San Angelo ISD says it will be taking a “hiatus” from bond elections as both attempts to pass a bond in 2018 failed.
Lauren Melear
Voters Paint Midland Red
Two new voices will be added to local government in Midland while Republicans continue to maintain a stronghold across the board.
Midland County Pioneers Restorative Justice Program
Midland County is launching a new victim-centered restitution program that is said to be the first of its kind in the state.
Kirk, Wolfmueller Prioritize “Culture” in School Board Race
Texans for Fiscal Responsibility takes a look at two of the candidates vying for a seat on Midland school board.
Midland ISD Considers $545 Million Bond Proposal for May Ballot
Midland ISD’s board weighs their options for a 2019 bond election and whether high population growth should equal a high price tag.
O’Rourke’s Policies Will Hurt All Texas Families, Including Evangelical Women
The race for Texas’ U.S. Senate is a battle between lofty rhetoric and policy results.
Permian Basin Joins Fight Against Sex Trafficking
Known as “the most well-hidden American epidemic today,” two Texas nonprofits team up to bring awareness of sex trafficking to Midland/Odessa communities.
City Officials Accused of Conflict of Interest
Allegations regarding conflicts of interest and First Amendment violations led to a contentious interchange between two citizens and Amarillo City Council last Tuesday.
Odessa Seeks New Funding Tool for “Downtown Revitalization”
In another effort to devote tax dollars to revitalizing downtown, Odessa City Council plans to establish a 20-year Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone at their next meeting.
Amarillo City Council Nixes Public Comment Broadcast
In their most recent attempt to discourage community engagement, Amarillo City Council has decided to stop broadcasting the public comment period of city council meetings.