Good morning, Midland.

Pastor Steve Brooks and his family returned to Midland after sheltering in Israel amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran during their Holy Land pilgrimage.

They were evacuated with help from a rescue foundation — and a second group of 145 travelers is still on its way home.

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation shut down six massage parlors in Midland and Big Spring for suspected human trafficking after investigators found ads for sexual services, unlicensed employees living onsite, and other violations—officials said all establishments are owned by Wanli Peng—and the owner was barred from operating additional massage businesses.

After a failed bond election, Midland College launched a plan to repurpose classroom space into specialized lab areas to support high demand technical education and health science programs.

The college is renewing its campus and will enroll additional students starting Fall 2025—aiming to meet local workforce needs.

Randy Ham, Executive Director of Odessa Arts, was named Chair of the Statewide Hotel Occupancy Tax Task Force and will lead the group as it develops tax guidelines for hotels under the new statewide role.

The Midland County Utility District ended its contracts with Permian Basin Water Resources, LLC, Paleo Land Company, and Park Water Company — letting it operate independently as a political subdivision — and it does not provide water to any customers yet.

It will start serving water to the Midland County Jail and Greenwood ISD’s new campus by early 2026.

Live Music with Bo Zertuche

6-9 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Enjoy an evening of live music in a charming atrium setting.

Family Fridays

10 AM – 2 PM — Museum of the Southwest — Free with admission — A weekly adventure packed with hands-on activities and science experiments for all ages.

Prenatal Yoga Class

9-10 a.m. — Centennial Park — Free attendance — Enjoy a calming prenatal yoga session taught by certified instructors in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Amarillo Sod Poodles at Midland RockHounds

1-4 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Tickets required — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between local teams.

Amarillo Sod Poodles at Midland RockHounds

1:00–4:00 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup in Midland.

Amarillo Sod Poodles vs. Midland RockHounds

1-4 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between local favorites.

Texas Battle Bowl 2025

July 11-13 — Bush Convention Center — Competitor 3 day pass required — Witness fierce gaming competitions with a prize pool exceeding $35,000.

Rock the Rind Tall City Triathlon

8 AM — COM Aquatics, INC. — Registration fees apply — Compete in sprint triathlons for individuals or relays in this community sports event.

Summer Sunday Lawn Concert: Small Town

7-10 p.m. — Museum of the Southwest — Free entry — Enjoy great hits from country, classic, rock and more under the stars.

Golf Pro Payments Western Championship

July 14-15 — Midland Country Club — Entry fees apply — Compete in a thrilling 36-hole stroke play competition.