Good morning, Midland.

Fix West Texas is teaming up with Midland Animal Shelter to give local dogs—many of whom face euthanasia—a temporary foster home and a chance to be adopted, while evaluators check each animal’s friendliness and temperament before they reach a new family.

Basin Lighthouse hosted an event that brought together community members (parents, law enforcement, mental health experts and educators) to tackle mental health and substance abuse challenges locally.

Midland Police Department arrested Luis Angel Corrujedo Flores, 34, from Gardendale on Thursday for a collision involving death after a July 23 incident in the 3600 block of Thomason Drive that fatally struck a pedestrian — officers tracked a gray Ford F-250 and gathered enough evidence leading to his arrest.

A jury found an Ector County woman guilty of murdering her disabled sister and sentenced her to life in prison with concurrent decades-long penalties for neglect and evidence tampering—charges that stemmed from a January 29, 2022 investigation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Storytime: The Worrysaurus

11:00-11:30 a.m. — Museum of the Southwest — Free entry — Cozy up for a sweet Saturday morning Storytime featuring Worrysaurus and his adventures.

Conversations in Fine Art with Randy Bryant

12-1 p.m. — Arts Council of Midland — Free admission — Discover unique jewelry art from award-winning jeweler Randy Bryant while enjoying refreshments.

Wanderlust Exhibition Reception

5:30-7 p.m. — Arts Council of Midland — Free entry — Celebrate the Wanderlust Exhibition featuring the work of film photographer Kayla Barker with drinks and appetizers.

Fly Into Fall Aviation Experience

2-7 p.m. — Midland Airpark — Free entry — An educational and interactive aviation experience featuring astronaut Gregory H. 'Box' Johnson.

That Mexican OT Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — The Tailgate — $63-$136 — Catch That Mexican OT live for an unforgettable concert experience in Midland.