Campaign rhetoric is on the rise as Midlanders decide whether or not to extend and rededicate a 4B sales tax for an additional fifteen years.
Lauren Melear
Jean Gosney: Fearless Freedom Fighter
Through her experiences in war-torn countries abroad, to political battles in her own backyard, Jean Gosney is dedicated to preserving freedom despite the obstacles.
Dick Saulsbury: Dedicated to Liberty
Through his unwavering, active support of liberty, Dick Saulsbury of Odessa shows that freedom is not preserved through complacency, but through action.
Midland ISD Board Seeks Community Feedback
Over the next two weeks, MISD board members will lay out their plan for academic recovery in Midland and seek input from community members.
Debt is on the Rise, and Voters Have No Say
More and more taxing entities are issuing debt without voter approval, only securing Texas’s position as number two in local, per capita debt.
Reform May be on the Horizon for Midland ISD
A recent planning meeting between MISD and the Texas Education Agency may be an indication that much-needed reform is coming to the West Texas district.
Carroll Maxwell: The Power of a Pen and a Phone
We regularly profile the men and women of Texas who stand out as effectively engaged citizens. Each of these Texans has a unique story to tell; coming from unique backgrounds and life experiences, they nonetheless share a passion for liberty in the Lone Star State.
Tax Campaign Kicks Off in Midland
City leaders announce that start of a major campaign that advocates for the passage of a special purpose sales tax that would allocate approximately $150 million to “quality of life” improvements around Midland.
Tracy Marshall: Shining a Light on Texas Politics
We regularly profile the men and women of Texas who stand out as effectively engaged citizens. Each of these Texans has a unique story to tell; coming from unique backgrounds and life experiences, they nonetheless share a passion for liberty in the Lone Star State.
Sunset Review Calls for Major Change Within TxDOT
Although TxDOT faces its fourth sunset review in a decade, this one is more important than ever. With TxDOT’s budget likely to double over the next ten years, the Sunset Commission calls for major changes such as greater transparency, improved project prioritization and management, and better utilization of taxpayer dollars.