Good morning, Midland.

The Odessa Chamber is in talks with data center companies for a project in Odessa under strict rules for electricity, water, and noise.

Chamber members will visit a Dallas site this week and the plan is expected to create 200 long-term jobs.

Latoya Mayberry, a local business owner and pastor, announced today she filed as a candidate for the Midland ISD Board of Trustees District 5 seat to improve parent communication, boost student outcomes, and retain experienced teachers (her campaign is informed by 17 years in early childhood education and community service).

The City of Midland is closing a lane on Wadley (between Amhurst and Whitney) from today to Aug.

18 for utility work.

Midland’s Tall City Brewing Invitational returns for its fifth year on Saturday, August 22 at Tall City Brewing Co. — the event now includes breweries from Mexico and Texas, with VIP entry at 2 p.m. and general admission at 3 p.m.

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.