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Craddick details vision for Texas as she campaigns for Comptroller

Christi Craddick has outlined her campaign platform for Texas Comptroller through a series of tweets.

By Midland Times | Apr 28, 2025

City Council approves new TSA PreCheck Lane at Midland International Airport

On April 22, during a city council meeting, the council approved a resolution authorizing $230,640 in funding for the construction of a third security checkpoint lane at Midland International Air & Space Port to help reduce long wait times during peak travel hours.

By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 23, 2025

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Christi Craddick discusses energy, tribute, and campaign in recent posts

By Midland Times | Apr 23, 2025

Christi Craddick's recent tweets highlight energy initiatives by President Trump, pay tribute to Pope Francis, and showcase her campaign for Texas Comptroller.

MPD arrest 22-year-old male in alleged shooting incident

The Midland Police Department (MPD) responded to an incident at Fair to Midland, located at 1115 Tradewinds Blvd., on the night of April 17.

Governor Abbott requests SBA disaster declaration for severe weather impact in Northeast Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has initiated a request for a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) aimed at addressing the severe weather impact on Northeast Texas communities.

RRC nears 100 million digitized oil and gas records

The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) is making significant progress in digitizing its collection of oil and gas records in an effort to enhance transparency and efficiency.

Leaders hail Texas school choice bill passage in House

Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dustin Burrows, Chairman Brandon Creighton, and Chairman Brad Buckley have announced the passage of Senate Bill 2 by the Texas House of Representatives.

MFD responds to pre-Easter accident near MAF

By Midland Times | Apr 21, 2025

The Midland Fire Department responded to a vehicular accident just south of the Midland International Air & Space Port, according to a Facebook post.

Greg Abbott discusses improved education, Easter greeting, and border security measures

By Midland Times | Apr 20, 2025

Greg Abbott shares updates on Texas's educational improvements, offers Easter greetings, and comments on border policies.

Christi Craddick shares reflections on Good Friday, Comptroller candidacy, and Easter greetings

By Midland Times | Apr 20, 2025

Christi Craddick took to social media over a three-day period in April 2025 to share reflections on spiritual occasions such as Good Friday and Easter, alongside her campaign intent for the role of Texas Comptroller.

Aransas Pass receives tourism friendly Texas certification from Travel Texas

By Midland Times | Apr 19, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Aransas Pass for its recent recognition as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community.

Greg Abbott comments on Elon Musk, thanks FBI, and criticizes bond release decision

By Midland Times | Apr 19, 2025

Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently shared opinions on Twitter, addressing topics including Elon Musk's insights, the FBI's role in improving Houston's schools, and critiquing a criminal justice decision regarding Austin Collette.

Greg Abbott shares Easter greetings, legislative update, and Texas job success

By Midland Times | Apr 18, 2025

On April 18, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott shared messages celebrating Good Friday, expressing eagerness to sign new legislation, and highlighting Texas's leading job creation statistics via Twitter.

Pfluger hosts EPA officials in Permian Basin to discuss energy, regulation challenges

By DaLeesa Brown | Apr 17, 2025

Congressman August Pfluger hosted U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Administrator Scott Mason and Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak for a site visit and roundtable in the Permian Basin on April 17. The event brought together oil and gas producers, local leaders, stakeholders, and EPA officials to discuss energy production and regulatory concerns in the region.

Leaders from across region gather in Lubbock for official signage ceremony for new segment of I-27

Leaders from across the region gathered in Lubbock for an official signage ceremony for the first new segment of Interstate 27 (I-27) in more than 30 years, according to an April 16 Facebook post from Mayor Lori Blong.

Greg Abbott introduces historic school choice bill in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced on April 17, 2025, the passing of a historic school choice bill in Texas.

Representative Landgraf supports record education funding reform in Texas

State Representative Brooks Landgraf, representing Odessa, expressed his support for House Bill 2, an education finance reform bill that aims to revolutionize public school funding in Texas.

Greg Abbott highlights Texas education achievements and future plans in latest tweets

Governor Greg Abbott of Texas announced significant educational reforms and achievements on April 17, 2025.

Christi Craddick emphasizes efficiency and conservative principles in Texas governance

Christi Craddick, a prominent Republican, highlights her plans to improve government efficiency in Texas, focusing on reducing bureaucratic delays and promoting fiscal discipline.