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Midland announces 5 lane closures for utility work starting July 9 through August
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Katelyn Carlock , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 9, 2026
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Key takeaway Specific streets and dates are affected, with some closures starting as early as July 9.
Utility work is underway in Midland . The city has announced several road closures to facilitate this work. Residents can expect disruptions on various streets, including parts of Avalon Drive, Mineola Street, and Northrup Drive.
The closures are scheduled to last through late July and early August. Specific streets and dates are affected, with some closures starting as early as July 9. Further details on the affected areas and duration of the closures are available.
The road closures are intended to allow for necessary utility work in these areas. For more information on the specific locations and dates, readers can consult the original announcement from the City of Midland.
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Category: local Published: July 9, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Utility work is underway in Midland. The city has announced several road closures to facilitate this work. Residents can expect disruptions on various streets, including parts of Avalon Drive…
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