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Midland · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Midland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Midland County Judge Terry Johnson is off the clock with pay after being indicted for allegedly leaking private info online. The county is now scrambling to find a temporary replacement to keep the courts running smoothly.
The city is finalizing its wish list for the state legislature to ensure local needs are represented in Austin.
Midland families are rightfully upset after city crews discovered human remains in plots that were supposed to be vacant. It’s a massive administrative failure that proves the city’s burial record-keeping is completely broken.
Midland ISD is suing the state to challenge the 'Robin Hood' funding system that siphons local property tax dollars away from our classrooms. This legal battle could decide whether your tax money stays here to fund local schools or gets sent elsewhere.
Midland is shaking up the trash and recycling pickup schedule for the upcoming holiday. Make sure to double-check the new dates so you aren't stuck with overflowing bins on your curb.
Midland residents are pushing back against a new city drainage fee. Get ready for some loud meetings as people voice their concerns!
A motorcyclist visiting Midland got seriously hurt after being shot multiple times while riding. Cops are on the hunt for who did it, and the incident happened on West Loop 250.
City Hall in Midland had to close its doors for a few hours this morning due to a suspicious package. Thankfully, it turned out to be nothing, and operations are back to normal, but it caused a brief scare and delay.
Want to speak at a Midland City Council meeting? They're reminding folks about the rules for public comment. Make sure you're up to speed so your voice can be heard!
Midland's diving into how to manage the city's use of AI. They're setting up guidelines now to make sure smart tech is used responsibly as it becomes more common.
Midland's city government is buying the Vaughn building again. It's unclear what the city plans to do with the property this time around, but it's a significant move for the city.
Midland's animal shelters are getting a major boost! The city just landed $150,000 to tackle pet overpopulation, which means more help for spay/neuter services and the animals already in shelters.
Midland is stepping up security at city council meetings. This means changes are coming to how meetings are run to ensure safety for everyone involved.
Midland's city internet is currently out, causing disruptions to various city services. You might want to double-check if your planned city business is impacted before making a trip.