Midland, the seat of Midland County, is located in the Southern Plains region of western Texas. Because of its location halfway between Fort Worth and El Paso, its original name was Midway, a name that was soon changed to avoid confusion with other towns in the state by the same name.
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Provides information to residents, visitors and businesses of Midland, Texas. There is contact information for the city's mayor, the city council and the government's departments, along with other resources from the city's official web site.
http://www.midlandtexas.gov/
A history of the Midland, Texas FBC is featured, with a staff directory and a statement of belief, along with a worship schedule, church calendar, and a description of the church's programs, groups, and events.
http://www.fbc-midland.org/
The MAA was formed to encourage interest among professional and lay people in all forms of art, widen the scope of experience through the sponsorship of art events, and to offer artists opportunities to display their work. Schedules of meetings, events, exhibitions and workshops are displayed, along with a list of officers and membership information.
http://www.midlandartsassociation.org/
MC is an independent junior college whose main campus sits on 224-acres in Midland, Texas. Information on how to become a Midland College student is featured, with an outline of its academic, athletic, and continuing education programs.
http://www.midland.edu/
Midland Development Corporation
MDC offers incentives to qualified new and existing employers who create jobs for the community. Its agenda, minutes and reports are presented, along with a community profile and information about economic indicators, education and training, economic news, market analysis, and interactive maps.
http://www.midlandtexasedc.org/
Owned by the City of Midland, Texas, MAF is a municipal airport located about eight miles southwest of the central business district. Arrivals and departures can be monitored through the web site, along with travel and pilot information, airport announcements, and customs data.
http://www.flymaf.com/
Midland, Texas Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a membership organization comprised of local businesses and professional people, intended to promote the city as a great place to live, visit, and do business. Its site offers information about education opportunities, health care services and employment.
http://www.midlandtxchamber.com/
Midland, Texas Convention & Visitors Bureau
Information for visitors to Midland Texas. There are maps of the city, details on meeting and convention space and information on local attractions, accommodations and dining.
http://visitmidlandtexas.com/
