Good morning, Midland.

Midland nonprofits Buckner Family Services and Mission Center Adult Daycare report rising community needs as the holidays approach and urge residents to donate time and support—especially as demand for their services grows.

Truck driver Jimmy Garcia survived a violent crash on I-20 — he said it was a miracle and urged community leaders to improve highway safety.

The Permian Basin International Oil Show is underway today and will run through Thursday—offering local industry experts a chance to see new developments in oil technology.

More airline passengers flew out of Midland International Air & Space Port in fiscal year 2025 than ever before—this record high count confirms growing travel demand at the port.

IDEA Public Schools will host two community events on Saturday, October 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Midland County Library (301 W Missouri Ave) and Bush Tennis Center (5700 Briarwood Ave) to connect families with its academic model, job openings, and registration details for a new campus opening next school year.

Midland College awarded over $1.4 million in scholarships to more than 1,000 students for Fall 2025—first-year nursing student Irland O’Brien said the aid helped her stay near family.

Director of Scholarships Meredith Walker noted the college offered over 200 opportunities without an extra application and plans to match the amount for spring.

Midland County installed four new ‘No Dumping’ signs along South County Road 1232 and 1270 in South Midland to stop illegal dumping that can block floodways and harm water quality.

Officials said the test location sees tires, used oil and trash dumped and will host a basin beautification project on November 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—an effort to protect local groundwater.

State Representative Tom Craddick is urging voters to back Proposition 14, which would allocate $3 billion over 10 years to improve Alzheimer’s care and cut diagnosis wait times that can reach up to 200 days.

The measure will boost the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to bring more specialists to the Permian Basin—without raising taxes.

Medical Center Hospital regained its Level II trauma center verification from the American College of Surgeons after a downgrade during the COVID-19 pandemic—restoring advanced trauma care for patients in the Permian Basin.

The new status was confirmed after a two-day inspection and is valid until August 2026, ensuring that trauma patients close to home receive critical care.

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.

Chris D'Elia Live Stand-Up

7-9 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious wit of Chris D'Elia in his latest stand-up performance.

Trunk or Treat Event

6-8 p.m. — Midland Community Development Corporation — Registration required — Enjoy Halloween festivities while supporting local nonprofits and businesses for a chance to win a $1,000 microgrant.

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.

Yoga for Empaths & the Spiritually Minded

6-7 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $12 — Explore Yin Yoga for emotional healing and soulful reconnection in a nurturing environment.

Dinner, Drinks & Live Music with Ernesto Calderon

6-9 p.m. — Cafe at the Gardens — Check event schedule for entry details — Enjoy a delightful evening of dinner, drinks, and live music by Ernesto Calderon.

Sci-Friday: Young Frankenstein

7-9:30 p.m. — Blakemore Planetarium — $10 for non-members, FREE for members — Enjoy the classic comedy film Young Frankenstein in the Dome Theater.

Mat Pilates Class

9-10 a.m. — I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free — Strengthen your core and enhance flexibility with energizing Pilates lessons in nature.

Hatha Yoga Session

4-5 p.m. — The I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center — Free for registered community members — Find your balance in nature with gentle, restorative Hatha Yoga amidst tranquil surroundings.

Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — The Tailgate — Cost info not specified — Experience a diverse musical journey with Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen.