Good morning, Midland.

The Odessa Family YMCA completed an ADA-accessible playground with wheelchair accessible surfacing, musical elements and a Merry-Go-All as part of its Play 4 All campaign — a ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Friday, Apr.

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A house fire near Sinclair Avenue ended with no injuries as first responders and volunteer Matthew Hill rescued several cats and the homeowner from the burning home.

Todd Brown transformed his life after a troubled past in drug selling & jail time by starting with selling burritos out of a cooler and growing his operation into a mobile trailer that now honors his late father's cherished barbecue recipe.

Midland ISD Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Howard was invited to join Texas Tech University’s TEXAS Fellowship advisory board—an initiative that offers virtual sessions and in-person meetings for emerging education leaders in Texas schools.

The Imagination Library of Ector County is expanding its program through a new statewide partnership with the Texas State Library & Archives Commission and the Education Foundation of Odessa.

The program will offer free monthly books for children ages 0 to 5 to boost early literacy.

The Ector County Health Department has notified mobile food vendors that a new state law shifts licensing responsibility to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

Vendors must prepare for a statewide licensing process that will begin on July 1, though current permits remain in effect until Dec. 31, 2026.

Karaoke Night in Midland

6-11 p.m. — The Destination Midland — Free entry — Sing your heart out on stage at this fun community karaoke night hosted by Average DJ Jake.

Mahjong & Mingle

1-3 p.m. — Love Affair Bookstore — Free entry — Experience the joy of mahjong in a cozy, book-filled setting with fellow enthusiasts.

Watersong Wild Space Trail Run

8-9 a.m. — Watersong Wild Space — No registration required — Enjoy a welcoming 5K trail run perfect for all ages and skill levels in the heart of nature.

All-Ages Painting Session: Springtime Sweetie

2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — The Studio by Kidd's & Canvas — Fun and creative time for families — Enjoy a guided painting session perfect for kids aged 5 and up.

Blippi Live: Be Like Blippi Tour

6-9 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy adventure with Blippi and Meekah, full of music and interactive fun for kids.

Live Music and Evening Dining

6-9 p.m. — Cafe at the Gardens — No cover — Enjoy local tunes while indulging in delicious food in a relaxed garden setting.

Neal McCoy Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Venue at Live Oak — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of country music with the legendary Neal McCoy.

Thundering Hooves Earth Day Event — Midland AF

1-3 p.m. — Bush Family Home State Historic Site — Family friendly event — Celebrate the bond between humans and horses through art, film, and eco-awareness.

Randy Travis: More Life Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the iconic music of Randy Travis and enjoy a special appearance by the legend himself.

Midnight Generation: Live at Midland College

7-9 p.m. — Al G Langford Chaparral Center — Free admission — Experience the electrifying sound of Midnight Generation with their high-energy retro pop funk live show.