Ector County has boomed since the 1970s, when the drainage system was last updated. Officials hope state and federal funds will help pay for the update despite some grant programs ending under the ...

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At almost $600 million, water was far and away one of the largest expenses in 2025. For parks, lawmakers secured $60 million.