Good morning, Midland.

Zoo Midland honors Director Jason Green for his vital work during National Zookeeper Week as it spotlights animal care and key improvements.

The zoo is constructing four new buildings in the Upper Savannah (event, giraffe and rhino barns) and will open in late 2028.

Midland city crews are responding to a manhole collapse near the intersection of Main and Wall, closing the southbound lanes of Main Street and advising drivers to take alternate routes until repairs begin.

Midland ISD school trustees voted Tuesday to sue state officials, arguing that the Robin Hood recapture system limits local tax control and forces them to pay (over $83 million) annually, which restricts funds for essential school services.

Midland County will host a free Tire, Oil and Battery Recycling Event on Saturday, July 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Road and Bridge Department on E.

Highway 80 — residents can drop off tires, used motor oil, and batteries to help keep waste out of landfills.

Midland Memorial Hospital has partnered with Championship Hearts to offer free teen heart screenings to catch hidden heart problems; parents with teens aged 12 to 18 can use a 20-minute noninvasive test (electrocardiogram and ultrasound) to detect conditions early.

On days when temperatures reach 95°F or higher, the Salvation Army opens cooling shelters in Midland and Odessa from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to provide air conditioning, ice cold water, and relief for residents in need.

Midland Health Services provided 721 vaccines in June, raising its yearly total to 4,332, and kept 684 appointments that brought its count to 3,142—figures that reflect ongoing efforts in local healthcare.

The department also conducted inspections and outreach for young residents.

Cocktails & Karaoke Night in Midland

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hoop and Barrel — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening of cocktails and karaoke in a lively atmosphere.

Reiki Energy Reset Clinic

12-3 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $10 — Experience revitalizing Reiki energy cleanses to restore balance and harmony.

Outdoor Movie Nights at Little Woodrow's

7-10 p.m. — Little Woodrow's Midland — Free entry — Cozy up for summer movie classics under the stars with s'mores and themed cocktails.

Monthly Open Mic Night at Midland Community Theatre

7-9 p.m. — Midland Community Theatre — Free entry — Showcase your talent or support friends in a community celebration of creativity.

Live Music and Evening Dining at Cafe at the Gardens

6-9 p.m. — Cafe at the Gardens — No cover — Enjoy live music and relaxed dining in a garden-side atmosphere.

Fun Friday Art Camp — Midland

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Studio by Kidd's & Canvas — Check for availability — Engage in creative fun with painting, crafts, slime-making, and games every Friday.

7th Annual MCLA Backyard Bash

5-11:30 p.m. — Midland County Horseshoe — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of live music and auctions to support 4H and FFA youth in Midland.

Live Music and Evening Dining at Café at the Gardens

6-9 p.m. — Café at the Gardens — No cover — Enjoy a relaxed garden-side atmosphere with local artists while dining and sipping cocktails.

Rodney Carrington Live

7-10 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Rodney Carrington at the performing arts center.