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This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) and curated for The Midland readers.

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This story was reported by Lauren Munt at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS).

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Final beam placed atop new Midland Lee High School

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Lauren Munt, as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · June 24, 2026 · 1 min read

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Construction on the new high school has reached a significant point. Crews have finished the basic structure of the building. This achievement was recognized in a ceremony.

The event was held on a Wednesday morning. It acknowledged the work of construction crews. Further information about this milestone is available from local news sources, including KOSA CBS7.

Details about the construction project and its progress can be found through these sources.

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Education coverage influences how families evaluate their districts, how voters approach bond elections, and how teachers and administrators set priorities. The Midland follows local school news because it affects every household with children — and the broader workforce pipeline.

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Category: schools · Published: June 24, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Lauren Munt, as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
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Source published	Jun 24, 2026
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Final beam placed atop new Midland Lee High School

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