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West Texas Food Bank receives Blue Impact Grant

The West Texas Food Bank was awarded a Blue ImpactSM grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX). The grant will fund the expansion of senior food distribution programs, focusing on providing fresh produce to elderly residents in need.


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TheaterWorksUSA to present Dog Man: The Musical in 2025

TheaterWorksUSA’s "Dog Man: The Musical" is a production based on the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, known for creating "Captain Underpants" and "Cat Kid Comic Club."


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Ginger Hardage to speak on corporate culture at UTPB

The Shepperd Leadership Institute will host a lecture by Ginger Hardage, an expert in corporate culture and former Senior Vice President of Culture and Communications at Southwest Airlines. The event is part of the Distinguished Lecture Series at the University of Texas Permian Basin.


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Halloween movie night at Wagner Noël PAC features Hocus Pocus

The Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center will host a special Halloween edition of Cinema Under the Stars on October 20th, featuring the film "Hocus Pocus." The event is free for students, faculty, and staff of the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) with valid IDs and costs $10 for community members.


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Wagner Noël PAC wins Midland readers' choice awards

Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center (WNPAC) has been recognized in the 2024 Midland Reporter-Telegram's Readers' Choice Awards. This marks the 13th consecutive year that WNPAC has been voted as the Best Event Venue. Additionally, for the seventh year since the category was established in 2017, WNPAC has also been voted as the Best Live Music Venue.


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Ken Flores to perform 'Sorry For The Weight' Tour at WNPAC

Ken Flores is bringing his "Sorry For The Weight" Tour to WNPAC on Aug. 16.


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Wagner Noël PAC to host volunteer usher recruitment event

The Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center (PAC) is hosting a volunteer usher recruitment event on August 17 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The session will take place at the venue at 1301 FM 1788 on a satellite campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin (UTPB).


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Sibley Nature Center's Camera Club: A hub for Midland's photography enthusiasts

The Sibley Nature Center's Camera Club in Midland, Texas, has become a vibrant community hub for photography enthusiasts of all skill levels.


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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight to tour USA in March

After mesmerizing audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the USA once again. The 90-minute spectacle combines iconic Rock and Metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy.


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America's Got Talent All-Stars coming to Wagner Noël PAC

MALEVO, the "South American Sensation," was created by director, choreographer, and dancer Matías Jaime. The company has re-envisioned the Argentine dance of Malambo, a traditional folkloric dance originally performed by Gauchos of the Pampas region, elevating it to a modern and avant-garde vision.


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Beatles tribute band The Fab Four set for Midland performance

Jon Fikes has been a dedicated fan of The Beatles since the age of 10. His admiration for the legendary band led him to portray John Lennon in The Fab Four, a Beatles tribute band.


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Historic Bush Family Home: A Midland treasure with a legacy of learning and community engagement

The Bush Family Home State Historic Site, a modest residence in Midland, Texas, holds a remarkable legacy.


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Midland Memorial Hospital recognized for quality heart attack care

Midland Memorial Hospital has been awarded the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Center Gold Plus recognition. This accolade highlights the hospital's dedication to providing rapid, research-based care for patients experiencing ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), a severe and dangerous type of heart attack.


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Wagner Noël PAC announces cancellation of upcoming show

The Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center announced a mass refund following the cancellation of the Los Dos Carnales concert, which was originally scheduled for August 2.


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Sibley Nature Center's Education Garden: A flourishing hub of horticultural learning

Nestled within 49 acres of trails and wild nature, the Sibley Nature Center’s Education Garden serves as a vibrant educational resource for the Midland community.


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Salsa Fiesta brings rhythms and community to The Destination

Salsa Fiesta, a vibrant dance community focused on salsa and bachata, is making waves in West Texas.


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Midland Memorial Hospital receives national recognition for quality care in treating heart attacks

Midland Memorial Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Coronary Artery Disease NSTEMI Gold with Target: Type 2 Diabetes recognition for its commitment to offering rapid, research-based care to people experiencing a specific type of heart attack known as a non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI).


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The Pink Pug: A fun and fashionable boutique

The Pink Pug, at 4300 Midland Dr Suite 109 & 111 in Midland, stands out as a unique and vibrant shopping destination.


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Midland County Historical Society director: 'Our work helps fuel curiosity, knowledge, and empathy, which are essential for a vibrant community'

The Midland County Historical Society, founded in 1956 by the Friends of the Midland County Library, has long been a beacon of historical preservation and community involvement.


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Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center to host Beatles-centric show

Beatlemania will be relived in the Permian Basin for one night only when the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center hosts The Fab Four -- The Ultimate Tribute on August 23. The Beatles-centric show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., with doors opening to guests an hour prior.