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MISD releases statement regarding regarding books that concern parents

A recent board meeting of the Midland Independent School District (MISD) turned contentious as several parents voiced their concerns during the public forum about certain books they deemed questionable. Although the recording of the meeting uploaded to MISD's YouTube account has been muted, the district issued a statement addressing the parents' concerns.

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Motorcyclist seriously injured when struck by SUV near Air and Space Port

A motorcyclist suffered severe injuries after being hit by an SUV near Midland International Air and Space Port on Thursday evening, as reported by the Midland Police Department.

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Midland Police report motorist faces new charge in juvenile pedestrian's death

A motorist implicated in a hit-and-run incident on Thursday in southeast Midland is set to face an additional charge following the death of the 10-year-old victim, as reported by the Midland Police Department. The juvenile passed away on Friday morning.


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Man shot while driving on Devonian Drive in Midland

An 18-year-old man was shot while driving on Devonian Drive in the early hours of Saturday, as reported by the Midland Police Department. The injuries he sustained were not life-threatening.


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City of Midland Reports Record Sales Tax Collection

The City of Midland reported receiving a record sales tax collection for any month.


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Flags lowered to half-staff in honor of late Councilman Dan Corrales

The City of Midland revealed that Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued an authorization to lower the flags of the State of Texas and the United States of America to half-staff as a mark of respect and tribute to the late Dan Corrales, former Midland city councilman who passed away this week at the age of 45.


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Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Midland dies.

A fatal accident occurred on Golf Course Road when a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on Saturday night. The incident took place near the intersection with Culver.


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Midland Police report suspect's death result of self-defense

A 37-year-old man lost his life early Saturday in the northern part of Midland, a death that the Midland Police Department attributes to an act of self-defense. The officers were alerted and dispatched to the 1400 block of Daventry Place at 4:09 a.m.



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Midland MSA reports 3.6 percent growth in employed workforce, maintains lowest unemployment rate in Texas

The Midland metropolitan statistical area (MSA) witnessed an increase in its employed workforce, marking a 3.6 percent growth in December compared to the same period in 2022, as reported by the Texas Workforce Commission.


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Midland County Commissioners Court advances TIRZ agreement and proposes jail funding

The Midland County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on Monday, Jan. 22, at 9 a.m. The court rescheduled their Jan. 16 meeting due to flooding at the county courthouse caused by pipe issues from below-freezing temperatures.


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Midland City Council Recap: January 23

The Midland City Council convened at 10 am on Tuesday, January 23, with a notable agenda item — the vote on the agreement for the proposed Hotel Santa Rita project involvingthe Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP (MDR), Midland Development Corporation (MDC), and the city council.


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Midland City Council approves Downtown Midland Hotel Santa Rita

On Tuesday, Jan. 23, the Midland City Council approved the city's and Midland Development Corporation's (MDC) involvement in the Hotel Santa Rita project, backed by $125 million in private funds from Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP.


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Midland Animal Services hires part-time veterinarian

Midland Animal Services has recently appointed a part-time veterinarian, who is expected to commence work in the forthcoming weeks. The newly hired professional will primarily be on duty on Thursdays and Saturdays.


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Midland Development Corporation approves $169.5 million Hotel Santa Rita project in special meeting

The Midland Development Corporation (MDC) convened a special meeting on Monday, January 22, to approve the master development agreement involving the MDC, the City of Midland, and Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP (MDR). MDR is the developer behind the proposed Hotel Santa Rita project.


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City of Midland addresses water main breaks and arsenic levels

The City of Midland informed the public about the current water main breaks as well as the arsenic levels in the city water during a live stream of a press event.


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Midland set to approve agreement with Midland Athletic Syndicate athletic facility

The Midland City Council is set to vote on a development and lease agreement with the Midland Athletic Syndicate (MAS) for a proposed $30 million indoor, multi-purpose athletic facility. The facility would be situated on city-owned property at the Scharbauer Sports Complex.


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Midland to award a $1.2 million contract for Airpark North Fence Replacement Project

The Midland City Council has announced plans to award a $1.2 million contract for the installation of 8,000 linear feet of fencing as part of the Airpark North Fence Replacement Project at Midland Airpark. The total cost of the project is projected to reach $1.7 million.


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The City of Midland approves resolutions related to Midland Police Department and Fire Department

The Midland city council unanimously voted to accept donations for the Midland Fire Department and approved an increase in the employer contribution rate to the Midland Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund during the city council meeting on Jan. 9. Additionally, the council approved the Police Department Renovations and Central Fire Station Addition Project.


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Midland to award $4.2 million lift station contract

The Midland City Council is set to consider the allocation of a $4.2 million contract for the construction of a new lift station at the I-20 Wildlife Preserve as part of the Wall Street Sewer Diversion Project. Edgardo Madrid & Associates of Midland emerged as the preferred bidder.