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Midland
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Midland educator Barbara Yarbrough celebrated her 90th birthday today after decades shaping students’ lives—her unwavering dedication has left a lasting impact on the community. NewsWest9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Smalls Sliders signed an agreement to expand in West Texas by opening two new locations in Midland and Odessa led by veteran operators Rehman, Talha and Tanweer Ahmed with partner William Bolling. The Midland outlet at 2301 W. Wall St. will have its Can Drop later this month while plans for Odessa will be announced soon. CBS7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brayan Castillo-Lopez, 31, was arrested in Midland County during a traffic stop on Thursday when deputies found five kilograms of cocaine in his vehicle — he now faces charges of possession with intent to distribute. NewsWest9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In July, employment in the Midland MSA increased by 2.8% compared with last year — the highest growth in West Texas, showing strong job gains for local residents. City of Midland
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Midland International Airport has begun planning for Labor Day weekend to manage rising travel demands. Officials say the plan aims to boost security and service — they are reviewing TSA guidelines to prepare for increased travel. NewsWest9
- ➤ Today the City of Midland honored Shirley Howard by dedicating a bench at Washington Park—she is best known for serving as president of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Club of Midland. NewsWest9
- ➤ Paxton (a one-year-old golden doodle) has joined Midland County Drug Court as its first therapy dog to provide comfort in Tuesday sessions—his owner, a licensed chemical dependency counselor, said that his calm presence eases stress for people in recovery. CBS7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UTPB Football moved its season opener to 12 p.m. Saturday at Astound Broadband Stadium due to potential thunderstorms. Tailgating will begin at 9 a.m. and the Falcon Walk with player arrivals, a pep rally, spirit teams and band will start at 10 a.m.—admission remains free for all games. NewsWest9
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Storytime: The Worrysaurus
11:00-11:30 a.m. — Fredda Turner Durham Children's Museum — Free entry — Settle in for a delightful reading of a charming tale about overcoming worries with a delightful dinosaur twist.
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Frisco Roughriders vs. Midland RockHounds
1:30-8 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup between the Frisco Roughriders and Midland RockHounds.
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ZZ Top Concert
8:00 - 9:30 PM — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience legendary rock and blues from the iconic band that's been captivating audiences for over 50 years.
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Frisco Roughriders vs. Midland RockHounds
7-8:30 p.m. — Scharbauer Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup between the Frisco Roughriders and Midland RockHounds.
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Cody Jinks Concert
5-7:30 p.m. — Midland County Horseshoe — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of country music from indie artist Cody Jinks.
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SeptemberFest Arts Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — Museum of the Southwest — $12 Adult, $8 Child, Free Child Under 3 — Celebrate West Texas heritage at this vibrant arts festival with food, music, and hands-on activities for all ages.
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Hatha Yoga at The Preserve
4-5 p.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free & Open to Registered Community Members — Experience a gentle and empowering yoga practice amidst nature's tranquility.
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