More migrant kids coming to Midland
Migrant kids between the ages of 5 and 12 are expected to get to the Midland facility soon. Author: Jonathan Polasek (News West9) Published: 11:06 PM CDT April 13, 2021 Updated: 11:07 PM CDT April 13, 2021
MIDLAND, Texas U.S. Representative August Pfluger s office was alerted that more migrant kids would be coming to Midland. However, there is a twist this time. The kids will be boys and girls and between the ages of 5 and 12.
Local officials are not happy about the situation. Midland Mayor Patrick Payton said that Midland has been disrespected again with the news coming seemingly out of nowhere.
Midland officials upset, caught off guard by opening of emergency intake center for migrants in Midland
Midland officials made a unified statement to inform the public that they were not consulted by federal agencies on plans to open the emergency intake center. Author: Dana Morris Updated: 2:22 AM CDT March 16, 2021
MIDLAND, Texas Midland officials gathered Monday afternoon at the Bush Convention Center to hold a press conference in response to the opening of an emergency intake center for migrants in Midland County.
Midland County Judge Terry Johnson, Midland Mayor Patrick Payton and Midland County Sheriff David Criner all took turns voicing surprise and frustration toward the developments.