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Midland's February sales tax collections steady with last year's figures
By Midland Times | Feb 13, 2025
Sales tax revenue in Midland, Texas, for February 2025 remained consistent with figures from the previous year.
Midland finalizes pension fund agreement, securing firefighters’ retirement
By Midland Times | Feb 13, 2025
City leaders in Midland have reached a final agreement with local firefighters and the Midland Firemen’s Relief and Retirement Fund board to secure the retirement fund for both current and future firefighters. This deal comes after extensive discussions on how to address the fund's unfunded liability, which stood at $120.942 million as of Dec. 31, 2023.
Registration for MPD Citizens Police Academy Academy nears end
By Midland Times | Feb 12, 2025
Registration for the Midland Police Department’s (MPD) Citizens Police Academy is nearing its close, according to a Facebook post.
Local Government Meeting today in Midland County
By Midland Times | Feb 12, 2025
Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 3:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!
Bynum School students participate in Love Without Limits Prom 2025
By Midland Times | Feb 11, 2025
Bynum School students attended the Love Without Limits Prom 2025 at the Midland County Horseshoe Pavilion on Feb. 7.
Future breeding programs part of Zoo Midland’s long-term vision
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 11, 2025
As plans for Midland’s newest zoo continue to develop, officials are considering the implementation of breeding programs aimed at supporting wildlife conservation and educating the public about endangered species.
Blong attends A Celebration of Texas Women benefit for Young Women’s Leadership Academy
By Midland Times | Feb 11, 2025
Mayor Lori Blong attended the "Celebration of Texas Women 2025" event at the Petroleum Club of Midland on February 6.
Local Government Meeting today in Midland County
By Midland Times | Feb 11, 2025
Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!
Oxy donates land in Midland for new fire station development
By Midland Times | Feb 11, 2025
Occidental (Oxy), a major oil and gas company in the Permian Basin, has announced the donation of 4.5 acres of land in northeast Midland, Texas, for the development of what is expected to be the city's 12th fire station.
Hunter Haynie joins Centers for Children and Families as Development Director
By Kim delaPena | Feb 11, 2025
Centers for Children and Families has named Midland native Hunter Haynie as its new Development Director. Haynie brings experience from previous roles at United Way of Midland and Midland College. In his new position, he will work to expand community engagement, donor support, and event coordination.
MFD battles two weekend fires, no injuries reported
By Midland Times | Feb 10, 2025
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to two structure fires over the weekend, as reported on its Facebook page.
Government events this week in Midland County: Feb. 9-15
By Midland Times | Feb 10, 2025
The following events are scheduled to take place in Midland County this week.
Family & kids events this week in Midland County: Feb. 9-15
By Midland Times | Feb 9, 2025
Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Midland County this week.
Religious meetings this week in Midland County: Feb. 9-15
By Midland Times | Feb 9, 2025
The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Midland County this week.
Record warmth gives way to cooler weather, chance of rain this week
By Midland Times | Feb 9, 2025
The warm weather from the past week has transitioned to cooler temperatures.
Entertainment events this week in Midland County: Feb. 9-15
By Midland Times | Feb 9, 2025
Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Midland County this week.
Entertainment event this weekend in Midland County: Friday, Feb. 7 - Sunday, Feb. 9
By Midland Times | Feb 6, 2025
Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Midland County this weekend.
MPD supports athletes at Special Olympics Area 18 Basketball Competition in Odessa
By Midland Times | Feb 6, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) participated alongside other West Texas law enforcement agencies in the Special Olympics Area 18 Basketball Competition, held on the campus of Odessa College in Odessa on February 1.
Bowling for Fur-Babes returns to Odessa to support Grand Companions
By Kim delaPena | Feb 6, 2025
The 8th Annual Bowling for Fur-Babes, benefiting Grand Companions, takes place Feb. 22 at Diamond Lanes in Odessa. The event features bowling, prizes, and fundraising to support animal rescue efforts.
Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary marks 75 years of service
By Kim delaPena | Feb 4, 2025
Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary celebrated its 75th anniversary in late January, with an event in the hospital’s front lobby. The gathering recognized the Auxiliary’s decades of volunteer service and contributions to the hospital and its patients.