said that after learning from a mentor about the limited opportunities to play trumpet as a top-level band director, he decided to pursue grad school as a trumpet performance major. Baker was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.