Good Day
Midland
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry is collecting unwrapped toys for children 12 and under + $25 gift cards for older kids to reach a goal of 3,000 toys before its 39th annual Christmas distribution on Friday, Dec. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 18. CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ City officials reported that December sales tax collection is 12% higher than in 2023 and 8.69% higher than in December 2024, showing strong local economic activity in Midland. City of Midland
- ➤ Midland tied Amarillo with a 3.3% unemployment rate in September according to the Texas Workforce Commission, highlighting the area's low jobless figures. City of Midland
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Midland
4:30-9 p.m. — Leesco’s — Discount available — Unleash your festive spirit with a fun-filled night of drinks in your ugliest holiday sweater.
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Pizza Thursdays at Venezia
5-9 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Menu prices vary — Enjoy a delightful evening of pizza and drinks in a cozy dining atmosphere with delivery options to nearby venues.
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The Nutcracker
2-4 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience epic battles and sweet lands in a family-friendly ballet tradition.
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Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker
1-3:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience epic battles and enchanting fairies at this beloved holiday ballet tradition.
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The Fafa Collective — Midland AF
5-9 p.m. — Silver's Framery & The FaFa Gallery — Free entry — Bring something to work on and enjoy an artful evening with the community.
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Christmas Eve Dining
5-9 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Dinner reservation required — Celebrate the magic of Christmas Eve with an elegant dining experience and a festive ambiance.
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Eccentric Comedy — MIDLAND AF
8-10 p.m. — Cotton Flat Records — Support local talent — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedians and an open mic opportunity.
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The Fafa Collective — MIDLAND AF
5-9 p.m. — Silver's Framery & The FaFa Gallery — Free to play — Bring a project to work on at this community art event.
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Al Haney Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Pi Social — Enjoy evening dining with smooth sax tunes.
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New Year's Eve Dining at Venezia
5-11:59 p.m. — Venezia Restaurant — Special pre-set menu available — Celebrate the new year with exceptional dining and festive cocktails.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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