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Deadline for Midland 101 extended, approaching
By Midland Times | Aug 17, 2024
The deadline to enroll in Midland 101 has been extended. Interested individuals now have until August 23 to submit applications.
Midland County Commissioner Luis Sanchez Seeks Re-election for Precinct 3
By Kim delaPena | Aug 16, 2024
Luis Sanchez, who has served as Midland County Commissioner for Precinct 3 since 2009, is running for re-election in November. Sanchez outlined his achievements and plans for community development in an interview with the Midland Times.
Midland imparts tips on dealing with discolored water
By Midland Times | Aug 16, 2024
The city of Midland has cautioned residents experiencing smell or color issues with their water that it could be a result of manganese in public drinking water. Consequently, work is being done to address the matter.
MPD locate missing toddler, reunite child with family
By Midland Times | Aug 15, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) successfully located a toddler who went missing and reunited the child with his family on August 12.
MPD search for suspects involved in alleged stabbing
By Midland Times | Aug 14, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is in search of two suspects allegedly involved in a weekend stabbing on the city’s south side.
Texas Rangers investigate officer involved shooting in Midland County
By Midland Times | Aug 14, 2024
Deputies with the Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded to a "check person" call in the 1700 block of East County Road 137 on the night of August 12.
Tanker collision shuts down area in southeast part of Midland
By Midland Times | Aug 14, 2024
The intersection of East County Road 173 and South County Road 1110 in the southeast part of Midland was the site of a tanker collision on August 11. Consequently, the Midland Fire Department (MFD) published a Facebook post advising motorists to steer clear of the area.
Midland spends $1.44M on groundwater treatment project
By Midland Times | Aug 12, 2024
Midland plans to award a $1.44 million contract to TruClear Water Solutions of Abilene, Texas, for the Advanced Groundwater Treatment project. The purchase is part of the consent agenda for Midland City Council's Aug. 13 meeting.
MPD releases academy admission testing dates for fall
By Midland Times | Aug 10, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) has announced upcoming fall dates for the admission exam into the Midland Police Academy, with the first being August 17 at 9 a.m.
Midland police seeks information on July hit and run
By Midland Times | Aug 10, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) is asking for the public’s help in connection with an alleged hit and run that occurred last month. MPD believes at least one person was involved in the incident on Florida Avenue that took place at 2:27 a.m. on July 13.
Midland firefighter pension negotiations continue amidst concerns over benefits, retention, public safety
By DaLeesa Brown | Aug 8, 2024
Negotiations between the Midland Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund (MFRRF) and the Midland City Council are ongoing, with concerns being raised over proposed changes to firefighter pensions, retention issues, and the overall safety of the community.
Midland anticipates second-largest sales tax collection on record
By Midland Times | Aug 8, 2024
With one month remaining in the fiscal year, the City of Midland's sales tax collection is projected to exceed the budget by over $2.1 million, marking it as the second-largest collection on record.
Midland Firemen's Relief and Retirement Fund votes down City's eight-figure bond measure and proposal
By Nicholas Malfitano | Aug 5, 2024
After the Midland City Council unanimously authorized an eight-figure bond agreement that, along with cuts to firefighter's benefits, aimed to bring the $109 million pension deficit into the clear, the Midland Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund board (MFRRF) voted down the measure.
Midland Police Academy graduates seven recruits
By Midland Times | Aug 3, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) recently held its fifth Midland Police Academy graduation ceremony.
MAF to host TSA Precheck enrollment event
By Midland Times | Aug 3, 2024
Midland International Air and Space Port (MAF) will host a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Precheck enrollment event from August 19-24.
MPD responds to alleged kidnapping attempt at soup kitchen
By Midland Times | Aug 2, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) was summoned to a possible attempted kidnapping call that occurred on July 31. The call took place shortly before 10:30 a.m., with authorities dispatched to the Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry at 1401 Orchard Ln.
Trio faces criminal trespassing charges following MCSO-led operation
By Midland Times | Aug 2, 2024
The Midland County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and several other law enforcement agencies conducted a large operation on August 1 that resulted in three arrests. The operation took place in the 1000 block of South Midkiff in Midland County.
Midland spending $1.6 million to replace landfill compactor destroyed by fire
By Midland Times | Jul 29, 2024
Midland will allocate $1.6 million to replace a compactor unit at the city landfill that was too damaged by fire to rebuild or reconstruct. The Midland City Council approved the purchase at its July 23 meeting.
Midland approves buying cart refuse truck instead of monthly rental
By Midland Times | Jul 29, 2024
The Midland City Council approved the purchase of a cart refuse truck for $425,896 to replace renting a truck for more than $11,000 a month. The council approved the purchase at its July 23 meeting.
MPD responds to early weekend motorcycle accident
By Midland Times | Jul 28, 2024
The Midland Police Department (MPD) responded to a motorcycle accident on July 27 that claimed at least one life.