Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Midland police arrested Isaiah Alex Diaz on July 21 + surveillance footage and blood evidence linked him to an assault at West Texas Inn that caused Cesar Salcedo’s fatal head injury. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Midland County Commissioners Court reversed its earlier decision to deny the Greenwood Country Estates plat after learning Texas law requires approval when all documentation is met. Judge Terry Johnson said residents remain concerned about water quality as Park Water adds two new supply wells—plans call for two more by month’s end—while the county must follow legal rules. CBS7
- ➤ The City of Midland is renegotiating a 1966 contract with the Colorado River Municipal Water District—officials say the new deal might lower water bills for residents. Local leaders plan to continue discussions in the coming months to finalize the changes. NewsWest9
- ➤ The filing period for Nov. 4 council elections has begun in Midland—candidates must submit their nomination forms following the city’s guidelines by the set deadline. City of Midland
- ➤ Jack Ladd Jr. filed to run for Midland City Council District 3—he currently serves his second term and is the first candidate to file ahead of the November 4 election, with the filing period closing on August 18 at 5:00 p.m.—to seek another term on the council. CBS7
- ➤ Jack Ladd filed on Tuesday to re-run for the District 3 seat on Midland City Council — he is the first candidate for the Nov. 4 ballot in central Midland and the filing period runs until 5 p.m. on Aug. 18. NewsWest9
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers received approval for a replat that will create more lots in Greenwood Country Estates. Midland County Judge Terry Johnson advised residents to send any water concerns to the TCEQ, Park Water, or the Public Utility Commission. NewsWest9
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Amarillo Sod Poodles vs Midland RockHounds
1:00 – 2:30 PM — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling Minor League Baseball showdown in Midland's scenic sports complex.
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10th Annual Permian Basin Conference & Exhibition
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Bush Convention Center — Entry fees apply — Explore cutting-edge practices in produced water management for the oil and gas industry.
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