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Midland considers next steps over The Tailgate's unmet conditions
By Midland Times | Jun 10, 2024
The Midland City Council planned to discuss the failures city staff said The Tailgate has made in operating as an event venue during its June 11 meeting. The council approved three Specific Use Designations (SUDs) authorizing its operation.
MPD nab suspect in fatal hit-and-run
By Midland Times | Jun 8, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) has arrested a 36-year-old male they believe may be responsible for a fatal hit-and-run late last month. Authorities arrested Danny Paul Rodriguez without incident on June 7 for his role in a vehicle collision with a pedestrian on Florida Avenue.
Fire at F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center prompts operational adjustments for MMH departments
By DaLeesa Brown | Jun 6, 2024
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to a fire at the F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center, located at 4214 Andrews Highway, at approximately 7:32 p.m. on May 4. The fire, which began on the second-floor balcony, extended into the walls of the former Midland Memorial West campus.
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MAF site of routine disaster training
By Midland Times | Jun 2, 2024
Midland International Air & Space Port (MAF) was the site of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandated triannual disaster exercise on the morning of May 30. As part of the exercise, military aircraft and grey dummies were seen at the airport.
Midland City Council rejects crossing guard bid
By Midland Times | May 31, 2024
The Midland City Council has rejected the apparent low bidder for school crossing guard services in a proposed $839,710 contract recommended by a staff committee. All seven members present voted against a motion to award the contract.
Midland holds public hearing on how to use $1.4 million in CDBG funds
By Midland Times | May 31, 2024
The Midland City Council held a public hearing on May 28 to discuss community requests for the allocation of more than $1.4 million in Community Development Block Grant Funds. Requests for the funding exceeded $2.8 million.
Midland Zoo gets zoning amendment approved
By Midland Times | May 31, 2024
The Midland City Council has approved a zoning amendment that allows Zoo Midland to use a 4.4-acre property at 1507 Todd Drive for temporarily housing animals as they arrive in Midland. The council granted the special use designation during its meeting on May 28.
Ready Midland County avails damage assessment forms for storm affected residents
By Midland Times | May 31, 2024
Ready Midland County is advising residents and business owners who have sustained any damage from the May 30 tornado to complete a short online damage assessment survey. The city of Midland reported that the tornado was located seven miles south of Midland International Air and Space Port (MAF) late Thursday afternoon.
MPD identifies motorist who fled scene of collision with pedestrians
By Midland Times | May 30, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) announced that it has located a male motorist who allegedly fled the scene of a collision with pedestrians on Memorial Day. Authorities said the incident is under investigation and charges are pending.
Davidson attends first meeting as city councilman
By Midland Times | May 30, 2024
The Midland City Council's May 28 regular meeting marked the first for newly elected At-Large Councilman Eric Davidson. Davidson took the oath of office prior to the meeting.
Midland leaders urge residents to Click It or Ticket on initiative's 22nd anniversary
By Midland Times | May 30, 2024
In recognition of the 22nd anniversary of the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) "Click it or Ticket" campaign, Midland City Councilmember Jack Ladd, Interim Chief of Police Greg Snow, and Assistant Fire Chief Michael Cota have encouraged residents to use their seatbelts or face a fine. As the summer vacation season is set to commence during Memorial Day weekend, authorities anticipate an increase in road traffic.
MPD issues warrant for murder suspect
By Midland Times | May 30, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is currently searching for a 54-year-old man suspected of being involved in the murder of a 34-year-old woman. In response to this, MPD executed a warrant for the suspect on May 22.
MPD nab 34-year-old male in fatal NE Midland shooting
By Midland Times | May 23, 2024
A 34-year-old man was arrested following an alleged shooting incident in the 6700 block of Rio Bravo on May 21. The Midland Police Department charged Samuel Omamogho with murder for the killing of John Richard, a 41-year-old resident of Midland.
Midland names Snow as interim police chief
By Midland Times | May 22, 2024
The city of Midland recently announced the appointment of Greg Snow as the interim chief of the Midland Police Department (MPD) on May 21. Snow, a veteran with 25 years of law enforcement experience, steps into the role previously held by Seth Herman, who has since joined the Lubbock Police Department (LPD).
Midland City Council approves right-of-way deal with Permian Deep Rock Oil Co.
By Midland Times | May 21, 2024
The Midland City Council has granted a 10-year right-of-way license to Permian Deep Rock Oil Co. for the use of city-owned property at the Executive Airpark.
Willis Electric awarded $500,000 on-call traffic signal contract by Midland
By Midland Times | May 20, 2024
Willis Electric has secured another contract from the city of Midland, emerging as the sole bidder for the Traffic Operation Division's On-Call Traffic Signal Contract. The Midland City Council has approved this contract, which is not to exceed $500,000.
Midland spends $128,415 for fencing at landfill
By Midland Times | May 20, 2024
The Midland City Council has sanctioned the installation of litter net fencing at a landfill, a project that is set to cost $128,415. This measure aims to prevent trash from being blown out of the landfill.
Midland Planning Commission considers retail plat request
By Midland Times | May 20, 2024
Fierce Property Investments Inc. has expressed interest in preparing for future retail and fast-food development on a property located on North State Highway 349.
Midland police arrest man following west Midland apartment complex incident
By Midland Times | May 18, 2024
An incident allegedly occurred at a West Midland apartment complex on the morning of May 17, leading to the arrest of a 33-year-old man. The Midland Police Department apprehended Pete Gonzalez and charged him with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon/Family Violence. This followed claims that he had threatened a woman and three children at Northridge Courts Apartments, located in the 3400 block of West Wadley Avenue.
Blong: 'During National Police Memorial week and always, I stand with our law enforcement community'
By Midland Times | May 16, 2024
Midland Mayor Lori Blong has expressed her solidarity with the law enforcement community during National Police Memorial Week, which is observed from May 12-18. In her statement, Blong expressed gratitude towards Midland City Secretary Marcia Bentley-German for representing her at the 2023-24 Police Memorial Service held at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home in Odessa.