Friday, March 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ector County Library hosted a ribbon cutting today for the Words of Wheels Mobile Sprinter Van—designed to bring nearly all library services to people who cannot visit the library. NewsWest9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Odessa PD said Thursday that a man who is not yet identified allegedly used a stolen credit card to purchase hundreds of dollars of merchandise from several Odessa stores—if anyone recognizes him, they should call Detective Y. Rincon at 432-335-4937 or Odessa Crime Stoppers and reference Case #25-0000988. NewsWest9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today the Midland Festival Ballet hosted a costume reveal at the I-20 Wildlife Preserve—displaying historic costumes and holding an interactive reading for students—in preparation for their Firebird performance; they will perform next weekend at Wagner Noël on March 29th and 30th with dancers from New York City Ballet. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USDA budget cuts may force some food banks in the Permian Basin to reduce operations—cutting assistance programs for local families—if new funding is not found. NewsWest9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Midland Health Department confirmed an adult measles case last Thursday morning — potentially linked to international travel — and began contact tracing to identify exposed individuals. The department urged residents to check their immunization records and talk with their healthcare providers. NewsWest9
SHOP NEWS
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Robert Earl Keen Concert in Midland
Renowned singer-songwriter Robert Earl Keen will perform a live concert featuring a mix of country, bluegrass, and rock music at The Tailgate in Midland.
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An Evening with Dr. Abraham Verghese
7-8 p.m. | Al G Langford Chaparral Center | Free entry | Engage with a renowned author and physician discussing the future of healthcare and the human experience in medicine.
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Randy Rogers Band Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Tailgate — $20 GA, $10 minor upcharge — Enjoy live music from the Randy Rogers Band in a vibrant atmosphere with food trucks.
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Protect Your Business Annual Cybersecurity Forum
9-11:30 a.m. — Midland Community Theatre — Free entry — Learn essential cybersecurity strategies to protect your small business from cyber threats.
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Apothecary Night: Crafting Calm and Gratitude
7:30-9:30 p.m. | Earth, Body, & Soul | $30 | Create calming and gratitude-infusing items while enjoying a cozy evening of relaxation and connection.
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Basin Burnout BBQ Cook-off & Music Festival
The Basin Burnout BBQ Cook-off & Music Festival is an annual fundraising event featuring a BBQ cooking competition, live entertainment, and activities for families while supporting local veterans.
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Virtual Tour of Brookdale Midland
9 AM - 7 PM | Brookdale Midland | Free entry | Explore one of the top-rated senior living communities known for exceptional care and engaging activities.
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Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live
7:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Sailor Moon in this live performance extravaganza.
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Yoga for Empaths & Spiritually Minded Individuals
7-8:30 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — Cost not specified — A soulful yoga practice designed for sensitive souls to find balance and tranquility.
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Mat Pilates at The Preserve
9-10 a.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free for community members — Energizing Pilates session to strengthen your core amidst nature.
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