Good Day
Midland
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Midland Parks and Rec added new aquatic center sessions on August 23, 24, 30, 31 and September 1—residents can plan their visits accordingly. City of Midland
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 33-year-old man named Raven Wesley Shaw was killed Thursday night when his Harley Davidson collided with a BMW at the intersection of East Business 20 — County Road 1160 after the driver failed to yield, and DPS said the investigation is ongoing. CBS7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Midland police arrested 18-year-old Aiden Navarrete for his alleged role in a May 20 gang fight in Midland—he now faces a $150,000 bond for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon as investigators work on unmasking all involved. NewsWest9
- ➤ A Midland man was arrested on Aug. 14 when SWAT and narcotics teams searched a home on E. Pecan Ave that led to the discovery of methamphetamine, cocaine, THC, marijuana, and several firearms—42-year-old Manuel Trevino Padilla now faces charges for drug manufacture/delivery and a federal detainer for unlawful firearm possession by a felon. CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In July, the Midland MSA posted the lowest unemployment rate in Texas—nearly one and a half percentage points below the national average of 4.6%—which shows a strong local job market. City of Midland
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Midland County added the final beam to its new courthouse annex—marking the first key milestone in a project that will bring several offices together. The annex is set to open in September and will help save on utility costs. NewsWest9
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Storytime: The Worrysaurus
11:00-11:30 a.m. — Museum of the Southwest — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful storytime that helps children overcome worries through charming illustrations and text.
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~ Eckhart Tolle
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