News from July 2024
Vehicle plunges into Duck Pond at Wadley Barron after accident
By Midland Times | Jul 8, 2024
Two juveniles were involved in an accident around 6:30 a.m. Monday when their mid-size sedan traveled into the Duck Pond at Wadley Barron Park, according to the Midland Police Department.
This week in Midland County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (July 7-13)
By Midland Times | Jul 8, 2024
This week in Midland County history.
Entertainment events this week in Midland County: July 7-13
By Midland Times | Jul 8, 2024
Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this week.
Religious meeting this week in Midland County: July 7-13
By Midland Times | Jul 7, 2024
The following religious meeting is scheduled to happen in Midland County this week.
Family & kids events this week in Midland County: July 7-13
By Midland Times | Jul 7, 2024
Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this week.
Henry Lee Pendergrass, 67, Dies in Midland; Visitation and Services Announced
By Midland Times | Jul 7, 2024
Henry Lee Pendergrass passed away on July 5. Below is the obituary.
Midland Memorial Hospital earns award for meeting sustainability goals
By Midland Times | Jul 7, 2024
Midland Memorial Hospital (MMH) has been awarded the American Society for Health Care Engineering’s (ASHE) Energy to Care Award. This accolade is presented to facilities that meet sustainability goals supporting healthy environments and communities over time.
School events this week in Midland County: July 7-13
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
The following school events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.
Commemorating George Walker Bush's birthday: recognizing the journey of the 43rd President of the United States (July 6)
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States, born July 6, 1946, in New Haven, Connecticut, found roots in Midland, Texas.
City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met June 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 6, 2024
City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Monday, June 17
City of Midland City Council will meet July 9
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 6, 2024
City of Midland City Council will meet at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 9
Midland County Commissioners Court met June 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 6, 2024
Midland County Commissioners Court met Tuesday, June 11
Midland County Commissioners Court met June 4
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 6, 2024
Midland County Commissioners Court met Tuesday, June 4
Midland County Commissioners Court will meet July 8
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 6, 2024
Midland County Commissioners Court will meet at 1 p.m., Monday, July 8
Midland County home sales during week ending June 29
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
There were 48 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending June 29, according to BlockShopper.com.
Permian Strategic Partnership urges community action for TxDOT funding
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
The Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP) called on the Texas Permian Basin community to participate in securing financial support from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The initiative comes in response to TxDOT's draft 2025 Unified Transportation Program (UTP), which outlines a decade-long plan with $3.9 billion earmarked for the Odessa District.
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center to host Beatles-centric show
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
Beatlemania will be relived in the Permian Basin for one night only when the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center hosts The Fab Four -- The Ultimate Tribute on August 23. The Beatles-centric show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., with doors opening to guests an hour prior.
Leroy Smith Sr., 77, of Midland, Texas, Passes Away
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
Leroy Smith passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.
Midland Man, Aaron Rodriguez Morales, Dies at 50
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
Aaron Rodriguez Morales passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.
Unfazed by inclement weather, Star-Spangled Salute carries on
By Midland Times | Jul 6, 2024
Inclement weather did not stop the Midland Chamber from hosting its Star-Spangled Salute on July 4. The chamber spent the entire Fourth of July holiday monitoring the forecast as rain and wind made their presence felt in the Tall City.