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Midland native on track to earn associate degree in 18 months and start work in the energy industry

Midland native Juan Padilla graduated from Lee High School in May, with more than a high school diploma. He also had a certificate in Energy Technology, which was available through Midland College.


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Midland ISD committee discusses name options for Robert E. Lee High School, Robert E. Lee Freshman School

New names for Robert E. Lee High School and Freshman School were discussed at a meeting held by the Midland Independent School District (ISD) Citizens' Renaming Committee on Aug. 20.


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MCPL launches Library Connections initiative to provide resources to students learning remotely

With Midland County students starting the school year with remote learning, the Midland County Public Libraries (MCPL) is inviting them to spend their mornings distance learning at the county libraries during the fall semester.


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Midland's growth leads to school expansion, but new Holy Cross campus delayed by virus

A Catholic campus that was slated to be built in Midland has been delayed due to the pandemic and its resulting shutdowns


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UT Permian Basin offers advice to improve college experience

Students and parents looking for the best college experience might consider staying closer to home for a year or two until the COVID-19 pandemic is not as big an issue.


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Midland College employees bring children to campus for online learning

Rather than leaving them at home on their own for virtual classes, Midland College employees can bring their children in grades K to fifth to work where they’ll have virtual lessons and work on assignments in a supervised place.


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Midland graduate Evie Gandy shares her unorthodox journey and career path

Midland College graduate Evie Gandy has succeeded in her career in part because of her people skills, she said in an alumni profile by the college.


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Midland YMCA welcomes kids to all-day, after-school programs

Kylie Roman is paid for her work at the Midland YMCA. But she gets a bonus, too – the smiles of dozens of kids makes the job especially rewarding, Roman told Midland Times.


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Ten Midland students awarded Bill Pace Cogdell scholarship

Bill Pace Cogdell Scholarship awarded to ten new Midland College students.


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Midland College sophomore Pittman wins 92nd West Texas Amateur

When Midland College golfer and Monahans High product JT Pittman is on the green, he is essentially alone.


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Midland Christian standout baseball player to go to Baylor University

Cody Grebeck, a standout senior shortstop baseball player for the Midland Christian Mustangs announced he will commit to playing college ball for the Baylor University Bears in Waco.


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Midland graduate, soccer player receives scholarship

Hannah Ware, a 2020 graduate of Midland High School, was awarded the Tyler Berry Memorial Soccer Scholarship, according to the Permian Basin Area Foundation.



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Interactive fun and activities this summer at Midland County Public Libraries

After a kick-off event that featured Austin-based storyteller Elizabeth Kahura doing two reading performances at the MLK Community Center, the Midland County Public Libraries have continuing Summer Learning Week programs through Friday,


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Midland YMCA offering rides for teens, child care for essential workers

The Midland YMCA is seeking to accommodate the needs of the community while still maintaining some restrictions related to COVID-19 concerns.


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Megan Ashton awarded Scholar-Athlete of the Year by UTPB Athletic Department

The junior chemistry major and volleyball player has a 4.0 GPA and is active both on and off campus.


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MIDLAND COLLEGE: Energy,Transportation and Industry Careers

If you are interested in pursuing a technical career in rapidly growing areas, Midland College can get you started on your path to success with an associate degree or certificate in one of the many programs that center around the energy, transportation and industry career field.


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Midland Chemics recognize Haycock as Teammate of the Week

Even with no spring sports season, Midland High School still took time recently to recognize the contributions of junior Eleanor Haycock as their Teammate of the Week.


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Lee baseball player gets OSU commitment with viral pitching video

A viral video has helped a local baseball player land a commitment from Oklahoma State University (OSU).


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Yankees 'video librarian' credits Midland College for laying foundation for career

It is a dream of most boys to play – or even work – for a professional sports team.