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City of Midland purchases annual supply of ready-mix concrete

Midland City Council has approved the execution of an agreement with 4J Concrete, LLC (doing business as Jordan Concrete) for an annual supply of concrete.

Midland, TX · 27d

KMID ABC Big 2 News

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Early voting in Ector County: Everything you need to know

Early voting for the upcoming election in Ector County, Texas, is scheduled to begin on Monday, October 19.

Ector County, TX · 28d

The El Paso Times

'No Kings' protests planned in Texas this weekend. See locations, time

"No Kings" protests are taking place across Texas this weekend where organizers are shifting the focus to encouraging voter participation ahead of the November midterm elections. Demonstrations and voter outreach events organized under the theme "No Kings: Vote Early," are scheduled on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18. Rallies are expected to bring participants to cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, El Paso and Midland, along with several smaller Texas communities. While previous demonstrations largely focused on opposition to President Donald Trump's administration, this weekend's events will also emphasize voter education, early voting and election participation, according to the "No Kings" website. "It's a day of nonpartisan voter participation, being in community with each other, and making sure every eligible voter has a plan, knows their options, and is ready to make their voice count," the website states. The events come just two days before early voting begins in Texas on Monday, Oct. 19. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. "No Kings" protest locations Dozens of "No Kings" events are scheduled across Texas this weekend. Organizers have created an interactive map allowing residents to search for demonstrations and voter outreach events. You can visit the official No Kings event map to find

Texas · 27d

Midland Reporter-Telegram

Midland sees flooded streets, rescued drivers

Heavy rain created flash flood conditions around several parts of Midland on Oct. 15, closing roads, stranding vehicles, and resulting in several rescues.

Midland, TX · 27d

KMID ABC Big 2 News

Report storm damage in Midland County via iSTAT survey

Midland County Emergency Management is urging residents and business owners to report storm-related damage through the iSTAT online survey to help officials assess community needs.

Midland County, TX · 26d

Midland Reporter-Telegram

Trial to remove Midland County Judge Terry Johnson reset for Nov. 16

Midland County Judge Terry Johnson’s removal trial has been rescheduled in the 238th Judicial District Court.

Midland County, TX · 26d

KMID ABC Big 2 News

New $2.9 million road expansion coming to Midland’s industrial area

Midland County officials approved funding for a $2.9 million project to expand a two-mile stretch of South County Road 1232 into a three-lane road to accommodate industrial growth.

Midland County, TX · 28d

KMID ABC Big 2 News

New ‘Care Kits’ provide comfort for Odessa Hospital patients

Medical Center Hospital and the Junior League of Odessa have partnered to launch a 'Care Kits' initiative providing essential supplies to mastectomy patients and sexual assault survivors.

Odessa, TX · 27d

KMID ABC Big 2 News

Odessa targets illegal parking and dumping in new update

The City of Odessa released its monthly code update focusing on addressing persistent illegal dumping and an alarming increase in unauthorized sidewalk parking to ensure pedestrian safety.

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Flooding expected across Odessa; travelers urged to stay home

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Odessa Police Department is advising motorists to expect flooding throughout the city due to this evening’s rainfall. Please avoid traveling: For those traveling, reduce your speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front that will allow enough time to stop your vehicle in case of an emergency. Drive […]

Odessa, TX · 29d

Midland Reporter-Telegram

City of Odessa discusses network of 70 Flock Safety cameras

On the same day that Midland voted to remove its system of Flock Safety cameras, Odessa decided to take up a discussion of the issue as well.

Midland Reporter-Telegram

3 Midland events to check out this week, from Chalk the Block to Día de los Muertos Fest

Find Midland events this week, including Chalk the Block, a free tree giveaway and a Día de los Muertos Fest downtown.

Midland, TX · 28d

KMID ABC Big 2 News

Gina Hinojosa heads to Permian Basin ahead of early voting

Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is scheduled to headline a Get Out the Vote rally in Odessa on October 22 to mobilize supporters before early voting begins.

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Midland leads Texas with lowest unemployment rate

Midland recorded the lowest unemployment rate in Texas at 3.2% for September, surpassing several other metropolitan areas while its civilian labor force grew by 1.4%.

Midland, TX · 26d

Midland Reporter-Telegram

Democrat Cathy Broadrick on her Texas House District 82 campaign

Sitting down with Cathy Broadrick, the Democratic challenger for the Texas House of Representatives District 82 seat against Republican incumbent Tom Craddick.

Midland County, TX · 26d

Midland Reporter-Telegram

Odessan awarded $11.3 million in defamation lawsuit

An Ector County court awarded an $11.3 million default judgement to Odessan Wallace Dunn in his defamation lawsuit

Ector County, TX · 10-12

Midland Reporter-Telegram

Three substandard buildings to be abated and demolished

Three different properties in Midland were found to be substandard by the city of Midland, subjecting them to abatement or demolition.

Midland, TX · 10-12

KMID ABC Big 2 News

Odessa voters to decide on venue tax increase, city charter amendments

Odessa residents will face 44 local propositions on their November 3 midterm election ballots, including a proposed hotel occupancy tax increase for the Odessa Sports Complex and numerous amendments to the city charter.