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Miller Elementary teacher recognized for excellence
Staff reportMidlothian ISD has announced that Tracy Crawford of LaRue Miller Elementary is the recipient of the annual Jean Coleman Award for Excellence in Reading Education. Crawford exemplifies excellence in reading instruction through her deep knowledge of the science of reading, thoughtful use of student data, and commitment to meeting the needs of every learner.…
Business
Methodist Midlothian still among nation’s cleanest
Staff reportMethodist Midlothian Medical Center has been named among the cleanest hospitals in the United States by Becker’s Hospital Review for the third consecutive year.The 2026 recognition includes hospitals nationwide that earned a five-star rating for cleanliness from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Methodist Midlothian is one of only 29 hospitals in Texas…
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Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Experience matters on State Board of Education
The upcoming elections give Texans the opportunity to change the profile of the State Board of Education. Over the last 3 decades, Texas school rankings have plummeted from among the top in the nation, to the bottom of the barrel, not a very good track record. To make matters worse, the SBOE has infused future…
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Council OKs plan for new data center
Bill Spinkswspinks@cherryroad.comThe recent nationwide public backlash against data centers has resulted in new Texas state regulations that are intended to benefit residents — including those close to industrial areas of Midlothian.The Midlothian City Council on Sept. 22 unanimously approved, after a nearly 90-minute discussion, a series of motions that bring about a proposal for a…
