News from February 2025
Miss Texas visits with MISD students
By Midland Times | Feb 8, 2025
The current Miss Texas titleholder visited Midland on Friday to address students about the importance of confidence.
Bulldogs defensive lineman announces scholarship offer
By Midland Times | Feb 8, 2025
Midland Bulldogs defensive lineman Darrion Mitchell announced on X that he has received another scholarship offer to play football at the collegiate level.
Shobby Enakpene delivers 19 points and 3 rebounds in Southwestern Pirates’ loss to Schreiner Mountaineers
By Midland Times | Feb 8, 2025
Former Trinity School of Midland star Shobby Enakpene hit the hardwood in the Southwestern Pirates’ loss to Schreiner Mountaineers on Friday, February 7.
WYCB: Prime 4.7-Acre Commercial Land Available on East Front Street in Midland
By Midland Times | Feb 8, 2025
1511 E Front St, Midland, TX 79701
MISD receives visit from Miss America 2025 first runner-up Addo-Yobo
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
The Midland Independent School District (MISD) received a visit from Texas's 2025 representative to the Miss America Pageant on February 6.
MISD earns Texas Education Agency approval for 2024-2025 Teacher Incentive Allotment designations
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
The Midland Independent School District (MISD) has announced that the Texas Education Agency (TEA) has approved its 2024-2025 Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) designations.
Texas Legislature honors Midland, Odessa chambers of commerce with resolutions
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
The Midland Chamber announced that both the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate passed resolutions honoring it and the Odessa Chamber of Commerce at the conclusion of the 2025 Midland-Odessa Legislative Days.
Palette Club hosts portrait drawing workshop with Daniel Sorensen
By Paige Wagenknecht | Feb 7, 2025
The Palette Club will host a portrait drawing workshop featuring nationally exhibited artist Daniel Sorensen on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Cupid's Corner: Long distance love
By Community Submission | Feb 7, 2025
My name is Ashley Nava. I met my husband in 2015. I met him through Facebook. I lived in Long Island, New York. My husband Robert Nava lived in Midland Texas.
Sword School to offer sword fighting class for couples on Valentine’s Day
By Paige Wagenknecht | Feb 7, 2025
The Sword School is offering couples a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with its Sweetheart Sword Fight, a three-hour class on February 15 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Arts Council of Midland to host ‘Conversations in Fine Art’ With J.P. "Pat" McDaniel
By Paige Wagenknecht | Feb 7, 2025
The Arts Council of Midland (ACM) is preparing to host its latest installment of Conversations in Fine Art, featuring J.P. "Pat" McDaniel of the Haley Memorial Library and History Center. The free event will give attendees the chance to explore the region’s Western heritage and history through McDaniel’s extensive knowledge and personal experiences.
Lady Rebels, Bulldogs playoff games set
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
The bi-district playoff round matchups for the Lady Rebels and Lady Bulldogs are scheduled for next week.
Former RockHounds trainer receives promotion within A’s organization
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
A former athletic trainer for the Midland RockHounds has been appointed to the Athletics player development staff for 2025.
House passes bill prohibiting federal ban on hydraulic fracturing
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Protecting American Energy Production Act, introduced by Congressman August Pfluger from Texas.
PJ Neal delivers 11 points and 4 rebounds in Ouachita Baptist Tigers’ loss to Southwestern Oklahoma State Bulldogs
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
Former Legacy High School star PJ Neal hit the hardwood in the Ouachita Baptist Tigers’ loss to Southwestern Oklahoma State Bulldogs on Thursday, February 6.
Leia Beattie records 9 rebounds and 9 points in Northern Arizona Lumberjacks’ loss to Montana State Bobcats
By Midland Times | Feb 7, 2025
Former Midland Classical Academy star Leia Beattie hit the hardwood in the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks’ loss to Montana State Bobcats on Thursday, February 6.
Permian High School athlete Justin Greene signs with UTPB
By DaLeesa Brown | Feb 7, 2025
Justin Greene, an offensive lineman from Permian High School, officially signed to play football for the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB). A signing event was held on Feb. 5, where Greene celebrated with friends and family.
Entertainment event this weekend in Midland County: Friday, Feb. 7 - Sunday, Feb. 9
By Midland Times | Feb 6, 2025
Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Midland County this weekend.
MPD supports athletes at Special Olympics Area 18 Basketball Competition in Odessa
By Midland Times | Feb 6, 2025
The Midland Police Department (MPD) participated alongside other West Texas law enforcement agencies in the Special Olympics Area 18 Basketball Competition, held on the campus of Odessa College in Odessa on February 1.
Bynum School hosts weekly student-run concession store
By Midland Times | Feb 6, 2025
Bynum School has extended an invitation to the public to assist its students in gaining practical learning experiences by visiting their weekly concession store.