Divided City Council punts Highland project
A 53-lot subdivision on the edge of Midlothian city limits that was moved forward earlier in July continued to divide city leaders at the City Council’s July 22 regular bi-weekly meeting.
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Keep dogs safe from heat during these summer months
Texas is famous for heat … especially in August.
2 locals among University of Arkansas graduates
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas honored its most recent graduating class with a series of spring commencement ceremonies at Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena, and the School of Law's ceremony at the Fayetteville Town Center.
MISD announces student cell phone policy
Texas passed a new state law, House Bill 1481, that requires school districts to prohibit student use of personal communication devices at school during the instructional day. The goal and intent of the new law is to increase student focus in the education setting by reducing distractions.
Parktopia fans have it made in the spray!
Hundreds of Parktopia eventgoers enjoyed family fun at Friday’s annual event held at Midlothian Community Park.
MFD earns national award for cardiac care excellence
The Midlothian Fire Department (MFD) has been awarded the 2025 Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award by the American Heart Association for excellence in emergency cardiac care. This national recognition honors MFD’s commitment to providing fast, evidence-based treatment to patients experiencing heart attacks and strokes.
MED to host community economic forum Aug. 7
Midlothian residents are invited to attend “How Economic Development Benefits You,” an informative and interactive forum hosted by Midlothian Economic Development (MED) on Thursday, Aug. 7, at 6 p.m.
'The Chosen' begins Season 6 filming
“The Chosen,” a historical drama chronicling the life of Jesus Christ and his disciples that is being primarily filmed at Midlothian’s Camp Hoblitzelle, is entering a climactic Season 6 that (spoiler alert) will culminate with the crucifixion of Jesus. The final episode of Season 6 will be shown in select theaters on March 12, 2027, in advance of Holy Week that year, with streaming on Prime Video to follow.
MISD committee recommends bond vote
With school days just around the corner and a November election date looming, the Midlothian ISD board of trustees Monday night took on a number of important topics in preparation for both. The board approved a new cell phone policy to comply with new state legislation, updated the 2025-2026 budget to amend the school’s staff compensation plan, and opted out of a new state law allowing non-enrolled students to participate in University Interscholastic League activities, including athletics.
Emerald City Band returns for encore Summer Beats concert
The Art Pierard Memorial Amphitheater, 3601 South 14th Street, will reverberate with the horns, percussion, and top-quality vocals of the popular Emerald City Band on Saturday, July 26, 7:30 p.m.