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A rare virga bomb just shattered a wind record in Texas. Here’s what it is
A triple-digit wind gust roared through part of Texas on Tuesday, but it wasn’t from a tornado or a hurricane.
What is a ‘virga bomb,’ which blasted a Texas town with 111 mph winds?
Midland International Airport in West Texas reported wind gusting to 111 mph Tuesday evening. Scattered thunderstorms were in ...
WATCH: ‘Virga bomb’ produces 111-mph wind gust, snaps power poles like twigs in West Texas
A virga bomb in West Texas produced wind gusts stronger than 100 mph in Midland and Odessa on Tuesday night. Here’s what ...
Midland City Council approves exciting projects, here’s what to expect:
The Midland City Council met Tuesday and approved several exciting projects. First, City leaders approved a $40 million ...
FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by midair collision in Washington
A federal review of helicopter safety concerns launched after the deadly midair collision in Washington, D.C., has identified a rash of concerns about the potential conflicts ...
Multi-million-dollar bonds on the May ballot | Will West Texans vote?
Big money, big impact—but barely any buzz. Midland and Odessa leaders are calling on voters to make their voices heard.
Man hit, killed by car while riding electric scooter in Manteca
A 57-year-old man was hit and killed by a car while riding an electric scooter in Manteca Friday evening. According to ...
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Passengers, parking revenues at Midland International higher this fiscal year
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