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Midland
Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Midland residents will celebrate Mexican Independence Day tomorrow with a parade that begins at 10:00 a.m. at Bradford Park and finishes near South Elementary School, while an evening event at 3Generaciones Arena will feature El Grito with music, dance, and traditional foods. CBS7
- ➤ West Texas shows many hidden gems—scenic views and small town treasures—that invite visitors to explore the region’s unique charm. NewsWest9
- ➤ The Bush Family Home State Historic Site is collecting 9/11 memories from West Texans over the next 365 days, inviting visitors to share their recollections for a commemorative book to be displayed on the 25th anniversary next year. Site manager Troy Gray said the project—tied to President Bush's early career—is designed to preserve the memory of the 3,000 lost. CBS7
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Midland ISD Air Force JROTC cadets commemorated 9/11 in a memorial event where MISD staff — along with the Midland High School Band and local first responders — joined to honor those lost on that day. NewsWest9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city collected a record sales tax amount in September—officials say the earnings surpassed past figures—and the record reinforces strong local financial growth in 2025. City of Midland
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Midland County resident was diagnosed with West Nile Virus, the first case this year, after mosquitoes in the county tested positive for the virus in late July—causing health officials to advise residents to protect against mosquito bites. NewsWest9
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Crunch Midland is hosting the 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge—where participants will complete 110 steps on a stair master to match the floors of the World Trade Center—an event honoring the memory of 9/11. NewsWest9
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Alsie's Food Truck at Energy Tower
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 10 PM — Alsie's Food Truck — Free entry — Serving delicious bites all day long in Midland, TX.
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SPiVEY Live at Pi Social
7-9 p.m. — Pi Social — No cover charge — Experience the electrifying fusion of rock and pop electronica with SPiVEY while enjoying artisan cocktails and culinary delights.
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Food Trucks at Centennial Park
11 AM – 10 PM — Centennial Park — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of local food trucks serving delicious bites throughout the day.
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St Andrew Men's Conference
6 PM – 8:45 PM — Horseshoe Arena - Education Building — Free entry — Experience a weekend of fellowship featuring Fr. Larry during Family Worship night.
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Mat Pilates with Zeila
9-10 a.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free & Open to Registered Community Members — Energize your core and enhance flexibility in a natural setting with mindful Pilates.
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Pianomania! - Rockin the 1950s
2:30-4 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $74 — Experience the lively tunes of the 1950s with Jared Freiburg in this exciting musical event.
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Sergio Tarin & Erik Madrid Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Pi Social — Enjoy a night of captivating music as talented duo Sergio Tarin and Erik Madrid blend pop, jazz, and soul in a cozy atmosphere.
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Al Haney Live at Pi Social
7-9 p.m. — Pi Social — Cost varies — Experience an enchanting evening of saxophone tunes that elevate your dining atmosphere.
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Food Trucks at Centennial Park
11 AM – 10 PM — Centennial Park — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of delicious bites from local food trucks throughout the day.
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Movie in the Park - Encanto
5 AM – 10 PM — Centennial Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical evening under the stars with a screening of Encanto.
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