Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ First Alert 7 provided an exclusive look inside Midland’s newest Cinergy, highlighting its attractions and inviting locals to explore the venue’s unique features. CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Midland resident claimed a $5 million prize in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game $5 Million Royale on Thursday, Dec. 18 at Kent Kwik (Garden City Highway). The winner remains anonymous, and this is the second of four top prizes available. CBS7
- ➤ Midland’s non-farm payroll employment reached 127,000 in September, showing strong workforce growth in the city. The figures underline that Midland’s labor market remains among the fastest growing in West Texas. City of Midland
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Midland resident claimed a $5 million prize from the Texas Lottery’s $5 Million Royale scratch ticket game after buying a ticket at Kent Kwik (store #325 at 3006 Garden City Highway). Lottery officials said this win is the second of four top prizes available in the game. NewsWest9
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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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