Midland Times

News from July 2024


New Midland actor: I would be 'starching everything the night before’ to do a Paramount picture

Aschten Aguilar, who has a role on Landman, said that costume fittings involve choosing from several options, with the selected outfit bagged with personalized details, that extras often bring their own attire, and he is committed to being prepared and camera-ready for any role. Aguilar was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.


Heather Bredimus announces candidacy for Midland City Council District 1

Heather Bredimus announced her candidacy for the Midland City Council District 1 seat.


Sewell Family Holds Groundbreaking for New Midland Campus

Sewell Family of Companies held a Groundbreaking Celebration on July 25 for its new automotive Midland campus. The firm will add a location at Avalon and Deauville Boulevard.


Dr. Marlin David Springer PhD., Retired Wildlife Biologist and Inventor, Dies at 86

Marlin David Springer passed away on July 24. Below is the obituary.


State Highway 158 widening project slated for 2025

Work to widen State Highway 158 is expected to begin in 2025.


Greenwood ISD expected to begin construction on $12 million multipurpose facility in August

Construction will soon begin on Greenwood Independent School District’s (ISD) multipurpose facility.


Local Government Meetings today in Midland County

Midland County Local Government Meetings today.


Midland MSA records lowest unemployment rate in Texas for June

The Midland metropolitan statistical area (MSA) recorded the lowest unemployment rate in Texas for June, at 2.9%, according to data released by the Texas Workforce Commission last week.


Midland ranks top in best places to buy a home under $300,000

Midland recently ranked #1 in AOL's Best Places to Buy a Home Under $300,000. Midland continues to be a notable location for living, working, and recreation.


Local Government Meeting today in Midland County

Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!


Funeral or memorial services tomorrow in Midland County

The following funeral or memorial services are scheduled to happen in Midland County tomorrow.


Midland RockHounds to Celebrate Roadside Heroes

The Midland RockHounds will host a celebration for three individuals whose actions saved the lives of auto accident victims. The celebration will take place during the RockHound’s game on Saturday, July 27, at 6:45 p.m.


Classic Honda of Midland announces $500 giveaway for educators

Classic Honda of Midland announced a giveaway aimed at honoring educators in the Permian Basin. The dealership is offering a $500 Visa Gift Card to one teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.


New Midland actor: Casting for Landman wanted the portfolio ‘as raw as possible’

Aschten Aguilar, who has a role on Landman, said he felt encouraged by the “raw”, unfiltered nature of the portfolio request, which boosted his confidence, and that he received the casting offer while driving to visit his sick grandmother. Aguilar was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.


Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt: ‘I want to have a Jiu-Jitsu school’ in Midland

Bruno Bastos, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 5th-degree black belt, said he chose to stay in Midland to build a dedicated Jiu-Jitsu school after noticing a gap, as the existing programs were part of MMA schools. Bastos was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.


Ethel Williams Remembered in Midland Community

Ethel Mae WIlliams passed away on July 23. Below is the obituary.


Scott Wayne Tanberg Dies at 75

Scott Wayne Tanberg passed away on July 23. Below is the obituary.


Evelyn Hernandez Apodaca's Passing Mourned

Evelyn Apodaca Hernandez passed away on July 23. Below is the obituary.


Ivy Lyne Claxton, 2, Remembered in Memorial Service

Ivy Lyne Claxton passed away on July 23. Below is the obituary.


Midland City Council opens applications for board and commission appointments

MIDLAND, TEXAS -- The Midland City Council will begin making appointments to boards and commissions in September for the new fiscal year. There are 30 seats available due to term expirations or vacancies.