Good Day
Midland
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The second-annual Chalk the Block celebration is scheduled for Oct. 18 at Centennial Park in downtown Midland, where community members will meet to showcase chalk art. City of Midland
- ➤ Basin PBS in Midland is hosting a costume collection from Oct. 13 to Oct. 24 and a free costume distribution on Oct. 25 from 2–5 p.m.—families are invited to donate and pick up costumes so every child can enjoy Halloween. CBS7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Odessa College announced that students in Seminole can enroll in college credit courses starting Tuesday, Oct. 14, as part of a flexible eight‑week Fall 2 session. The evening classes are designed for working adults + recent high school graduates and will be held in the Auxiliary Building. CBS7
- ➤ Noemi Perez, a cafeteria worker at De Zavala Elementary with 19 years of service, received a new HVAC system at her home—provided by the Bosworth Company and the Lennox Feel The Love Foundation to honor her dedication to students. CBS7
- ➤ UT Permian Basin is experiencing record fall enrollment with more than 5,600 students and high return rates, university officials said. The campus is undergoing improvements—like a redesigned entrance and updated classroom technology—to better meet the growing demand for accessible education. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Midland County Sheriff's Office held a dedication ceremony today and named its new building after Sergeant Michael Naylor—recognizing his service. NewsWest9
- ➤ Mayor Blong and Congressman Pfluger are demanding local control of Airpark mineral rights to fund Midland infrastructure—avoiding higher taxes and new debt. NewsWest9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center rebranded today as Permian Basin Reability Center—emphasizing ability and potential in therapy. The new name signals a renewed focus on helping clients reach full recovery. NewsWest9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Tailgaters, a professional banana ball team, will play the Party Animals at Momentum Bank Ball Park as part of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour—offering season members an exclusive presale for tickets. CBS7
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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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Mat Pilates at WILDspace Wellness
9-10 a.m. — I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free — Strengthen your core and improve flexibility with energizing Pilates sessions led by Zeila.
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New Moon Dream Sachets Workshop
12-5 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $12 per sachet — Create your own Moon Phase Dream Sachet infused with intention and lunar energy.
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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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Hocus Pocus Halloween Celebration
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Costumes encouraged — Enjoy a screening of Hocus Pocus with a costume parade and food trucks.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Other people's opinion of you does not have to become your reality.
~ Les Brown
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