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Midland urges residents to sign up for Alert Midland
By Midland Times | Jun 25, 2024
Midlanders are encouraged to sign up for Alert Midland, the city’s emergency alert program. The program helps residents stay informed about emergencies and other important information.
Midland set to award a $4.2 million contract to pave Garfield Street section
By Midland Times | Jun 24, 2024
Midland City Council will be asked on Tuesday, Jan. 25 to award a $4.2 million contract for the Garfield Street Paving Bond Project to Reece Albert of San Angelo, Texas. The council will also be asked to add an $837,551—or 20%—contingency for the project.
Midland Animal Services spotlights new Managing Director of Public Safety Blumenauer, canine companion
By Midland Times | Jun 22, 2024
Midland Fire Chief Charles Blumenauer has taken on a new role and introduced a new companion. Midland Animal Services (MAS) spotlighted the new Managing Director of Public Safety and his canine friend.
MCSO identifies person of interest in May homicide case
By Midland Times | Jun 22, 2024
Midland Crime Stoppers is assisting the Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) in the investigation of an alleged homicide last month. MCSO has identified a person of interest but stated that no tips are needed at this time regarding that individual.
Fire Chief transitions to Midland's Managing Director of Public Safety
By DaLeesa Brown | Jun 21, 2024
The City of Midland has announced a leadership transition as part of its new strategic plan focused on enhanced safety, community engagement, and succession planning. The announcement was made in a press release from the City of Midland on June 21.
MPD to administer test for academy on June 22
By Midland Times | Jun 21, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) will administer another test for entry into its academy on June 22. Midlanders interested in joining the force can take the examination by applying through https://bit.ly/MPDPoliceRecruit or emailing the recruitment division at recruitment@midlandtexas.gov.
MFD responds to large tank battery fire
By Midland Times | Jun 21, 2024
A large tank battery fire in Midland County drew the attention of the Midland Fire Department (MFD) on the morning of June 20. The blaze occurred east of 1379 and Highway 158.
MCSO Mounted Patrol lends helping hand in New Mexico wildfires
By Midland Times | Jun 20, 2024
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Mounted Patrol has extended its support to the New Mexican village of Ruidoso as wildfires continue to threaten the area. Ruidoso is located approximately 280 miles northwest of Midland.
Midland City Council holds meeting for Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund
By DaLeesa Brown | Jun 19, 2024
The Midland City Council convened a special meeting on June 18 to discuss the Midland Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund.
Midland appropriates $500,000 to install a new school flasher system
By Midland Times | Jun 17, 2024
The Midland City Council will allocate up to $500,000 for its citywide school flasher project. The bid was approved at its June 11 meeting.
Midland will spend $863,560 on refuse containers
By Midland Times | Jun 17, 2024
Midland will pay $863,560 for 1,030 refuse containers for its Solid Waste Department. The Midland City Council approved the purchase from Roll-Offs USA at its June 11 meeting.
Midland awards $510,299 contract for GPS vehicle tracking services
By Midland Times | Jun 17, 2024
The Midland City Council awarded a $510,299 contract with Verizon Connect for GPS vehicle tracking services during its June 11 meeting. The Sourcewell contract will be for three years.
Midland awards a $6.5 million contract for Main Street Paving Bond project
By Midland Times | Jun 17, 2024
The Midland City Council awarded a $6.5 million contract to Jones Bros. Dirt & Paving Contractors of Odessa for the city's Main Street Paving Bond project. The approval came during the June 11 council meeting and included a $1.3 million contingency fund.
Jogger alerts MCSO to dead body, investigators identify man missing from Brazos County
By Midland Times | Jun 17, 2024
Deputies with the Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) were summoned to the 2100 block of Market Street on June 11 in response to a body discovered by a jogger.
MPD investigates crash of vehicle into residence
By Midland Times | Jun 17, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is investigating an incident in which a vehicle crashed into a residence on the afternoon of June 14. The accident occurred shortly after 2:30 p.m. in the 2700 block of North Big Spring Street.
MPD warns citizens about bogus call made by person impersonating chief
By Midland Times | Jun 14, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) has alerted residents to a scam call in which the alleged caller identifies themselves as interim Chief of Police Greg Snow. According to the Permian Basin law enforcement agency, the message is a scam and was not approved by Snow.
MFD, other departments fight blaze on city's northeast side
By Midland Times | Jun 14, 2024
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) was among a few in the Permian Basin to respond to a June 12 blaze in the 5000 block of East County Road 60. MFD joined the Northeast Volunteer Fire Department (NEVFD) and the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department (GVFD) to address the incident, which occurred in the northeast part of the city.
Midland records 'monster' sales tax collection to end third quarter of fiscal year
By Midland Times | Jun 14, 2024
The city of Midland reported that it completed the third quarter of the current fiscal year (FY) with a record sales tax collection. This achievement allows the city to remain consistent with last year’s record fiscal year total.
Blong: 'We honor the resilience, ingenuity, and enduring spirit of African Americans'
By Midland Times | Jun 13, 2024
Midland Mayor Lori Blong issued a proclamation declaring the week of June 19-23 as "Juneteenth Midland Celebration Days" in the Permian Basin. The week takes its name from the newest federal holiday, which celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.
MCSO investigates shooting incident, 37-year-old male arrested
By Midland Times | Jun 13, 2024
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) arrested a 37-year-old male on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing serious bodily injury charge. Authorities accuse Daniel Rico of shooting another man in the face in the 1200 block of North County Road 1081 on June 9.