Good Day
Midland
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Airport officials reported yesterday that 55,301 passengers left Midland International Air & Space Port—more than 10% above the 10-year average. Boardings dropped from April 2025’s records, and fiscal year-to-date net parking revenue is nearly on pace with last year. City of Midland
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ According to the Census Bureau, Midland’s population is now estimated at 147,615 + a 2.7% increase over last year, the highest among major West Texas cities. This growth follows steady rises from 2000 to 2025. City of Midland
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Celebration of the Arts Festival & Block Party
10 AM – 5 PM — Bush Convention Center — No entry fee — A vibrant showcase of local artistry and family-friendly entertainment.
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Classic Car Show — Midland AF
10 AM – 1 PM — Bush Convention Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day filled with classic cars, family games, and an indoor art festival.
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Free Tai Chi Gung Outdoors
9-10 a.m. — Watersong Wild Space — Free entry — Experience tranquility through outdoor Tai Chi Gung sessions in a serene wildlife preserve setting.
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Live Music with Eric Baker
6-9 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Enjoy an evening of live music in a cozy dining atmosphere.
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Brews & Tunes
7 PM – 1 AM — The Waystone — Free entry — Kick back with drinks and enjoy live music by Liam Marlowe.
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Live Music with Greg Ian Blaine
6-9 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Reservation recommended — Enjoy an evening of live music with Greg Ian Blaine in a cozy setting.
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TCBG Kids Football Camp
5-7 p.m. — Reyes-Mashburn-Nelms Park — Free entry — Young athletes can enhance their football skills through fun drills and games led by Black Gold players and coaches.
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Live Music and Evening Dining
6-9 p.m. — Cafe at the Gardens — No cover — Enjoy a relaxed garden atmosphere with live music, great food, and local artists.
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Kids Night Out at The Studio
6-9 p.m. — The Studio by Kidd's & Canvas — $5 for pizza — A fun-filled evening for kids featuring painting, games, and crafts while parents take a night off.
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Courtney's Company Live
7:00-11:59 p.m. — The Destination Midland — $10 — Enjoy a lively night of dance and sing-along with a dynamic band blending country soul and classic rock hits.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The shoe that fits one person pinches another.
~ Carl Jung
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