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West Texas FC announces return of goalkeeper Nebot

West Texas FC (WTXFC) has announced the return of goalkeeper Santiago Nebot through a Facebook post.


Fair to Midland’s first-ever DPSOA Crawfish Cook-Off brings flavor and fun to West Texas

Fair to Midland is turning up the heat with its inaugural DPSOA Crawfish Cook-Off, promising a day filled with spicy competition, live music, and Southern hospitality.


Registration open for Trinity School of Midland's 19th Annual Charger Classic Golf Tournament

Registration is now open for Trinity School of Midland's 19th annual Charger Classic Golf Tournament, scheduled to take place at Midland Country Club on April 21.


RockHounds to host annual Night of Worship featuring Matthew West in June

The Midland RockHounds are set to host their annual Night of Worship, featuring singer-songwriter Matthew West, at Momentum Bank Ballpark on June 6.


Midland's 2024 Traffic Crash Report shows significant improvements in roadway safety

The City of Midland's Traffic Operations Division has released the 2024 Traffic Crash Report, providing a detailed analysis of crash data and traffic trends across the city.


Diamondback prices $1.2 billion senior notes offering to back an ongoing acquisition

Midland-based Diamondback Energy, Inc. has announced the pricing of a $1.2 billion senior notes offering at an interest rate of 5.5 percent, maturing on April 1, 2035.


Midland city officials cut ribbon to newly renovated baseball complex at Reyes-Mashburn-Nelms Park

Midland city officials marked the completion of renovations at the baseball complex in Reyes-Mashburn-Nelms Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 19.


Diamondback Energy sets a date for the release of first-quarter earnings

Diamondback Energy is set to announce its first-quarter earnings for 2025 in May, following the market's closure.


Midland ISD’s teacher pipeline program aspires to develop future educators

The merits of Midland Independent School District's (MISD) innovative teacher pipeline program are not lost on 2024 Coleman High School graduate Natalie Bracamontes.


Midland confirms adult measles case; investigation underway

The Midland Health Department has confirmed a case of measles in an adult resident.


Jersey Mike's donates sales to fight senior hunger

Senior Life Midland and Meals On Wheels Odessa are partnering with Jersey Mike’s Subs for the 15th Annual “Month of Giving” campaign to support local charities, according to Senior Life Midland.


Jay Marquez announces campaign for Midland County judge

Jay Marquez, a businessman and longtime Midland County resident, announced his candidacy for Midland County Judge. Marquez will run in the March 2026 Republican primary, focusing on lowering property taxes, infrastructure investment, water protection, and crime prevention, according to the press release.


RockHounds open application process for mascots, camera operators

The Midland RockHounds are seeking mascots and camera operators for the upcoming season, as announced in a Facebook post.


City of Midland seeks lifeguards for upcoming summer season

The City of Midland is actively seeking lifeguards for the upcoming summer season, as announced in a recent Facebook post.


MAF reports 48% increase in February passenger count since 2015

The City of Midland has reported that the number of passengers departing from Midland International Air & Space Port (MAF) was the second largest for the month of February.


Basin Beats & Treats: Fair brings out child in middle age, (sometimes)

While leaving a routine mammogram at Midland Breast, I spotted a Ferris wheel in clear blue sky and got hyper-excited like a kid overdosed on cotton candy.


YWLA to host annual spring charity carnival benefiting save the children

The Young Women's Leadership Academy (YWLA) is bringing fun and philanthropy together at its annual Spring Charity Carnival on March 29.


Houston firm makes a significant investment in Tejas

A private equity firm based in Houston, specializing in energy services and equipment investments, has announced a significant investment in a Midland-based pressure pumping services company.


PBEX chairman visits South Elementary and donates to every staff member

Staff at South Elementary returned to school this week and received a visit from Wes Perry, the chairman of the oil and gas company PBEX.


Local Government Meeting today in Midland County

Midland County City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!