News from November 2024


Blong celebrates Diwali with West Texas Indian community

Mayor Lori Blong recently participated in the Diwali celebrations with the Indian community of Midland.


Midland invites residents to Merry Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony

The city of Midland, in collaboration with the Midland Downtown Park Conservancy, is set to inaugurate the holiday season with the Merry Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony.


Registration open for Pee Wee Basketball League

The city of Midland's Parks and Recreation Department is currently seeking participants for its Pee Wee Basketball League.


Midland County to begin renovating facility for morgue operations

Midland County is set to commence renovations on a building it acquired for use as a morgue.


Area dealership owner awarded with honor for empowering Filipino Americans

The owner of a local Honda dealership has been recognized for his support of the Filipino American community.


Weekly recap, week ending Nov. 23 home sales in Midland County

There were 14 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending Nov. 23, according to BlockShopper.com.


Government events this December in Midland County

The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this month.


Honoring a Presidential Legacy: Commemorating the Death Anniversary of the 41st U.S. President, former President George H.W. Bush (November 30)

Former President George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, died on November 30, 2018, at the age of 94 after battling vascular Parkinson's disease.


Natividad Flores Marquez Remembered for Faith and Generosity

Natividad Flores Marquez passed away on Nov. 28. Below is the obituary.


Aurora "Bonnie" Duran, Beloved Matriarch and Guardian of Love

Aurora "Bonnie" Duran passed away on Nov. 28. Below is the obituary.



Entertainment events this December in Midland County

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this month.


Family & kids events this December in Midland County

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this month.


Local church to undergo $1.3 million classroom expansion

St. Stephen's Catholic Church is set to expand its facilities with a $1.3 million project aimed at increasing classroom space.


Lady Rebels basketball player announces she will play basketball at next level

A Lady Rebels basketball player has announced her commitment to continue playing at the collegiate level.


Marcus Steven Luna Remembered for His Love, Devotion, and Heroic Spirit

Marcus Steven Luna passed away on Nov. 27. Below is the obituary.


June Weeks Remembered for Her Vibrant Spirit and Love for Family

June Weeks passed away on Nov. 27. Below is the obituary.


Tomorrow's schedule for memorial or funeral services in Midland County

The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in Midland County tomorrow.


Entertainment event this weekend in Midland County: Friday, Nov. 29 - Sunday, Dec. 1

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Midland County this weekend.


Dawson Geophysical provides earnings report

A Midland-based company specializing in onshore seismic data acquisition and processing services across the United States and Canada has disclosed its financial performance for the third quarter of 2024.