News from June 2024
Mineral Wells receives 'Music Friendly' designation from Governor Abbott
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the City of Mineral Wells has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. This designation follows the completion of a multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, introduced by TMO in 2016, aims to foster music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.
Family & kids events this week in Midland County: June 9-15
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this week.
Entertainment events this week in Midland County: June 9-15
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this week.
This week in Midland County history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (June 9-15)
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
This week in Midland County history.
Religious meeting this week in Midland County: June 9-15
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
The following religious meeting is scheduled to happen in Midland County this week.
Alicia Romero Mena Remembered for Loving Heart and Creative Spirit
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
Alicia Romero Mena passed away on June 7. Below is the obituary.
Brois Gene Worley, 86, of Midland, Passes Away
By Midland Times | Jun 9, 2024
Brois Gene Worley passed away on June 7. Below is the obituary.
School events this week in Midland County: June 9-15
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
The following school events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.
Remembering Katherine Baker's birthday: reflections on the career of the Actress (June 8)
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
Born on June 8, 1950, in Midland, Texas, Katherine Whitton Baker, an American actress, commenced her illustrious career in theater before entering the cinematic scene with her debut in the 1983 film "The Right Stuff." Acknowledged for her roles in over 50 films, including "Street Smart" (1987) and "Edward Scissorhands" (1990), Baker earned acclaim, notably the National Society of Film Critics Award.
In Memoriam: Barbara Pierce Bush on her birthday (June 8)
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
Barbara Pierce was born on June 8, 1925, in New York City.
Fidel Gardea Sotelo, Remembered for Laughter and Love
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
Fidel Gardea Sotelo passed away on June 6. Below is the obituary.
Registration for 2024 Freedom Run currently open
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
The Midland Municipal Employee Scholarship Fund (MESF) will host the 2024 Freedom Run in the Midland Memorial Stadium parking lot, located at 2001 W. Cuthbert Ave., on June 29 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Event organizers are currently seeking participants, and interested individuals can register at https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/Freedom-Run-2024.
Week ending June 1: Midland County home sales
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
There were 40 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending June 1, according to BlockShopper.com.
Firefighters battle north side apartment fire
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to an apartment fire on the city's north side on June 7. Eight units at the Renew North Park in the 3600 block of Caldera Boulevard were impacted by the event.
MPD nab suspect in fatal hit-and-run
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) has arrested a 36-year-old male they believe may be responsible for a fatal hit-and-run late last month. Authorities arrested Danny Paul Rodriguez without incident on June 7 for his role in a vehicle collision with a pedestrian on Florida Avenue.
River Fine Arts to host "Can We Build It?" mini camp
By Paige Wagenknecht | Jun 7, 2024
The River Fine Arts is gearing up to host its “Can We Build It?” mini-camp from June 10 through 14, daily from 10 a.m. to noon at 4400 N Big Spring Suite C38 in Midland.
Meet Andrea Goodson, Manager of Public Affairs for Atmos Energy
By Kim delaPena | Jun 7, 2024
Andrea Goodson has served as the Manager of Public Affairs at Atmos Energy in Midland for five years. Goodson is an advocate in the company for investing time in your personal life and growth, and creating a culture of inclusiveness.
Midland Soup Kitchen Expands Facility to Meet Growing Demand
By Kim delaPena | Jun 7, 2024
Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry is expanding its dining room facility and undergoing roof upgrades at 1401 Orchard Lane. The dining hall is being enlarged to accommodate more diners.
Midland County Commissioners Court met May 10
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 7, 2024
Midland County Commissioners Court met Friday, May 10
Midland County Commissioners Court met May 7
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 7, 2024
Midland County Commissioners Court met Tuesday, May 7