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Fatal fire under investigation by Midland Fire Department

Firefighters in Midland, Texas responded to a fire early Sunday morning on South Colorado Street.


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Midland to host 18th Annual International Rocket Engineering Competition in June

VisitMidland and the Midland Chamber have announced that the city will host the 18th Annual International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC) from June 9 to 14.


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City of Midland opens funding applications for fiscal year 2025-2026

Agencies interested in obtaining funding from the City of Midland's budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year can submit their applications until March 26, 2025.


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Midland Health gives people opportunity to safely and anonymously dispose unused medications

Midland Health is offering a service for the safe and anonymous disposal of unused medications, as announced in a Facebook post.


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City advises residents to protect pipes as cold weather continues

The City of Midland has advised residents to take precautions to protect their pipes during the current cold weather period.


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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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Greg Snow appointed as new chief of Midland Police Department

The City of Midland has announced that Greg Snow will take on the role of chief of the Midland Police Department.


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City opens warming stations ahead of upcoming round of cold weather

The City of Midland has announced the opening of four "cold weather warming centers" in anticipation of an upcoming cold weather front.



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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: Feb. 16-22

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


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Religious meetings this week in Midland County: Feb. 16-22

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


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Cold temperatures return to the Permian Basin this week

A significant cold front is anticipated to impact the Midland area this week, following a period of unseasonably warm weather.


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Entertainment events this week in Midland County: Feb. 16-22

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


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

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


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Hogan Park Golf Course to undergo temporary construction work

The City of Midland has informed golfers about upcoming construction work at Hogan Park Golf Course, scheduled from February 17 to 20.


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‘The Amazing Castle’ exhibit on display at Midland Centennial Library

Midland Centennial Library unveiled a new exhibit, "The Amazing Castle," offering an interactive experience where visitors can explore eight themed areas of a castle and meet seven characters, each with a unique role within the community. The exhibit allows visitors to engage with themes related to community life, teamwork, and connections between family, friends, and acquaintances.



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Fair to Midland hosts 2nd annual Permian Basin Company chili cook-off

The heat is on at Fair to Midland as the 2nd Annual Permian Basin Company Chili Cook-Off returns on Saturday, Feb. 22.


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Heart of West Texas pageant returns for second year

The 2nd Annual Heart of West Texas Pageant is set to bring glamour, confidence, and community engagement to Midland College’s Wagner and Brown Auditorium on Feb. 22-23.