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.
Bill Spinks
Bevers’ 2016 cold case still fresh in memories
After 9-plus years, no justice yet for murdered Midlothian mom Natalya Shelton Mirror contributor Nine years ago, fitness instructor Missy Bevers was brutally murdered inside… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Midlothian Fire Department incident list
The Midlothian Fire Department responded to the following incidents:
Luke Clayton: Warm weather trophy cattin'
For decades at Lake Tawakoni, the “trophy” blue catfish season began with the first cooling north winds in October and ended with the spring warm up.
Nelson's Godding named SAC AD of year for 4th time
For the fourth time in his distinguished career, Dr. Jesse Godding, Director of Athletics at Nelson University, has been named the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) Athletic Director of the Year.
Ken Ansell: Even when things aren't perfect, it's OK
I like the story about the little kid digging through the pile of horse manure because “there must be a pony in there somewhere.”
MISD names 3 new head coaches
Midlothian ISD is proud to welcome a group of leaders joining the district for the 2025-2026 school year. With a strong commitment to student achievement, athletic excellence and community values, these new hires bring a wide range of experience and enthusiasm to their roles.
Ice cream shop gets licked … for now
With a large audience showing up to City Hall mostly in opposition, a divided Midlothian City Council spent more than two hours Tuesday night discussing a downtown planned development for an expanded ice cream shop at 105 South 4rd Street. In the end, following numerous comments from the public, the council voted 4-3 to deny the proposal without prejudice and directed staff to set up a workshop to discuss the matter.
Victoria Ford: It's time for real health care reforms
The U.S. is the world’s leader in the development of life-saving biopharmaceutical advances and breakthroughs, and Texas plays a significant role in fueling that innovation.
Conservation license plate program updates classic tag
AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is asking Texans to help it revamp a classic license plate in recognition of the 25th anniversary of its Conservation License Plate Program (CLPP) that has helped fund Texas fisheries, state parks, wildlife management, research and other conservation projects. Voters can help decide between three potential designs to update TPWD’s horned lizard license plate, the first conservation plate offered to Texas residents.