Good Day
Midland
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Clara Edwards retired Dec. 31, 2025, from the City Bank branch in Monahans after a 77-year career in banking. She warmly greeted customers each day and helped introduce softball to young women in the community. CBS7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rodeo professionals Whitney and McCoy Profili carry on their family tradition at the Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo at Ector County Coliseum until Saturday, Jan. 17 — their daughter Harper joins the ride as they compete in team and breakaway roping before heading to Fort Worth and additional Texas Swing events. CBS7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Midland held four trash drop-off events in 2025, collecting over 21,000 tires, 200 batteries, 2,100 gallons of oil and nearly 10 tons of trash; officials said another event will be held this spring. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Postal services at Stanton Post Office were suspended immediately because of an HVAC fire, and operations have been relocated to Tarzan Post Office at 2764 State Highway 176, where pickup is available Monday to Friday (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) with limited retail hours. CBS7
- ➤ A report by Midland Animal Services on January 12 shows that in December, 95 animals were adopted, 57 were returned to their owners, and 57 were transferred, compared to 86 euthanasias, which brought the live release rate to 72%. City of Midland
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Midland College swept Odessa College Monday in a doubleheader as the Lady Chaps edged the Lady Wranglers 60–58 — their first win in the series since 2023 — while the Chaparrals secured a top-10 victory. Midland College will now face Frank Phillips College while Odessa College plays Western Texas College Jan. 15. NewsWest9
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SLB Permian Digital Tech Day
9:00 a.m. — Bush Convention Center — Registration required — Explore digital solutions transforming unconventional operations in the Permian Basin.
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Midland Art Crawl Open Mic — Frost & Flame
6-11 p.m. — Cotton Flat Records — Free entry — Experience local art, live music, and a cozy open mic atmosphere perfect for winter nights.
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Orangetheory Midland 2026 Kickoff Party
8 AM-1:30 PM — Orangetheory Fitness — Free entry — Celebrate 10 years of fitness fun with local vendors, food, and free classes.
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Georgie's Place Opening Soon
5-10 p.m. — Georgie's Place — Reservations recommended — A new restaurant by Chef Chip Hight brings delicious dining options to downtown Midland.
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Family Literacy Day Musical Performance
5:30-6:30 PM — Midland County Downtown Library — Registration required — A lively musical performance by local artist Sean McGaughey to celebrate Family Literacy Day.
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Bubble Trouble
7-10 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — $18.67 – $29.82 — Experience a creative bubble extravaganza filled with comedy, music, and interactive bubble-magic.
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Tech Help Session
1-4 p.m. — Midland County Downtown Library — Free assistance — Get guidance on your tech questions with a volunteer tutor at the library.
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Bebeshito Live Concert
8:00–11:00 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the infectious energy of Cuban urban music sensation Bebeshito.
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The Blue Door Book Club
7-9 p.m. — The Blue Door — Free entry — Gather with friends to discuss the books you love over refreshments in a cozy setting.
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GNO Galentines Celebration
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Midland Social Event Space — Ticket required — A fun-filled evening of cocktails and candle crafting with your bestie.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.
~ Albert Einstein
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