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Texas Freezes Data-Center Permits — and Howard County has a $10 billion Project

Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to halt data-center permits until state audits of their electricity and water impacts are complete. The order requires projects to provide information about power demand, water use, infrastructure costs, and impacts on surrounding communities. That directly intersects with QTS...

Howard County, TX · 10-05

Midland Reporter-Telegram

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Midland panel backs Polo Park lot line adjustment after residents voice concerns

Residents make clear they are not opposing the current lot line adjustment — they want their concerns about any future rezoning on the record.

Midland, TX · 10-05

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Odessa businesses struggle as I-20 construction begins

A $450 million TXDOT modernization project on I-20 and FM 1788 in Odessa is causing traffic delays and economic challenges for local businesses like Los Fabela's Restaurant.

Odessa, TX · 10-02

Midland Reporter-Telegram

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Hearst names Chris Tribbey editor of Midland Reporter-Telegram

Hearst names veteran journalist Chris Tribbey editor of the Midland Reporter-Telegram, leading the newsroom and digital products.

Midland, TX · 10-05

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Monday, Oct. 5 is Texas voter registration deadline: what to know

Texas · 10-04

Midland Reporter-Telegram

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Top Midland events this week include Love Midland and Pink in the Park

What are your weekend plans?

Midland, TX · 09-30

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Star-studded legal thriller ‘Discretion’ heading to Midland County for filming

Midland County Commissioners have approved a filming permit for the upcoming Paramount+ legal thriller Discretion, starring Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman, which is scheduled to shoot along a stretch of South County Road 1160 on October 27.

Midland County, TX · 10-01

KAMC KLBK EverythingLubbock.com

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Gaines County holding public meeting for proposed data center project

A Gaines County Judge, Cindy Therwhanger, announced on social media Wednesday afternoon, that Gaines County will be holding a public meeting regarding a proposed data center project in the county.

Gaines County, TX · 09-30

KCBD

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Lubbock County DA recuses office from ‘double salary’ probe, refers case to Midland County

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The investigation into the county’s “double salary” payments has been handed over to outside prosecutors. Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney Sunshine Stanek confirms with KCBD that she and the Lubbock DA’s office has recused themselves from the ongoing investigation into county payroll disputes involving the Precinct 2 commissioner seat.

Lubbock County, TX · 09-30

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Midland water usage hits near 800 million gallons in August

Midland water usage hit a yearly high in August 2026 with 796.7 million gallons consumed, marking a 10.4% increase over the same month last year.

Midland, TX · 09-30

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Upcoming road work to affect Michigan Ave and Andrews Hwy

Midland city officials have announced upcoming lane closures on Michigan Avenue and Andrews Highway starting October 2, as well as road work near Smith Road and Desta Drive beginning October 8.

Midland, TX · 10-01

Midland Reporter-Telegram

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Layne's Chicken Fingers confirmed for former Andrews Highway Wendy's

Midland City Council has approved the zone change for the site of the former Wendy’s on Andrews Highway.

Midland, TX · 09-28

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Midland residents will vote on nearly $300 million water infrastructure bond

The Midland County Utility District is seeking voter approval for a nearly $300 million bond in the November 3 election to fund a massive expansion and modernization of its water distribution system.

Midland County, TX · 10-01

KLTV

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Lubbock County DA recuses office from ‘double salary’ probe, refers case to Midland County

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The investigation into the county’s “double salary” payments has been handed over to outside prosecutors. Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney Sunshine Stanek confirms with KCBD that she and the Lubbock DA’s office has recused themselves from the ongoing investigation into county payroll disputes involving the Precinct 2 commissioner seat.

Lubbock County, TX · 09-30

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Midland jobs grew 3.3%, ranking second in the nation

The Midland metropolitan statistical area ranked second nationally in non-farm payroll growth between August 2025 and August 2026, following a 3.3% increase in employees.

Midland, TX · 09-30

Midland Reporter-Telegram

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Midland council to consider six-lot subdivision with 30-foot lots

The proposal includes narrow homesites, and one lot needs a special exception before the city council can approve the plat.

Midland, TX · 09-29

Houston Chronicle

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Texas judge denies DA’s request to revoke bond for Vision Oil CEO Josh Cohen

A West Texas state judge said Cohen still had a right to work and that prosecutors hadn't proved he wouldn't pay for the for the services he solicited.

Texas · 09-29

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Lubbock County DA recuses office from ‘double salary’ probe, refers case to Midland County

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The investigation into the county’s “double salary” payments has been handed over to outside prosecutors. Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney Sunshine Stanek confirms with KCBD that she and the Lubbock DA’s office has recused themselves from the ongoing investigation into county payroll disputes involving the Precinct 2 commissioner seat.

Lubbock County, TX · 09-30