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Midland
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Midland High School’s Students in Philanthropy program awarded a $2,000 grant to Spectrum of Solutions, a local non-profit that supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The grant will fund daily operations and services for 84 adults + 100 children, and the organization will host a dance on May 9 at Stonegate Fellowship. CBS7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Odessa Police said they are searching for 35-year-old Colby 'Casper' Neft, who was reported missing on April 29th and was last seen near 8th Street & Pittsburgh wearing a red 'Spiderman' hoodie and black pants. CBS7
- ➤ A Midland man, 38-year-old Lance Earl, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for possessing a controlled substance at a correctional facility—his prior drug convictions and federal felony for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine influenced the jury's decision. CBS7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Odessa College are urged to plan daily study routines and take breaks to reduce stress as they prepare for upcoming final exams later this month—advice from students like reviewing notes each night and avoiding social media distractions—and this approach may help them finish the semester strong. CBS7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas Pacific Water Resources cleaned produced water from fracking and successfully used it to water an alfalfa garden outside Midland with no contaminants detected. The company will seek state permission to release millions of gallons of treated water into the Pecos River for farmers amid growing water shortages—an effort that experts say may take several years to complete. KSAT
- ➤ Industry professionals and regulators from across Texas gathered at Bush Convention Center for Midland College’s annual seminar to review new environmental rules affecting oil and gas operations. The event also recognized Atlas Energy Solutions—whose innovative project reduces truck miles and cuts emissions—as a model for safer and more sustainable industry practices. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Brooks Landgraf said House Bill 2730 passed the Texas House and will move to the Senate; the bill stops chief appraisers from asking homeowners to reapply for their homestead exemptions without a valid reason—reducing extra paperwork for Texans. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mateo Nevarez, 3, is getting therapy at PBRC to overcome his vision challenges and learn to stand and walk with more independence. He is making steady progress in his treatment, showing growth with each session. NewsWest9
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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.
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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.
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Mahjong at the Museum
A Sip & Shop Tile Matching Charity Evening for the Museum of the Southwest.
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Mahjong at the Museum
A Sip & Shop Tile Matching Charity Evening for the Museum of the Southwest.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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