Midland Times

News from November 2024


Leia Beattie tallies 14 points and 9 rebounds in Northern Arizona Lumberjacks’ win over James Madison Dukes

Former Midland Classical Academy star Leia Beattie played in the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks’ win over James Madison Dukes on Thursday, November 28.


Which former Midland Times area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, Dec. 2?

These former Midland Times area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, Dec. 2.


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.


Man files lawsuit against oil field equipment supplier alleging they manufactured dangerous cement truck

A local man has initiated legal proceedings against a Gainesville-based oil field equipment supplier, claiming injury after falling from a cement pump truck that allegedly lacked adequate guardrails.


Zhuric Phelps records 7 points and 2 rebounds in Texas A&M Aggies’ win over Creighton Bluejays

Former Midland Legacy High School star Zhuric Phelps played in the Texas A&M Aggies’ win over Creighton Bluejays on Wednesday, November 27.


Midland Health Department provides food safety tips for holiday season

The Midland Health Department held a press conference on Nov. 27 to provide residents with food safety tips for the holiday season. Danielle Moreno, Community Health Educator for the City of Midland, shared advice to help prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure the safety of meals at communal gatherings.


Midland Fire Department offers holiday safety tips

The Midland Fire Department held a press conference on Nov. 27 to give safety tips to help prevent accidents and fires during the holiday season.


One Bite At A Time Ministries provides Thanksgiving meals to cancer patients

One Bite At A Time Ministries, a local nonprofit that supports cancer patients, hosted its first Gobble Up Cancer event on Nov. 26. The initiative pre-packed and delivered Thanksgiving meals for cancer patients undergoing treatment.


Midland Police Department announces Holiday Safety Plan

The Midland Police Department (MPD) held a press conference on Nov. 26 to discuss its Holiday 2024 Safety Plan to ensure the safety of residents during the holiday season.


AST SpaceMobile holding court at New York City conferences in attempt to lure investors

Midland-based AST SpaceMobile, Inc. has announced its participation in an upcoming conference in New York.


Idea Travis Elementary to add portable classrooms next year

Idea Travis Elementary is set to undergo a $650,000 expansion project, slated to commence in 2025.


Local athletes dominate 2024 All-District 2-6A football team

The Midland Bulldogs and Midland Rebels have received significant recognition on the 2024 All-District 2-6A Football Team.



Local Government Meetings today in Midland County

Midland County Local Government Meetings today.


Mary Stone's Life Honored in Funeral Mass

Mary Stone passed away on Nov. 25. Below is the obituary.


Margarita Almeida Carrasco Leaves a Legacy of Laughter and Love

Margarita Almeida Carrasco passed away on Nov. 25. Below is the obituary.


Mariza Zavala De Hoyos Mourned with Love and Remembrance

Mariza Zavala De Hoyos passed away on Nov. 25. Below is the obituary.



City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Oct. 21

City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Monday, Oct. 21