Good Day
Midland
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Construction is underway at the old Nueva Vista Golf Club where Zoo Midland and The Preserve at Midland are being built with a walking trail around a fishing pond. The Preserve at Midland — a new family-friendly space with dining, retail and entertainment — is set to open in 2027. CBS7
- ➤ Main Street Live returns to downtown Midland today with food, dancing, and a performance by country star Wynonna Judd set to take the stage at 8 p.m. The event takes place at the intersection of Main Street, Texas Avenue, and Illinois Avenue and also features a live auction and table sales to support Basin PBS (amid ongoing funding challenges). CBS7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deputies arrested 31-year-old Jeran Loschiavo and 33-year-old John Mcclellan for the May 9 arson at Second Chance Fellowship Church in Odessa—while they continue searching for 36-year-old Morgan Dewey Pelton, the suspected third perpetrator. NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Midland ISD said the STAAR End of Course test results have been received so students waiting for results can walk during graduation this spring—MISD will notify parents soon. NewsWest9
- ➤ Texas lawmakers passed a sweeping school voucher law today that lets families use public funds for private school costs—local private school officials reacted with concerns about its impact. NewsWest9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Midland International Air & Space Port will add a third TSA checkpoint in the second week of June to help manage holiday travel — officials advise that travelers without a Real ID should arrive early for extra screening time. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts from the Odessa YMCA say pool safety is a basic life skill and advise parents to have children wear Coast Guard-approved life jackets and stay supervised to prevent drowning— the top accidental killer for kids under five. The YMCA will open its swimming pools Saturday to offer swimming lessons and further safety tips. CBS7
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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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Blue October Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the emotional and uplifting music of Blue October in a captivating live performance.
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Wade Bowen Concert and Cook-Off
1-11:30 p.m. — The Tailgate — $30+ — Enjoy a full day of cooking and music with a vibrant community atmosphere.
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