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Wednesday, September 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Midland College and the West Texas Food Bank teamed up for the second consecutive year to provide free services and lunch to the community and students, highlighting their ongoing commitment to support amidst rising enrollment and food insecurity issues.  CBS7

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Centennial Library will debut a 'Scooby Doo Mansion Mayhem' exhibit in 2026.  NewsWest9

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Midland International Air & Space Port sets a new annual passenger record with 679,622 travelers, surpassing the previous fiscal year and increasing net parking revenues to $7,551,318.  City of Midland

EDUCATION NEWS

  • MISD board names the new elementary school Lone Star Trails Elementary with the Armadillo as its mascot, set to serve 830 students in Midland next fall.  CBS7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Midland City Council has reduced the tax rate for the second consecutive year, maintaining one of the lowest tax bills in the region amidst budget increases for safety and infrastructure.  City of Midland
  • Midland County's FY 2024-2025 budget includes staffing, infrastructure updates, and allocates $2.5 million for a golf course study, alongside a slight tax rate hike.  NewsWest9

SPORTS NEWS

  • Olympian Bryce Hoppel, a Midland native, threw the first pitch at a Rockhounds baseball game.  NewsWest9

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Charity Fundraiser Featuring Dueling Pianos at Midland Shared Spaces

    Experience an entertaining evening with Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos to raise funds for your favorite cause at Midland Shared Spaces.

    Thu, 9/19/24

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  • Abilene High Homecoming Event

    Experience an exciting evening of high school sports featuring various game times for varsity and junior varsity teams.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • Los Lobos Live Performance

    Experience a lively and diverse musical performance by Los Lobos, blending genres like rock, Tex-Mex, and traditional music at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: A Hilarious Musical Adventure

    Experience the comedic rivalry between two con artists as they compete to swindle a wealthy heiress in a small French town.

    Sun, 9/22/24

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  • Discounted Vitamin Shots at Happy Hour Every Tuesday & Thursday

    Experience half-off on classic and premium vitamin injections at Ally Village during special happy hour sessions.

    Tue, 9/24/24

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  • SENSIA Petro-Technical Applications Seminar 2024

    Learn how Sustainable, Intelligent Action can enhance energy operations through innovative digitalization and automation solutions.

    Wed, 9/25/24

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  • Midland Dinner at Bush Convention Center

    Experience a delightful evening at the Midland Dinner featuring a communal gathering and local networking opportunities.

    Thu, 9/26/24

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  • Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: A Musical Comedy

    Experience a hilarious battle of wits and deception as two con men vie to swindle a wealthy heiress in a picturesque French town.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Run to the Fair: Color Run, 5K, and 10K

    Experience a vibrant day of fitness with a 1 mile Color Run, 5K, and 10K on September 28, 2024.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Tranquil Hatha Yoga Sessions with Margaret Osborn

    Experience the rejuvenating effects of Hatha Yoga in a serene outdoor setting, led by the experienced instructor Margaret Osborn, focusing on physical and mental well-being.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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