Good morning, Midland.

Veteran Cosme Gomez Heredia Sr. was welcomed home by family and local veterans at Midland International Airport ahead of his 102nd birthday + he is set to serve as grand marshal for the November Veterans Day parade.

Max, known as Maximus, served with the ECISD Mounted Patrol and died after battling cancer + he helped connect officers, students and families and remains a cherished part of the unit's history.

New fee rates for weekday and weekend green fees, nine-hole plays, and cart rentals will take effect at The Courses at Hogan Park on Oct.

1 — the Midland City Council approved the changes on Sept. 15 to cover facility operations.

First Tee West Texas offers a children’s golf program that teaches both the game and life skills.

Coaches Caroline and Seybert work with players aged 7 to 18 (including participant Cristiano Medina) to build confidence and community connections.

The Midland Fire Department reported on Sept.

28 that calls for fire and EMS services increased in August, with fire calls rising 52% and EMS calls up 24% from last year — overall calls jumped 11.8%.