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Recent rain does wonders for area lakes

By Midland Times | Sep 14, 2024

Mayor Lori Blong said that recent inclement weather in the Permian Basin had a direct impact on the lakes supplying Midland with surface water.

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MPD assists in cluster bomb scare investigation in Upton County

By Midland Times | Sep 13, 2024

The Midland Police Department (MPD) assisted officials in a Permian Basin county in investigating a cluster bomb scare on the morning of September 9. Authorities were summoned to the city of McCamey in Upton County.

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Midland City Council votes on budget, tax rate for FY 2024-25

By DaLeesa Brown | Sep 12, 2024

During their Sept. 10 meeting, Midland City Council voted on budget and tax-related matters for the fiscal year 2024-25.

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City advises caution following confirmation of West Nile Virus case

By Midland Times | Sep 7, 2024

In light of a recently confirmed West Nile Virus (WNV) case, the city of Midland has urged residents to take precautions.

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Midland secures $8 million federal transportation grant

By Midland Times | Sep 7, 2024

The city of Midland is a recipient of a Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT).

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Blong helps cut ribbon to city's new radio tower

By Midland Times | Sep 6, 2024

Mayor Lori Blong stated that the ribbon-cutting for a new radio tower, five years after a fatal mass shooting in the Permian Basin, "marks a significant step forward" for the Tall City.

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MPD mourns another Texas law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty

By Midland Times | Sep 6, 2024

The Midland Police Department (MPD) is mourning another Texas law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty.

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MPD seeks information on suspected porch pirate

By Midland Times | Sep 6, 2024

The Midland Police Department (MPD) is requesting the public’s assistance regarding an alleged porch pirate.

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Blong recognizes city employee who marks very important milestone

By Midland Times | Sep 6, 2024

Mayor Lori Blong honored a City of Midland employee as the latter marked an important anniversary. Evelyn Mathis, who works in the city’s water department, commemorated 14 years on the job on September 1.

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Midland Fire Department responds to multiple incidents over Labor Day weekend

By DaLeesa Brown | Sep 3, 2024

The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to several emergencies over the Labor Day weekend, including water rescues, a warehouse blaze, and a residential fire.

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Steven Villela challenges for Midland County Commissioner Precinct 3

By Kim delaPena | Sep 3, 2024

Steven Villela, a Midland native and Republican candidate, is running for Midland County Commissioner Precinct 3.

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Midland County Invests in New Law Enforcement Facilities

By Tate Owen - Midland County Public Information Officer | Sep 3, 2024

Midland County is making significant progress on three major law enforcement facilities. This includes a new County Jail, a new Justice of the Peace Annex, and a new Sheriff's Office.

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MPD mourns Dallas police officer killed in line of duty

By Midland Times | Sep 3, 2024

The Midland Police Department (MPD) joined a fellow Texas law enforcement agency in mourning the loss of a police officer. Dallas Police Department (DPD) officer Darron Burks was killed on the night of August 29.

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Midland honors plumbing inspector for saving residents from unexpected explosion

By Midland Times | Sep 3, 2024

A city of Midland employee’s heroic actions earned him recognition. Plumbing inspector Keith Dieterich is the recipient of the city’s Be The Energy Award for recently saving the lives of three residents.

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City of Midland's Purchasing Division earns prestigious national award

By Midland Times | Sep 3, 2024

The city of Midland’s Purchasing Division has earned the 2024 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute (NPI).

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MPD warns of scam involving individual impersonating officer

By Midland Times | Aug 30, 2024

The Midland Police Department (MPD) has advised citizens to be wary of an alleged scam in which an individual is impersonating an officer.

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Midland ISD School Board candidate forum scheduled for Sept. 23

By DaLeesa Brown | Aug 30, 2024

The Midland County Republican Party, Midland County Republican Women, Midland Hispanic Republican Association, and Midland County Young Republicans will host a forum for candidates running for the Midland Independent School District (MISD) School Board. The event is set for Sept. 23 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.