News from September 2024
Nurse Blake to perform in Midland as part of Shock Advised Comedy Tour
By DaLeesa Brown | Sep 16, 2024
Nurse Blake, a former nurse turned comedian, will perform in Midland at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center on Oct. 15 as part of his Shock Advised Comedy Tour.
Government events this week in Midland County: Sept. 15-21
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.
Local Government Meeting today in Midland County
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 3:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!
Area Quality Inn to undergo $275,000 renovation
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
The Quality Inn located at 902 West Interstate 20 is set to undergo a year-long renovation on a portion of the hotel, according to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
NASA astronaut gives inspiring speech to area students at Midland College
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
NASA Astronaut José Hernández provided attendees of Midland College’s (MC) most recent Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series with an inspirational account of his life.
Midland College hosts West Texas Food Bank roadshow offering free resources
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Midland College will host the West Texas Food Bank's College Roadshow at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center on Tuesday, September 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event is open to the public and aims to support students and community members with various resources and services.
City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Aug. 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 16, 2024
City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Monday, Aug. 19
Midland Christian School to install new $4 million athletic field
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Midland Christian School is expected to start work on a new athletic field this fall, according to a filing with a state regulatory agency.
Midland College sees a spike in student enrollment
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Midland College (MC) has reported a 15% increase in fall student enrollment compared to the previous semester. The institution announced a preliminary enrollment of 6,059 students, marking its highest enrollment since 2011, with the second fall term still forthcoming.
Midland College student pursues paralegal certificate while balancing corporate career
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Midland College’s (MC) Mariah Whitley exemplifies perseverance as she strives to turn her life around despite numerous challenges.
Religious meetings this week in Midland County: Sept. 15-21
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Midland County this week.
Family & kids events this week in Midland County: Sept. 15-21
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this week.
Entertainment events this week in Midland County: Sept. 15-21
By Midland Times | Sep 16, 2024
Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this week.
City of Midland City Council met Aug. 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 15, 2024
City of Midland City Council met Wednesday, Aug. 14
MISD says: ‘Alamo Junior High students learned about the dangers of vaping’
By Midland Times | Sep 15, 2024
Junior high school students at a local school were informed about the dangers of vaping through a biannual magazine that previews football teams in the state.
Three MISD students named semi-finalists for National Merit Scholarship
By Midland Times | Sep 15, 2024
Midland Independent School District (MISD) has announced that three seniors have been named semi-finalists for an annual academic competition that awards college scholarships and recognition.
Omni Hotels joins Hotel Santa Rita project
By Midland Times | Sep 15, 2024
The Hotel Santa Rita project will now have a new name after Omni Hotels & Resorts signed a development agreement with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP.
Recent Midland County home sales in week ending Sept. 7
By Midland Times | Sep 15, 2024
There were 12 reported residential sales in Midland County in the week ending Sept. 7, according to BlockShopper.com.
MPD responds to fatal accident between motorist and bicyclist
By Midland Times | Sep 14, 2024
An early morning vehicular accident on September 12 in south-central Midland resulted in the death of a bicyclist.
Blong attends Permian Basin Petroleum Association annual meeting
By Midland Times | Sep 14, 2024
Mayor Lori Blong recollected her experience attending the Permian Basin Petroleum Association’s (PBPA) annual meeting on September 12.