Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Midland County Public Libraries kicks off its 15th annual Project Literacy—where four featured authors will sign books at the Centennial Library over the next few days—to support local reading efforts. NewsWest9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Midland Fire Department has kicked off fire prevention week with a poster contest that features fire safety messages from local grade school students—winners will be announced Wednesday at the central fire station where cash prizes will be awarded and their posters displayed. NewsWest9
- ➤ The City is explaining the process behind an open records request after receiving inquiries about financial statements for City-issued credit cards—officials plan to review the inquiries and share details with residents—ensuring clear transparency in its actions. City of Midland
- ➤ The MDC board approved more than $3.7 million to fund infrastructure projects in northeast and west Midland—funds that will support planned improvements to city facilities. City of Midland
- ➤ Midland Development Corporation approved over $3.7 million for new projects in northeast and west Midland. The meeting set a plan for future infrastructure upgrades—improving local roads and services. NewsWest9
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Glamour & Magic: Create Your Own Witch’s Hat
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $50 — Craft your own unique witch’s hat with a magical array of embellishments at this fun make-and-take event.
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Pur De Patos Comedy Show
Evening — OCHO 80 — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Pur De Patos and immerse yourself in the vibrant comedy scene.
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To the Circus and Beyond with Scott O’Donnell
7-8 p.m. — Midland County History Museum — Free entry — Discover the adventures of a circus owner turned museum director.
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Conversations in Fine Arts with Author
12-1 p.m. — Arts Council of Midland — Free entry — Experience the literary journey of a local author through discussions of their works.
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Fitness Connection by LatinoSocial
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Bush Tennis Center — Free entry — A fun-filled day of fitness and connection with the LatinoSocial community.
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Family Science Night — Midland AF
6:30-8 p.m. — Permian Basin Petroleum Museum — Free admission — Enjoy a spook-tacular evening of Halloween-themed science experiments and fun for the whole family.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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