Politics
Blong testifies before Texas Senate committee on West Texas water security
Midland Mayor Lori Blong testified this week before the Texas Senate Committee on Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs in Austin regarding long-term water security challenges
Jay Marquez hosts Midland County runoff meet-and-greet
Midland County judge runoff candidate Jay Marquez will host the third of four public meet-and-greet events Thursday, May 14, at Brantley Creek Barbecue in Odessa.
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Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met March 2
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Monday, March 2
Carros y Cultura exhibit marks 30th anniversary of Viva La Fiesta
Showbiz West Texas is inviting local and regional artists to participate in a special exhibition celebrating the 30th anniversary of Viva La Fiesta.
Greg Abbott shares reflections on faith and military rescue in recent posts
Texas Governor Greg Abbott posted several messages between April 3-5, reflecting on faith-based celebrations and announcing positive news about a military rescue.
Greg Abbott highlights rain warnings, Artemis mission role, and Good Friday message
Texas Governor Greg Abbott posted a series of messages between April 1-3 addressing severe weather forecasts, celebrating Texas’s involvement in NASA’s Artemis lunar mission control operations from Houston, and sharing a Good Friday religious…
Sibley Nature Center Camera Club announces April, May programs
The Sibley Nature Center Camera Club is hosting two upcoming programs in April and May, giving area residents a chance to develop photography skills while exploring local landscapes.
Greg Abbott addresses voting lawsuit and legal action against proposed city
Texas Governor Greg Abbott commented publicly between March 29-31, 2026 about ongoing litigation concerning voter roll verification and recent legal measures targeting a proposed city project called The Meadow.
Congressman August Pfluger announces Eden town hall meeting for April 1
U.S. Congressman August Pfluger will host a public town hall meeting in Eden on April 1. The event invites community members and media for direct engagement with their representative.
Rep. Pfluger discusses Iran, airpower, and military readiness on Fox News Rundown Podcast
Rep. August Pfluger appeared on Fox News Rundown Podcast discussing U.S.-Iran relations, airpower challenges for America’s military forces, recruitment trends among warfighters—and called for faster modernization efforts within defense industries.
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Feb. 2
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Monday, Feb. 2
Rep. Pfluger questions witnesses on updating the 1996 Telecommunications Act
Congressman August Pfluger questioned experts about updating telecommunications laws during a recent House subcommittee hearing. Witnesses discussed removing outdated regulations from the decades-old framework while ensuring transparency and clarity for industries. Pfluger’s legislative proposals also received support from industry leaders.
House passes Rep. Pfluger’s bill to protect American property abroad with bipartisan support
The U.S. House has passed Congressman August Pfluger’s bill aimed at protecting American business assets abroad after reports of asset seizures overseas. The bipartisan measure responds directly to recent actions against a major U.S.-based company operating internationally.
Rep. Pfluger votes to fund Department of Homeland Security, criticizes Democrats
Rep. August Pfluger announced he voted on Mar. 27 to fund the Department of Homeland Security while criticizing Democrats for opposing the measure. The Texas lawmaker emphasized concerns about impacts on federal workers’ pay and national security.