A Houston man was sentenced Monday to a total of 10 years in federal prison following his guilty plea for his part in last summer’s robbery of an ATM technician in Midlothian. Three others who were indicted in the crime await court disposition.
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.
State Rep. Brian Harrison announced he has filed multiple bills that would “ban taxpayer funded DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination” in all public universities and state agencies.
“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.
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.
The first several City of Midlothian offices have made the move to the city’s new Public Safety and Municipal Court Facility, and the rest will follow in time for its grand opening in September.
After a discussion and a pair of tied votes, the Midlothian Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday night ultimately approved a planned development for a property on the south side of West Highland Road and east of Mockingbird Lane. The development was finally agreed to after a condition was added to extend a stub-out on the south side of the subdivision.
A North Texas resident is $1 million richer after purchasing a winning scratch-off lottery ticket in Midlothian. The Texas Lottery announced in a media release on Monday that the winning "$1,000,000 Crossword" ticket was purchased recently at the QuikTrip convenience store at 2851 FM 663.
Something sweet is always cooking at Legacy Oaks of Midlothian—literally. Residents in both assisted living and memory care know when the third Tuesday of the month rolls around, it’s time for an afternoon of laughter, stirring, and maybe a little whipped cream on the nose, thanks to The Bree & Brittany Cooking Show Series.
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.