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11th annual Produced Water Society conference addresses water reuse needs in the Basin
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Bush Convention Center in Midland opened its doors to host the 11th Annual Produced Water Society conference, an event focused on bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and state lawmakers to tackle one of the Permian basin's biggest cha...
Midland Community Theatre plans 9/11 memorial events
Midland Community Theatre is hosting three events, including two plays and a gala in partnership with Ground Zero 360, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks....
Midland County to launch massive roadway sign inventory
Midland County will launch a comprehensive inventory of approximately 2,500 roadway signs and supports to improve maintenance efficiency via its Geographic Information System mapping software....
Walk, bike, or roll? Midland wants your help making the city easier to navigate
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Local planners are looking for your help to make Midland a safer, more accessible place to travel—whether you walk, bike, drive, or use a mobility device. The City of Midland is partnering with the Permian Basin Metropolitan Planning Organization (PBMPO) t...
Midland Health Services reports July surge in activity
Midland Health Services reported a broad increase in service activity during July 2026, highlighted by significant rises in vaccinations, inspections, and services provided to residents aged 18 and younger....
Terrell County Animal Shelter is shut down after its AC system failed
TERRELL COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Terrell County Animal Shelter is closed, and Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland wants the public to know exactly why. The AC system isn’t working, and Cleveland said that’s a problem he takes seriously — especially in West Texas heat. “I will not knowin...
Midland Animal Services reports 80% live release rate for July
Midland Animal Services achieved an 80% live release rate and reduced its average length of stay to 8.98 days during July.
Animal Services posts positive outcomes during month of July
Midland Animal Services reported an 80% live release rate in July and a drop in the average length of stay to 8.98 days.
West Texas Afternoon Weather - 8/10/26
Still some locations will experience triple digit heat however we will have scattered showers across West Texas, it is advised to avoid flooded roadways, turn around don't drown and drive through puddles....
EZ-RIDER rides drop 5.9% in July in Midland
EZ-Rider public transit saw a 5.9% decline in rides during July 2026, although Midland reported growth in its paratransit ridership.
Midland ISD trustee intervenes in case to remove county judge
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland ISD Trustee Brandon Hodges has officially filed to intervene in the lawsuit seeking to remove Midland County Judge Terry Johnson from office. According to a press release, Hodges said he joined the case to prevent it from being dismissed on ...
EZ-Rider bus system shows ridership decline in Midland
The Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District showed a drop of 5.9% in the number of rides provided during the month of July.
Permian Paws in Need: helping West Texans keep their pets fed during hard times
The nonprofit Permian Paws in Need provides pet food and supplies to residents of Midland and Odessa struggling with rising costs and is scheduled to host its second annual Bags for Bowls fundraiser on August 15....
Gov. Abbott proposes faster permitting, lower construction costs to address Texas housing affordability
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Gov. Greg Abbott announced new proposals aimed at addressing Texas’ housing affordability challenges by speeding up the homebuilding process and cutting construction costs across the state, including in the Permian Basin. Abbott’s plan would expand the use...
West Midland roadway extension project to begin in September
Project will feature a new four-lane roadway with raised medians and a traffic signal at the intersection of Tradewinds and Thomason
American Red Cross offers disaster response training
The American Red Cross Permian Basin chapter is inviting community members to register for a two-day Disaster Action Team Academy training event scheduled for August 15th and 16th in Odessa....
Midland Road extension project begins next month
Construction on the Avalon and Thomason Roadway in Midland is scheduled to begin next month as part of an extension project designed to improve traffic flow and safety....
UPDATE: District Attorney calls for Midland County Judge Terry Johnson’s resignation
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A press conference was scheduled for the afternoon August 6, where a prepared statement was delivered regarding Midland County Judge Terry Johnson. During the press conference District Attorney Glenn Harwood called for Midland County Judge Terry Joh...
Midland County woman takes in 18 stray puppies after discovering neighborhood overpopulation problem
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Litters having litters. That’s what one Midland County woman found in her neighborhood, and she decided to do something about it. Taylor Martin discovered dogs on a neighboring property where litters seemed to be multiplying. The owner feeds them bu...
PIGSKIN PREVIEW: Rankin Red Devils
RANKIN, Texas (KOSA) - Rankin football took West Texas to Arlington last season, appearing in the 2025 Class 1A-DI State Championship. While everyone in town is excited to see what the Red Devils do this season, Head Coach Garret Avalos has a different perspective. “I’m glad thes...
‘Impacts operators large and small’: Crude oil theft conspiracy leads to 6 guilty pleas in Permian Basin
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KOSA) - Six people pled guilty last month, and eight others still face charges in what is a massive conspiracy to steal crude oil from Permian Basin producers. According to the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas six defendants pleaded guilty to...
Woman files lawsuit after alleged cancer misdiagnosis leads to unnecessary hysterectomy
ATLANTA ( AN F/Gray News) — A Georgia woman has filed a lawsuit after an alleged tissue sample mix-up led to an unnecessary hysterectomy. The negligence suit was filed on Tuesday against several branches of Kaiser Permanente and laboratory staff members. According to the lawsuit,...
How Pokémon Cards and other collectibles are treated as financial investments
While only active for a little over a year, the West Texas Trading Card Game Convention is making moves in the Permian Basin. The group started out with only 15-20 vendors at its first showing, but now regularly sees close to 150 vendors pack hotel conference halls, dealing out c...
Midland begins construction on Mockingbird Lane Extension Project
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Midland has begun construction on the Mockingbird Lane Extension Project, a roadway improvement designed to increase capacity and improve connectivity. According to the City of Midland, the project will extend Mockingbird Lane from Fairgrounds ...
City of Midland announces Mockingbird Lane extension project
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The City of Midland has announced the beginning of the Mockingbird Lane Extension Project. The project will extend Mockingbird Lane from Fairgrounds Road to Purtis Creek Drive as a five-lane arterial roadway. This extension will provide additional roa...
Closed SeeClickFix tickets approach 20,000 in two years
The number of SeeClickFix tickets closed inside the City of Midland is nearing 20,000 since its inception in July 2024.
City to begin Mockingbird Lane Extension Project in NE Midland
The Mockingbird Lane Extension Project is an important transportation improvement that will enhance connectivity and mobility.