Midland Times

News from February 2025


The Preserve to bring natural recreation to Midland

The Preserve, a large-scale mixed-use development set to break ground in early 2025, will bring retail, office spaces, dining, and natural recreational areas to Midland. To be built on the former Nueva Vista Golf Club site, nearly half of the space will be dedicated to parks, open areas, and natural features.



Midland firefighters rescue baby from structure fire

The Midland Fire Department (MFD) successfully rescued a baby from a structure fire in the early morning hours of February 19.


Construction of bus lane at Santa Rita Elementary underway

The construction of a bus lane at Santa Rita Elementary has been disclosed through a filing with a state regulatory agency.


Midland ISD highlights National FFA Week

Midland Independent School District (ISD) is observing National FFA Week by emphasizing the influence of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization on students, agriculture, and local communities.


Local Government Meeting today in Midland County

Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!


City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Feb. 18

City of Midland Planning and Zoning Commission met Tuesday, Feb. 18


Midland County Commissioners Court met Feb. 18

Midland County Commissioners Court met Tuesday, Feb. 18


Theresa Caputo brings live show to Wagner Noël

For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo, widely recognized as the Long Island Medium and star of the Lifetime Series "Raising Spirits," has been known for her ability to connect with audiences.


Michael Feinstein pays tribute to Tony Bennett at Midland College

Midland College is set to host an evening of music featuring Michael Feinstein in a tribute to Tony Bennett, with the event scheduled for March 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center.


Irish music & dance sensation returns to US stages in 2025

After a successful Off-Broadway debut last season, "A Taste of Ireland ― The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" is set to return to stages across the United States in 2025.


Rob Schneider announces live performances in multiple states

Rob Schneider is set to perform live across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas.


Bobby Pulido announces farewell tour at Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center

Bobby Pulido is set to begin his new tour, "Por La Puerta Grande," marking a final farewell as he concludes a career spanning over 30 years in the music industry.


Greg Snow appointed as new chief of Midland Police Department

The City of Midland has announced that Greg Snow will take on the role of chief of the Midland Police Department.


Midland College hosts lecture by Dr. Abraham Verghese on healthcare challenges

Midland College has announced the next event in its Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series, which will feature Dr. Abraham Verghese, a well-known physician and author from Stanford University.


MPD to participate in Lubbock career fair

The Midland Police Department (MPD) is set to participate in a career fair in Lubbock on February 19.


City opens warming stations ahead of upcoming round of cold weather

The City of Midland has announced the opening of four "cold weather warming centers" in anticipation of an upcoming cold weather front.


MFD battles third weekend fire of year

The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to a structure fire on the east side of the city on February 16.


West Texas FC inks leading scorer Marques as team's first signing of upcoming season

West Texas FC has announced Antoine Marques as the team’s first signing for the 2025 National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) season, according to a Facebook post.


Diamondback Energy buys subsidiaries of Double Eagle

Diamondback Energy has announced the acquisition of several Double Eagle IV Midco, LLC consortiums for $3 billion and 6.9 million shares of stock.