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Local Government Meeting today in Midland County

Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!


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MPD invites community to two upcoming events in late March

The Midland Police Department (MPD) is inviting the community to participate in two upcoming events: the Bustin for Badges raffle ticket event and Coffee with a Cop, as announced on its Facebook page.



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City dispatcher earns nomination for BTE Award

The City of Midland has extended its congratulations to Adam Reed, a dispatcher, for his nomination for a Be the Energy (BTE) Award.


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Keep Midland Beautiful provides non-profits opportunity to earn money through 'Trash 4 Cash' program

Local non-profit organizations have the opportunity to earn funds for their causes or upcoming events through Keep Midland Beautiful’s (KMB) "Trash 4 Cash" program, according to a Facebook post.


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Local Government Meeting today in Midland County

Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 3:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!


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Government events this week in Midland County: March 16-22

The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.


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Passenger numbers at Midland airport show significant growth since 2015

The number of passengers flying out of Midland International Air & Space Port in February 2025 was the second largest for the month, trailing only February 2024.


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Religious meetings this week in Midland County: March 16-22

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Midland County this week.


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Entertainment events this week in Midland County: March 16-22

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this week.


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Drought persists as do windy conditions for Midland this week

Midland County is facing ongoing drought conditions, as detailed in the latest report by the U.S. Drought Monitor.


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Family & kids events this week in Midland County: March 16-22

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this week.


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RockHounds encourage community to nominate a Hometown Hero

The Midland RockHounds have initiated the nomination process for their Hometown Hero program, as announced in a Facebook post.


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RockHounds mascot Juice attends grand opening of new fitness court at Dennis the Menace Park

Juice, the mascot of the Midland RockHounds, attended the grand opening of a new outdoor exercise station at Dennis the Menace Park on March 5.


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Midland reports robust growth in sales tax collections for March

The City of Midland is experiencing a strong fiscal year in terms of sales tax collection, surpassing both budget expectations and the record pace set during the 2022-23 fiscal year.


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Midland updates water testing results as per TCEQ regulations

The City of Midland, Texas, conducts daily checks on its drinking water to ensure safety.


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West Texas Together supports Senate Bill 513 to reform foster care system

Ten members from West Texas Together (WTT), a community partnership focused on foster care and child welfare in the counties that make up the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Region 9, traveled to Austin on March 5 to testify in support of Senate Bill 513 before the Texas Senate Health and Human Services Committee.


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Local Government Meeting today in Midland County

Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 3:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!


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Zoo Midland expected to boost economy, tourism in Midland

Zoo Midland, a new zoo being built in West Midland, is poised to significantly impact the city’s economy, tourism industry, and local infrastructure, according to city officials. The project will provide a family-friendly attraction and is part of a broader effort to diversify Midland’s economy and strengthen its appeal to residents, businesses, and visitors.


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City of Midland, Midland County to host 2nd Annual City-County Trash-Off

The City of Midland and the government of Midland County are collaborating to host the 2nd Annual City-County Trash-Off on March 21.