Good morning, Midland.

Midland Fire responded today to a blaze at the Polo Parkway apartment complex—firefighters quickly controlled the flames and are investigating the cause.

Midland fire crews responded to an apartment fire at Polo Park Apartments near Polo Parkway and Loop 250 N Frontage Road—shutting down the westbound north service road as First Alert 7 gathered information.

Holten Cole Parker, a 26-year-old man convicted in 2020 for drug dealing, was arrested again in Odessa and is now in jail.

UT Permian Basin held its State of the University event today, where President Sandra Woodley announced plans for academic reorganization and renaming colleges to better support local workforce needs.

She highlighted growth with 1,616 students receiving free tuition, 70 percent of graduates staying in the area, a 39 percent rise in alumni since 2016, and ongoing campus renovations—efforts that point to a stronger future for the university.

City officials say that sales tax collections are $2M ahead of budget this fiscal year, reflecting strong revenue performance.

The Midland County Office of Emergency Management is holding its second and final public meeting for the Hazard Mitigation Plan tonight to gather community input on reducing natural disaster risks.

The plan will be finalized by September and then must be approved by the Texas Division of Emergency Management and FEMA.

MTLCA Varsity Baseball Game Against MCA

4-5:45 p.m. — Midland Classical Academy Upper School — Free entry — Catch a thrilling non-conference varsity baseball matchup between local teams Midland Classical Academy and Midland Texas Leadership Charter Academy.

Hatha Yoga in Nature

4-5 p.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free & Open to Registered Community Members — Experience the restorative power of Hatha Yoga surrounded by nature.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-9:20 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant music and dance of Ireland in a captivating live performance.

2025 AADE National Technical Conference

8 AM – 4 PM — Bush Convention Center — Registration fees apply — Explore the latest innovations and case histories in the drilling industry at this technical conference.

Hadestown Musical

6:30-11:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the acclaimed Broadway musical in an unforgettable night of song and storytelling.

Midland RockHounds vs. Corpus Christi Hooks

7-11 p.m. — Momentum Bank Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting minor league baseball showdown between the RockHounds and Hooks.

Corpus Christi Hooks at Midland RockHounds

7 p.m. — Momentum Bank Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball action between the Hooks and RockHounds.

MC Spring Career Fair

10 AM-1 PM — Midland College — Free entry — Connect with top talent at Midland College's Spring Career Fair for excellent hiring opportunities.

Jon Kott Band Performance

6-9 p.m. — The Venue at Live Oak — Tickets available — Experience the lively sounds of the Jon Kott Band in an energetic atmosphere.

Midland Taco & Margarita Festival

12-6 p.m. — Fair to Midland — Ticket prices vary — Savor a fiesta of tacos and margaritas featuring live music and local vendors.