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Midland I-20 interchange gets $24M grant for energy sector
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Gabriella Meza , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A significant amount of money will be used to upgrade the interchange where I-20 and South Lamesa Road meet.
Funding has been allocated to improve a key transportation hub in Midland . A significant amount of money will be used to upgrade the interchange where I-20 and South Lamesa Road meet. This project aims to enhance the flow of traffic and make the area safer.
The nation's energy supply chain is also expected to benefit from this reconstruction effort. The project has received a substantial grant from the US Department of Transportation. Further information about the project can be found through local news sources, including KMID ABC Big 2.
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Category: local Published: July 8, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Funding has been allocated to improve a key transportation hub in Midland. A significant amount of money will be used to upgrade the interchange where I-20 and South Lamesa Road meet. This project…
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