Garth Brooks tribute kicks off concert series
The City of Midlothian and its Parks and Recreation Department kicked off its “Summer Beats” Saturday Concert Series, and it is now back in full force.
June 2025
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HHS' Cearley is district Coach of the Year
It was a record-breaking softball season for the 2025 Jaguars of Heritage High School. Their head coach Forrest Cearley, in his third year at HHS, successfully led his talented team to the district crown with an outstanding record of 13-1.
MHS OL Best commits to Oklahoma
Midlothian High School rising senior offensive lineman Noah Best has announced his commitment to play college football at the University of Oklahoma.
Midtowne seniors set back-to-school drive
School may be out for the summer, but the team at Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care is already planning ahead for the fall.
MPD takes part in child predator sting
The Midlothian Police Department and other agencies in Ellis County recently took part in a federally-led child sexual exploitation sting that netted more than 240 arrests and the rescue of more than 100 children across North Texas. The North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and FBI Dallas’s North Texas Child Exploitation Task Force announced on June 11 the conclusion of Operation Soteria Shield, a month-long collaborative enforcement effort conducted in April aimed at rescuing children from online sexual exploitation and bringing perpetrators to justice.
MISD trustees OK preliminary '24-'25 budget
Needing to have a budget in place by July 1 but not yet fully knowing what’s in store for school finances, the Midlothian ISD board of trustees Monday night moved forward with a preliminary budget for the 2025-2026 school year. The general fund, child nutrition fund and debt service fund budgets were approved for the upcoming school year.
P&Z approves plan for new data center
Another data center in the city of Midlothian is in the works for the area west of RailPort Business Park. The Midlothian Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday night approved a planned development for an approximately 174-acre property generally north of Forbes Road and west of V.V.
Midlo Memo
A calendar of events in the Midlothian and surrounding areas. Clubs and organizations are encouraged to send meeting and event notices to wspinks@cherryroad.com for inclusion.
Boost your brain health: Simple tips for a healthier mind
Did you know that lifestyle changes can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and support brain health?
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center grand re-opening slated for July 1
ATHENS — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will welcome the public back July 1 for its grand re-opening following major renovations.