Midland Times

News from November 2024


Johnny Marshall Henderson Jr., 70, of Midland, Passes Away; Memorial Service Planned

Johnny Marshall Henderson passed away on Nov. 4. Below is the obituary.


Permian Resources announces quarterly cash dividend for Class A shares

Permian Resources Corporation has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share of Class A common stock.


Cal Hendrick pledges commitment as Odessa's new mayor

Odessa's next Mayor, Cal Hendrick, expressed gratitude to his family and friends for their support during the campaign.


Midland native Tim Jakel raises funds for local nonprofits

Tim Jakel, Jr., a Midland native, has dedicated his career to fundraising for local nonprofits.


UTPB administrator Spurlock to serve as keynote speaker at 2024 WTX Women – Professional Women's Symposium

Dr. Becky Spurlock, Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB), is set to return as the keynote speaker for the Midland Chamber’s 2024 WTX Women – Professional Women's...



Rudy's Bar-B-Q to open location in spring of 2025

A Texas-based barbecue restaurant chain will open a new location in Midland, as reported by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).


MISD to hold seminar on the process on recruiting student-athletes

Midland Independent School District is organizing a seminar aimed at educating student-athletes and their parents about the recruitment process for university athletic scholarships.


Midland City Council and Firemen’s Pension Board hold special meetings on retirement fund solutions

The Midland City Council and the Board of Trustees for the Midland Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund (MFRRF) held separate special meetings on Nov. 4 to discuss proposals to address the retirement fund’s unfunded liabilities.


United Way of Midland Hosts IDD Training for First Responders

The United Way of Midland, in partnership with Senior Life Midland, is hosting a two-day training on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) for first responders and community members. The event will be held on November 14 and 15 at the Midland County Horseshoe Arena, 2514 Arena Trail.


Local Government Meetings today in Midland County

Midland County Local Government Meetings today.


Midland College hosts annual free holiday evening on December 5

For over 30 years, Midland College has been inviting the community to its annual Holiday Evening, a tradition aimed at celebrating the season with friends, family, and neighbors.


Joseph Venzant delivers 3 rebounds and 1 point in Abilene Christian Wildcats’ win over Howard Payne Yellow Jackets

Former Midland High School star Joseph Venzant played in the Abilene Christian Wildcats’ win over Howard Payne Yellow Jackets on Monday, November 4.


Leia Beattie delivers 16 points and 7 rebounds in Northern Arizona Lumberjacks’ win over New Mexico Lobos

Former Midland Classical Academy star Leia Beattie played in the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks’ win over New Mexico Lobos on Monday, November 4.


Which former Midland Times area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Nov. 8?

These former Midland Times area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Nov. 8.


MPD urges residents to practice continuous caution when interacting with door-to-door solicitors

The Midland Police Department (MPD) has addressed concerns from residents regarding door-to-door solicitors, providing guidance on how to interact with them.


Keep Midland Beautiful celebrates Texas Arbor Day

Keep Midland Beautiful marked Texas Arbor Day on November 1 by planting 45 trees at Halff Park.


Midland Development Corporation approves lease, name change amendments

On Nov. 4, the Midland Development Corporation (MDC) unanimously passed resolutions to amend a lease agreement with Castelion Corporation and to update the Economic Development Agreement with Starfighters Space Texas.


Second Annual Festival of Trees to Light Up Bush Convention Center

The Second Annual Festival of Trees will be held at the Bush Convention Center, 105 N. Main Street, on November 8-9. The event raises funds for the Adult Protective Services Advisory Board of the Permian Basin to support elderly and disabled individuals who are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.


Murphy USA slated for development next summer

A retail gas station, typically located near Walmart stores, is set to begin construction next summer, as per a state filing with a regulatory agency.