Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Legion Post 430 commemorated Veterans Day yesterday by offering programs and benefits to honor veterans in Midland — a tradition that supports local service members and their families. The group provided resources that continue its long commitment to veteran care. NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Scharbauer Foundation has given a $2 million grant to the Midland Education Foundation to boost teacher recruitment & retention and improve instructional quality at local junior highs; the funds will provide math and reading teacher stipends over two school years, expand leadership training, and support campus upgrades. CBS7
- ➤ Today, St. Ann's Catholic School hosted its annual Veterans Day parade to honor veterans as students' family members drove by honking their horns. The parade—started during the pandemic—shows how the school values service and sacrifice. NewsWest9
- ➤ The University of Texas Permian Basin honored veterans in a ceremony Tuesday morning that featured the UTPB Band playing service branch songs and concluding with Taps to remember fallen members. The event also recognized Odessa Fire and Rescue Pipe Drum and the Honor Guard for presenting the colors. CBS7
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Muse Hair Salon 1 Year Anniversary Celebration
4-7 p.m. — Muse — Free entry — Celebrate a fabulous year with goodie bags, vendors, and beverages.
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Dueling Pianos Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Tailgate — $15 GA / $10 minor upcharge — Experience an engaging night of live music with a fun dueling piano showdown.
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Robotics and Coding Event
12-5 p.m. — Permian Basin Petroleum Museum — Free entry — Experience a fall-themed event with drones, VR, and coding activities for ages 3 to 18.
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Hatha Yoga Session at WILDspace
4-5 p.m. — Watersong Wild Space — Check for costs — Experience a gentle yet empowering Hatha Yoga session suitable for all ages and abilities.
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Music Bingo for Babies
6:30-9:30 AM — Complex Community Federal Credit Union Odessa — Ticket required — Enjoy an engaging night of music bingo while supporting a worthy cause for moms and babies.
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Walk-In Sound Baths
12-4 p.m. — Earth, Body, & Soul — $25 — Experience stress relief and emotional healing through soothing sound vibrations in a tranquil space.
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Ryan Runcie 'My Invisible Self' Opening Reception
5:30-7 p.m. — Arts Council of Midland — Free entry — Enjoy beverages and appetizers while meeting Austin-based artist Ryan Runcie.
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Chamber Chorale and Chamber Orchestra Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Live performance — Experience an enchanting evening of choral and orchestral music in Midland.
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Book Signing with Rico Enriquez
1-6 p.m. — Desert Hippie & Co. — Special pricing available — Celebrate the launch of 'Healing: The Essential Paths to Emotional and Spiritual Renewal' with a book signing and engaging conversations on holistic healing practices.
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Barrio Obrero de Cabimas 70th Anniversary Celebration
6-9 p.m. — The Vineyard Community Center — Cost not specified — Celebrate 70 years of traditional gaita zuliana music with CONJU in Midland's inaugural event.
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