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BTE Award nomination recognizes K9 unit members who foiled vehicle theft
By Midland Times | Feb 22, 2025
Two members of the Midland Police Department’s K9 Unit have been nominated for the City of Midland’s Be the Energy (BTE) Award.
Group of Bush Convention Center staff members earn BTE Award nomination
By Midland Times | Feb 21, 2025
The City of Midland has acknowledged a group of staff members from the Bush Convention Center with a Be the Energy (BTE) Award nomination, as said in a Facebook post.
City accepting applications for outside agency funding from municipal budget for upcoming fiscal year through March 26
By Midland Times | Feb 21, 2025
The City of Midland is currently accepting applications for outside agency funding from the municipal budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Midland firefighters rescue baby from structure fire
By Midland Times | Feb 19, 2025
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) successfully rescued a baby from a structure fire in the early morning hours of February 19.
MPD to participate in Lubbock career fair
By Midland Times | Feb 19, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is set to participate in a career fair in Lubbock on February 19.
MFD battles third weekend fire of year
By Midland Times | Feb 18, 2025
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to a structure fire on the east side of the city on February 16.
MPD recognizes officers' milestones
By Midland Times | Feb 17, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) has acknowledged the achievements of two officers who have reached significant milestones within the Permian Basin law enforcement agency.
Occidental donates land for Midland’s 12th fire station
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 14, 2025
Occidental (Oxy), one of the largest oil and gas companies in the Permian Basin, donated 4.5 acres of land in northeast Midland to support the construction of the city’s anticipated 12th fire station.
Midland recognizes municipal employees for years of service
By Midland Times | Feb 14, 2025
The City of Midland recently acknowledged a group of employees for their long-term service, ranging from five to 45 years.
Midland County joins city in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 13, 2025
Midland County has agreed to participate in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZ) 3 and 4 to partner with the city to support infrastructure development and future growth.
MFD responds to three incidents within 12-hour span
By Midland Times | Feb 13, 2025
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to three incidents within a 12-hour span between February 11 and 12, as reported on its Facebook page.
Midland firefighters approve pension fund fix, reports strong investment returns
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 12, 2025
Justin Graham, Chairman of the Midland Firemen’s Retirement and Relief Fund, provided an update on the pension fund at the Feb. 11 City Council meeting. As of December 31, 2023, the unfunded liability has grown to $120.94 million, and continues to increase. Graham discussed the steps firefighters have taken to address the fund’s financial needs.
Midland County Sheriff's Office seeks volunteers for Crisis Intervention Unit
By Midland Times | Feb 6, 2025
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is actively seeking volunteers for its Crisis Intervention Unit (CIU), a division dedicated to providing immediate support and services to victims of crime.
Midland County Commissioners oppose efforts to end countywide polling program
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 6, 2025
The Midland County Commissioners Court opposed proposed state legislation during a Feb. 4 court meeting that would eliminate the countywide polling place program, a system the county has used for 15 years.
Midland hosts compliance drive for outstanding citations, traffic tickets
By Midland Times | Feb 5, 2025
The City of Midland has provided residents with an opportunity to address any outstanding citations or traffic tickets through the Midland Municipal Court.
Midland County names new law enforcement buildings after fallen officers
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 4, 2025
The Midland County Commissioners Court voted on Feb. 4 to name two new law enforcement buildings after late Midland County law enforcement officials. The new jail will be named the Gary Painter Detention Center, while the new law enforcement building will be named the Michael Joe Naylor Law Enforcement Building.
MPD to participate in career fairs in El Paso
By Midland Times | Feb 4, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is set to participate in career fairs in El Paso from February 5 to 7.
MCSO arrests 63-year-old male on narcotics charges
By Midland Times | Feb 4, 2025
The Midland County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) arrested a 63-year-old man on January 29 for alleged narcotics distribution.
MPD chases auto theft suspect, makes arrest at Midland International Air & Space Port
By Midland Times | Jan 30, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) arrested a 29-year-old man on January 28 at the Midland International Air & Space Port following a vehicle pursuit.
MFD celebrates addition of new fire engine
By Midland Times | Jan 29, 2025
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) recently celebrated the addition of a new fire truck to its fleet.