Steve Kuhlmann, Reporter
Midland Reporter-Telegram
MIDLAND, TEXAS - While roadside fundraisers may not be uncommon, over the past two weeks motorists have been calling in complaints of solicitors in the roads.
City of Midland public information officer Sara Higgins said Friday that several reports saw solicitors walking into the road to contact drivers, selling Pixi Stix and promoting their church.
While Higgins could not confirm them as the group responsible, the Mesquite Restoration Church is believed to be responsible for the disturbance on at least one of the occasions. Pastor James Williams of After God's Own Heart Restoration Church, based in Midland, said that the group had told him that they were in town for “fundraising” but was disappointed when he learned of the group’s behavior.
“I kind of got upset because the police department has been real, real kind with us,” said Williams. “As long as we cooperate with them and what they require of us we have no problems.”
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