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City voters reject bond as guard changes in Austin
Bill Spinkswspinks@cherryroad.comWhile the rest of Texas and the United States cast their votes for massive change, Midlothian city voters were in no giving mood during Tuesday’s monumental mid-term election as they soundly swatted into the rafters a $129 million bond referendum for city infrastructure improvements.The earthquake that happened in statewide voting didn’t cause much of…
Business
AP Machinery becomes Blue Diamond Attachments Blue Chip Dealer
Staff reportAP Machinery of Midlothian has become the latest Blue Diamond Attachments Blue Chip Dealer. As a part of this program, they will carry and support Blue Diamond core products, including augers, breakers, brooms, mulchers and more, along with parts and accessories.The Blue Chip Dealer Program is exclusively for the highest level of Blue Diamond…
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Opinion
Guest columnist: A kite flies against the wind
Bryan Golden Given a steady wind and a properly balanced kite, the kite will soar to great heights. But if the nose of the kite is pointed downward, the same wind will send it crashing into the ground.Just as wind can either lift a kite or destroy it, criticism can either motivate you to reach…
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MISD elementary No. 9 design takes shape
Staff reportBehind the scenes work of the development and design of Midlothian ISD’s ninth elementary school is taking shape and bringing the district’s Bond 2025 project one step closer to breaking ground.During the October Board of Trustees meeting, Huckabee architect Paul Thompson presented schematic designs for the new campus building. Thompson highlighted the collaborative effort…
