Monthly Archives: April 2011

Creating a Unified Vision for CBD

After attending the CBD retreat last week hosted by Midland Development Corporation, I walked out a bit excited about the opportunities of the various groups – and individuals – coming together to create a solid, unified plan for our downtown.  … Continue reading

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FREE Walking Tour of Downtown Midland

The City of Midland along with local architect, Mark Wellen, will host a Downtown Midland Walking Tour on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 10:00 am.  Mark Wellen will be leading the tour of the downtown area, visiting historic mid-century to … Continue reading

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Party in the Plaza with YPM and the Midland Chamber

The Young Professionals of Midland and the Midland Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an after-work Party in the Plaza next Thursday, April 28th, starting a 5 p.m. YPM members have been anxiously looking forward to these events all year … Continue reading

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Couple Words Wednesday….

We need to “Create a Shared Vision” for downtown Midland to thrive!!!  Keep the momentum. Share this: Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin Share via MySpace share via Reddit Share with … Continue reading

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Efforts underway to help revitalize downtown Midland – Midland, TX

 Downtown Midland isn’t known for its booming night life. It’s more of the nine-to-five business-type, but the Midland Development Corporation is trying to change that.  “Making Downtown Midland to a place that is always thriving and moving at all hours,” Laura Roman … Continue reading

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What happens when we run out of people to work?

Businesses depend on a quality workforce. That isn’t any secret, but what may be of interest is how often we take our workforce for granted. Just this morning, I wanted to get my oil changed before work. The person said … Continue reading

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Shutdown of the Federal Government?

This morning’s headlines read like the federal government is headed into a massive unraveling…but, I suspect, if there is a shutdown of the federal government at 12:01 am tomorrow, then things have spiraled out of control.  What’s the solution?  I’m … Continue reading

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