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Bond discussions begin for ECISD as new bond advisory committee meets for first time
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — Discussion on a bond for Ector County ISD began Thursday night as a new ECISD bond advisory committee met for the first time. This kicks off a months-long process that will eventually lead to a bond committee recommendation in the Summer. The committee consists of...
Residents at Odessa apartment complex worry about property managers losing their water
ODESSA, Texas — UPDATE: According to Harris, the water bill was paid just before 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday. On Tuesday, residents at the Wellington Commons apartment complex came home to an alarming note on their door from the City of Odessa. "There was one taped to my door too,...
West Texas Allergy set to improve healthcare services with new partnership
MIDLAND, Texas — West Texans know all about the allergies that have to be dealt with as wind blows all kinds of dust and pollen through the air. However, West Texas Allergy has taken steps that can help it better serve the community moving forward. The healthcare provider has...
Midland City Council votes down agreement with Quality of Place Conservancy
MIDLAND, Texas — Hogan Park was at the center of discussion during Tuesday’s Midland City Council meeting. A decision needed to be made on whether or not the city would move forward with an agreement with the Quality of Place Conservancy. With some residents in favor, “I ask...
Hogan Park project to be discussed at Midland City Council meeting
MIDLAND, Texas — The Hogan Park project is set to be discussed at Tuesday's Midland City Council Meeting for what could be the final decision. Councilmembers are set to vote on whether or not Midland should reach an agreement with Permian Basin Quality of Place Conservancy regarding Hogan Park.
Midland County Library providing walk-in career services resources for jobseekers in the community
MIDLAND, Texas — Tuesday morning, Midland County Commissioners passed motions for Midland County Public Libraries to continue making way for more opportunities for their patrons, especially those who are on the job hunt. So far, Centennial Library is getting ready to usher in the Business Resource and Information Center...
ECISD unveils new mural at Reagan Elementary
ODESSA, Texas — Reagan Elementary in Odessa unveiled a new mural for the start of 2023. The mural was painted by a local artist Tabata Ayup, and it wraps around the cafeteria. The mural starts with an early morning design before moving to afternoon, sunset, and night. The school's...
Ector County Library offers adult high school online program
ODESSA, Texas — Getting an education is one of the best ways to get the ball rolling on starting a career and receiving a stable income and the Ector County Library is hoping to give that opportunity to anyone who wants it. The Ector County Library is offering a...
22nd Annual Empty Bowls Event to be held on January 28
MIDLAND, Texas — West Texas Food Bank will be holding its annual Empty Bowls event on January 28. This will be the 22nd year for this event and it will be held at the Midland College McCormick Gallery from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The tickets will be $15...
Midland College to host presidential search open forums on February 1
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland College will be holding open forums for their presidential search on February 1. The forums will be held in the Allison Fine Arts Building, Wagner & Brown Auditorium, and take place at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. These forums will be led by...
All-way stop to be utilized at Wall Street, Andrews Highway intersection on Jan. 26
MIDLAND, Texas — Drivers should expect to see an all-way stop at the intersection of Wall Street and Andrews Highway on Thursday. The change will remain in place while a contractor works on installing a new signal pole. The work is expected to last all day. The image attached...
Communities support recycling, but contamination still an issue
ODESSA, Texas — Whether it's plastic, aluminum or paper, almost all of it can be recycled if you do it right. However, when something is put into recycling that's not supposed to be in there, that's when it becomes a issue. "It is so important to recycle right, I...
Golden Ticket Experience to be held at Susie's South Forty Confections
MIDLAND, Texas — For the first time ever, the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory play will be performed in a community theatre. That theater being the Midland Community Theatre. “It’s a huge deal, and we’re really thankful to get the support, especially for a city this size," said MCT...
Intersection of Garfield, Louisiana to be closed for 6 weeks
MIDLAND, Texas — The City of Midland is warning citizens about an upcoming intersection closure. Starting Jan. 23, the intersection of Garfield St. and Louisiana Ave. will be closed. The city says the project is expected to take around six weeks. During this period, crews will be working on...
Permian Basin Chinese Association holds 2023 New Year Gala
MIDLAND, Texas — The Permian Basin Chinese Association is holding its 2023 New Year Gala Saturday. The event will run from 11:30 a.m. to around 3 p.m. at Mid-Cities Church, located at 8700 TX-191 in Midland. Lunch will consist of both authentic Chinese food and American food. The event...
Midland Micro Market hosts open house for prospective shop owners
MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Micro Market hosted an open market Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. to show prospective shopkeepers what the market has to offer. "We are just welcoming people in, if they are just looking for a storefront maybe or if they are looking to network with different small businesses here in town," said co-owner Hannah Streun.
ICA donates $100,000 to Alabama relief efforts
ODESSA, Texas — The Investment Corporation of America, better known as ICA, is donating $100,000 to relief efforts in Alabama. The company says they just want to do their part to help our fellow Americans affected by tragedy. "Mr. Bushman was very, very clear about the fact that we...
Odessa College Truck Driving Academy receives big donation
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa College Truck Driving Academy received a generous donation from the Permian Strategic Partnership. The donations will help expand the program by adding new scholarships, driving instructors, and equipment to help former and future students. PSP CEO Tracee Bentley said this opportunity is a big step forward in the oil and natural gas industry.
Permian Basin community honors two local veterans with sendoff they deserve
MIDLAND, Texas — On Wednesday, it was thought that two local veterans who had recently passed away had no next of kin, which left them in need of funding to be honored the way they deserve to be. However, both veterans actually do have family. George Thomas was adopted...
Midland Parks and Recs Commission discusses improvements at William-Sam Skatepark
MIDLAND, Texas — The topic of the William-Sam Memorial Skate Park located at Beal Park was at the center of much of the discussion Tuesday for the Midland Parks and Rec Commission. Concerned mom and Midland Skatepark Association representative, Christina Cockrell, was very vocal about a skate park her...
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