Midland Times

News from October 2024


WYCB: Multiple Industrial Lots for Sale Near I-20 in Midland

Lots 5, 6, 7 & 8 TBD W County Rd 122, Midland, TX 79703


Shanta Thomas, 41, of Atlanta, Georgia, Passes Away in Midland, Texas

Shanta Thomas passed away on Oct. 28. Below is the obituary.


Sandra Collins, 60, Remembered for Kindness and Love for Movies

Sandra Collins passed away on Oct. 28. Below is the obituary.


Antonia Carrillo, of Colonia Lerdo de Tejada, Passes Away at 74

Antonia Carrillo passed away on Oct. 28. Below is the obituary.


Funeral or memorial services tomorrow in Midland County

The following funeral or memorial services are scheduled to happen in Midland County tomorrow.


Midland grads pursue diesel tech careers through college-industry partnership

Felix Campos, Fidel Gardea de la Cruz, and Royce Knight, recent graduates of Midland High School, have embarked on their careers as diesel tech trainees at Warren CAT.


Midland sees employee growth alongside lowest unemployment rate in Texas

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released new data indicating a 1.2% increase in the number of employees on non-farm payrolls within the Midland metropolitan statistical area (MSA) for September.


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

This former Midland Times area high school standout will be in action on Saturday, Nov. 2.


Blong calls on citizens to assist West Texas Food Bank with charitable drive for Helene stricken city

Mayor Lori Blong is urging the community to assist the residents of Asheville, North Carolina, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene last month.


Blong congratulates city councilman Norman on induction into Texas High School Football Hall of Fame

Midland City Councilmember John Norman has been inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025.


Midland County Commissioners Court Meeting Recap: Oct. 29

The Midland County Commissioners Court convened on Oct. 29 at 9 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Midland County Courthouse to cover motions, presentations and proclamations related to county operations.


Trinity School of Midland moves a step closer to district crown with 68-50 victory over Plano Coram Deo

The Trinity School of Midland Chargers football team moved closer to the 2024 District 1 championship following a decisive 68-50 victory over Plano Coram Deo on October 25.


AST SpaceMobile announces unfolding of its first five commercial satellites

A Midland-based company, AST SpaceMobile, has announced the deployment of five commercial satellites in space.


MC grad credits school’s online courses in receiving bachelor degree

A Midland College student traces her passion for health services back to working with nursing home patients in 2007.


Event designer: ‘Everything starts with the venue’

Lisa Grissom, event designer and co-founder of Promising Projects, said that the venue is fundamental to event planning and mentioned their partnership with the Salazar family to utilize an eclectic, open-air venue in South Midland known for its unique juke joint vibe. Grissom was a guest on a recent episode of the Best of Midland Podcast.



Willie Joe Brown, 65, of Midland, Texas, Passes Away

Willie Joe Brown passed away on Oct. 27. Below is the obituary.


Mervyn "Merv" Hale Remembered for Love, Devotion, and Service

Mervyn “Merv” Hale passed away on Oct. 27. Below is the obituary.


Bart Hotchkiss: A Life Celebrated & Cherished

Bart Hotchkiss passed away on Oct. 27. Below is the obituary.