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Midland
Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcyclist—Samuel Dean Diaz, 21—was killed Wednesday night in Midland when his motorcycle struck a pickup truck and hit a guardrail. NewsWest9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Midland International recorded its highest passenger count in April as over 60,000 travelers set a new record—airport officials said the strong performance reflects growing travel demand and promises further gains in the coming months. City of Midland
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ During Teacher Appreciation Week at Yarbrough Elementary in Midland, principal Jill Arthur is retiring after 50 years in education—she spent 20 years as a teacher and 10 years as principal while helping create the school and build community ties. Although she is stepping down, she will stay involved with the school district to continue supporting local students and educators. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Media leaders and community advocates at Basin PBS said that public media is essential for rural areas facing federal funding cuts— they warned that the cuts could harm access to important local news. NewsWest9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Midland Health Department warned that this season’s first West Texas heat wave can cause five serious heat illnesses such as heat rash, sunburn, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. John Floyd said residents should drink water, wear light clothing and sunscreen and get help fast if signs of heat stroke appear—like a body temperature above 103°F. CBS7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ West Texas native Chef Alejandro Barrientos, who competed on Chopped, will appear on Food Network’s new show Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out—official air date and details are pending. NewsWest9
SHOP NEWS
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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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Garden Witch Plant Charm Make & Take
3-5 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $30 — Create your own plant charm while cultivating abundance and protection in a cozy crafting experience.
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Yoga for Empaths & the Spiritually Minded
6-7 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $12 — Experience a calming Yin Yoga class with meditation and aromatherapy designed for empaths and spiritually minded individuals.
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Jen Kramer Live
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience world-class sleight-of-hand and a captivating performance from an award-winning magician.
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1950s Summer Movie Series - The Thing from Another World
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Bush Family Home State Historic Site — Bring your own snacks — Relive classic monster movies from the 1950s under the stars with activities for the whole family.
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Frisco Roughriders vs. Midland RockHounds
1-4 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — General admission ticket pricing — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup in Midland.
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