Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Midland.
Senior Life Midland partnered with the West Texas Food Bank to collect donations for seniors—a group they say is often overlooked during flooding in Central Texas and San Angelo.
The donations will be sent to help older residents affected by the floods.
Passenger numbers at Midland International are trending upward this fiscal year, with May figures nearing 71,000 passengers.
City officials say the rise in air travel will benefit local businesses — the airport plans to add resources to handle the increase.
Greenwood residents say their water remains unsafe and unreliable as households face repeated shut-offs amid ongoing development, and local officials say outdated state rules limit Midland County’s ability to address the crisis — county leaders will gather data and urge state representatives to close a legal loophole while residents seek help with filtered shower heads and bottled water. This issue persists despite growing calls for quicker government action to ensure a safe water supply.
Donna Mayfield, a Midland resident, said she has suffered bed bug bites in her apartment at The Clusters — where a February flood started the infestation and weekly pesticide sprays ruined her plants and hurt her granddaughter — and now she wants to end her lease after management dismissed her concerns.
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.
Paint & Sip for Whiskers & Tails
6-9 p.m. — Texas Sun Winery — 21+ Event — Create art while supporting animal welfare in West Texas.
Live Music with Bo Zertuche
6-9 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Enjoy an evening of delightful live music performances by Bo Zertuche in a cozy setting.
3rd Annual MIDLAND CHEETAH’S Youth Track and Field Meet and 5K Fun Run
6:00pm — Memorial Stadium — Registration Fee — Family-friendly youth track events and a fun run for all ages.
Cultivate Your Chi: Tai Chi & Qigong Experience
2-3 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — Check website for pricing — Engage in a soothing session of Tai Chi and Qigong to find balance and inner peace.
Tulsa Drillers at Midland RockHounds
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball showdown featuring the local Midland RockHounds.
Thursday Evening Dining & Live Music
6-9 p.m. — Cafe at the Gardens — Enjoy a curated evening of dining and live performances by local artists.
Brit Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute Concert
6:30-9 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ with an epic tribute show featuring stunning visuals and classic hits.
Tulsa Drillers vs. Midland RockHounds
1-2:30 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Check site for pricing — Enjoy a summer afternoon watching the Midland RockHounds take on the Tulsa Drillers in a minor league showdown.
Fair to Midland Second Saturdays
6-9 p.m. — Fair to Midland — Free entry — Swing by for live music, local vendors, and cold beers every Second Saturday.
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