News from June 2024
Commemorating Kenn George's birthday: reflecting on the former United States Ambassador to Uruguay achievements (June 25)
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Born June 25, 1948, in Midland, Texas, Kenneth Suggeet George II served as the U.S. Ambassador to Uruguay from 2019 to 2021.
Tomorrow's schedule for memorial or funeral services in Midland County
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in Midland County tomorrow.
Founder of the 1:11 Project: A struggling kid is ‘in rehab’ and ‘going to be fine’ after reaching out
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Michelle Watson, the founder of the 1:11 Project, said a struggling teenager confided in her about his pill use, leading to his admission to rehab and a hopeful path to recovery. Watson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.
Midland Animal Shelter plagued by capacity issues -- again
By Midland Animal Services | Jun 25, 2024
Midland’s animal shelter is again at capacity.
Adoptable Pet of the Week: Meet Shiloh and Charlie from Midland Humane Coalition
By Midland Humane Coalition | Jun 25, 2024
In this edition of "Adoptable Pet of the Week," introduced are two companions waiting for their “fur-ever” homes at the Midland Humane Coalition, Shiloh and Charlie.
MPD warns of increasing vehicle break-ins during summer
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) stresses motorists to "lock it or lose it." MPD cautioned that as summer progresses, vehicle break-ins will increase with college-age children home and family members visiting.
Gregory Marc Briggs, Veteran of Oil Industry, Remembered Fondly Midland, Texas
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Gregory Marc Briggs passed away on June 23. Below is the obituary.
Isabel Polanco Lozano, Jr., Fondly Remembered by Family and Friends
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Isabel Polanco Lozano passed away on June 23. Below is the obituary.
Midland Resident Gregory Alan White Passes Away at 58
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Gregory Alan White passed away on June 23. Below is the obituary.
Stephanie Ann Ford, Beloved Mother and Nana, Remembered with Love
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Stephanie Ann Ford passed away on June 23. Below is the obituary.
Betty Forsberg, Music Enthusiast and Devoted Family Woman, Passes Away at 75
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Betty Forsberg passed away on June 23. Below is the obituary.
Midland urges residents to sign up for Alert Midland
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Midlanders are encouraged to sign up for Alert Midland, the city’s emergency alert program. The program helps residents stay informed about emergencies and other important information.
Lawmakers question meta's restrictions on political & social content
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) recently addressed a letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Meta Platforms, and Javier Olivan, Chief Operating Officer of Meta Platforms. The lawmakers requested explanations for the decision to proactively opt users out of recommended "political and social content" on Instagram and Threads.
Odessa P.A.L. summer camp ends after successful four-week program
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
The Odessa Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) Summer Camp for 2024 has come to a close.
Congressman Pfluger announces 2024 service academy appointments
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Congressman Pfluger announces 2024 service academy appointments
Local Government Meetings today in Midland County
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Midland County Local Government Meetings today.
Funeral or memorial service tomorrow in Midland County
By Midland Times | Jun 24, 2024
The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in Midland County tomorrow.
MCLA Backyard Bash to support Midland County youth in livestock
By DaLeesa Brown | Jun 24, 2024
The Midland County Livestock Association (MCLA) has announced that its annual fundraising event, the MCLA Backyard Bash, will take place on Aug. 17. Proceeds from this year's event will benefit the 4H and FFA youth in Midland County.
Government events this week in Midland County: June 23-29
By Midland Times | Jun 24, 2024
The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.
Founder of the 1:11 Project: ‘If these women can be tough enough to fight for their kids’ I am too
By Midland Times | Jun 24, 2024
Michelle Watson, the founder of the 1:11 Project, said she was inspired by other parents to take action and now leads a group of mothers providing community support and resources for struggling youth.. Watson was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.