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Midland
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Midland Rape Crisis and Children's Advocacy Center is hosting its second annual Back-to-School Giveback to support children who have experienced trauma and financial hardship — the event aims to offer essential resources to affected families. NewsWest9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alejandro Muro was arrested in connection with a gang-related assault on N. Weatherford Street that injured multiple people earlier in May, and warrants have been issued for two others (Donovan Levario, Aiden Navarrete) as the investigation continues. CBS7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ellen Noël Art Museum is hosting a raffle to support its new building that will open later this year — tickets cost $20 each or six for $100 and the prize is a Louis Vuitton tote valued at $2,400; the drawing will occur on Aug 14. CBS7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas public school students will soon be required to keep their personal devices out of sight during the school day starting Sept. 1 due to a new state law signed by Gov. Greg Abbott on June 20—local districts will set their own rules with exemptions for medical or special needs. Some Midland parents are split on the change, citing concerns over emergency communication while officials say the ban will reduce classroom distractions. NewsWest9
- ➤ UTPB is using virtual reality and artificial intelligence to help special needs students practice daily tasks and build confidence while giving teachers hands-on training for classroom challenges. The program (developed by UTPB’s College of Education and Information Technology Services) has gained national attention and will expand teacher training this fall. NewsWest9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders say the next CRMWD agreement will save the city $100M over 30 years — the plan is expected to lower long-term expenses and improve fiscal stability. City of Midland
SHOP NEWS
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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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Cosmic Conversations: Exploring Synchronicities
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — Free entry — Discover the magic of spirit signs and share your stories in a safe, welcoming circle.
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~ Benjamin Disraeli
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