Good morning, Midland.

Senior Life Midland held its annual Beat the Heat Fan Drive yesterday to collect cooling fans for homebound-seniors in Midland and Odessa to help them beat the summer heat.

The group reached its goal of 150 community-donated fans and will continue accepting online donations as high temperatures and rising costs challenge local seniors.

A fire on Sequoia Drive in northwest Midland displaced one family on June 29 when firefighters found the home empty — no injuries were reported and the Red Cross was notified as the investigation continues.

The Midland Police Department reported that a motorcyclist was in critical condition after a crash Saturday on the 3600 block of W.

Illinois Ave when a 2003 Kawasaki not wearing protective gear was struck from behind by a 2022 BMW 550—police said the rider was ejected and taken to Midland Memorial Hospital as the investigation continues.

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.

Storytime: You're My Little Firecracker

11:00-11:30 a.m. — Museum of the Southwest — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of childhood with a festive reading of a vibrant storybook about parental love and excitement.