Good morning, Midland.

The Board of Directors of Keep Midland Beautiful will recruit volunteers to pick up litter near the exits at Loop 250 and Midland Drive on May 1st (noon to 1:00 p.m.) as part of the ongoing Great American Clean-Up/Don't Mess with Texas Trash Off event that runs through May 31st.

Midland Community Theatre will host a fundraising dinner for the PUFFS Sorting Ceremony benefitting the theatre on May 1 at 6:00 p.m. Attendees will be sorted into Smarts, Braves, Snakes or Puffs and are advised to dress in their house colors—tickets cost $75 for adults and $50 for kids.

Rachael Denhollander spoke at the 5th Annual Women of Courage Luncheon in Midland—she is known as the first woman to publicly pursue charges against USA Gymnastics Dr. Larry Nassar.

Odessa Police Department extended condolences to Dawson County Sheriff’s Office and the family of fallen Deputy Jessie Perez — who died on April 22 at about 12:30 p.m. in Lamesa after debris from a commercial vehicle struck him during a traffic stop on West US 180.

The Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin hosted its 2025 Literacy Summit in Midland to offer free training for educators and workforce advocates.

Leaders met to discuss low literacy levels and practical steps to improve reading skills—an effort aimed at boosting local workforce readiness.

On Saturday, May 3, voters in Ector, Midland and Howard County will vote on ballots that include at least two propositions with local races in Ector and Howard County.

Midland ballots will ask for a $450 million bond for Midland College and a $645 million water systems bond while Ector ballots include a $325 million bond for Odessa College upgrades and Howard ballots include five propositions (covering bonds and an emergency services district).

Hot Dog Run

8:30-9:30 a.m. — Allison Fine Arts Building — Free entry — Celebrate your furry friends at Midland's favorite dog-friendly race.

Hatha Yoga at The Preserve

4-5 p.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free for registered members — Experience the restorative power of Hatha Yoga amid nature’s tranquility.

Mahjong at the Museum

A Sip & Shop Tile Matching Charity Evening for the Museum of the Southwest.

Mahjong at the Museum

A Sip & Shop Tile Matching Charity Evening for the Museum of the Southwest.

William Beckmann Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — The Tailgate — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of William Beckmann, blending storytelling and music in an intimate setting.

Hatha Yoga Sessions

4-5 p.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free for registered community members — Enjoy gentle yoga in nature that harmonizes breath and movement for relaxation and well-being.

Mat Pilates at The Preserve

9-10 a.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free & Open to Registered Community Members — Strengthen your core and enhance flexibility in a rejuvenating outdoor Pilates session.

Main Street Live featuring Wynonna Judd

6-11 p.m. — Basin Pbs — Early Bird Tickets $100 — Enjoy a night headlined by country music legend Wynonna Judd with a cash bar and sponsorship opportunities.

Cultivate Your Chi: Tai Chi & Qigong

9-10 a.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — Tickets required — Experience authentic Tai Chi and Qigong with expert instruction in a supportive group setting.

Seether Concert in Midland

7:30 – 9:00 PM — The Tailgate — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the thrills of Seether's tour with P.O.D. and Nonpoint.

A Talk by Steven Porterfield

6-7:30 p.m. — Ellen Noël Art Museum — Limited seating — Explore the world of antiques with vintage expert Steven Porterfield.