Good morning, Midland.

Today, Midland Soup Kitchen—free and open to all—invites the community to meet Kathleen Herles, the original voice of Dora the Explorer, who will sign autographs and take photos during two sessions from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry is facing a summer surge as three local non-profits bus guests to its lunch service, causing one pantry to be empty and the others to run low—prompting appeals for canned food donations and volunteer support.

The ministry urges the community to help by organizing food drives and contributing supplies.

The Midland County Fire Marshal’s Office Environmental Enforcement Division and Midland Crime Stoppers are asking for tips on an illegal dumping incident that occurred on May 17 and May 18 at 7509 FM 307—semi-truck tires were dumped and tip leads may earn up to $3,000 in rewards.

The Bynum School in Midland runs Cruising Cuppa Joe — a coffee shop run by students with disabilities that teaches food safety, recipe following, and customer service.

The program gives them hands-on experience and builds real-world skills for independence.

Midland ISD broke ground this morning at the former Ranchland Hills Golf Club site for the new Midland High School campus to support growing student numbers, plus it will open in August.

Midland ISD broke ground on a new high school site today — part of a 2023 bond that represents a historic investment in Midland students' future — as district officials said the project will bring improved learning facilities.

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.

America Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $112 — Catch the iconic band America live in concert.

Arkansas Travelers vs Midland RockHounds Baseball Game

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball game between the Arkansas Travelers and the Midland RockHounds.