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Midland College volleyball coach resigns; to coach at Texas A&M International
MIDLAND, Texas — Tammie Jimenez, who served as Midland College's head volleyball coach since 2010, announced her resignation. In 2010, Jimenez became MC's third-ever head volleyball coach following four years as the Lady Chaps' assistant coach. Jimenez is heading to Laredo, Texas, to be the head coach of Texas...
Russ McEwen Aquatic Center in Big Spring opens June 1
BIG SPRING, Texas — The Russ McEwen Aquatic Center is opening for the 2024 summer season on Saturday, June 1, according to the City of Big Spring. The center will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. It will closed on Mondays.
Ace Hardware and the Salvation Army of Midland & Odessa partner up for annual fan drive.
Westlake Ace Hardware and The Salvation Army of Midland/Odess has once again partnered up for the annual Fan Drive through June 16, according to a post on their Facebook page. This initiative encourages patrons to contribute by rounding up their in-store or online purchases, or by making direct donations through the company’s website.
What severe weather insurance options are available to West Texans?
BIG SPRING, Texas — The weather in West Texas can be very unpredictable. Some days it can be nice and sunny, other days it can be windy with golf ball sized hail. That's why West Texans have extra options when it comes to their insurance policies to better protect their things from severe weather.
Midland's 100-year water plan set to increase rates this summer
MIDLAND, Texas — Clean and quality water is a basic need no matter where you live, and the City of Midland is working on a 100-year water strategy to ensure the Tall City always has a healthy supply of safe water. "The entire state of Texas, is concerned about...
Alpine residents react to devastating fire in historic downtown area
ALPINE, Texas — Many are feeling the shock of a fire in downtown Alpine on Sunday. Five businesses have been destroyed and residents are faced with a new reality in an area rich in history. People around Alpine have been coming and going Tuesday, still trying to come to...
Texas estimates millions at risk by living or working in flood-prone areas
AUSTIN, Texas — Severe weather left about 1 million Texans without power for portions of Tuesday as Texas released a draft of its first-ever statewide flood plan. According to a draft, more than 5 million Texans live or work in areas prone to flooding. The plan also estimates that close to 1.3 million Texas homes are in areas susceptible to flooding.
UTPB athletics vice president announces departure
ODESSA, Texas — The University of Texas Permian Basin announced Tuesday that Todd Dooley, who served as the university's athletics vice president for nearly four years, is departing. While at UTPB, Dooley advanced the university's athletics program. According to the university, the Falcons had countless victories under Dooley's leadership:
Odessa man dies in Crane County after losing control of motorcycle
CRANE COUNTY, Texas — A 48-year-old Odessa man died in Crane County early Saturday morning after losing control of his motorcycle, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The crash happened at 1 a.m. at mile marker 89 along I-20. According to a DPS preliminary report, for an...
New details released in multi-vehicle pileup crash in Upton County
UPTON COUNTY, Texas — NewsWest 9 is learning more details about a multi-vehicle pileup crash that occurred in Upton County at the intersection of SH 349 and FM 2401 at 2:40 p.m. on Tuesday. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, seven vehicles were involved and the crash...
Multiple vehicles involved in pileup crash in Upton County
UPTON COUNTY, Texas — A multi-vehicle pileup crash has occurred in Upton County at 2:40 p.m. on Tuesday, according to a media release from the Texas Department of Public Safety. The crash happened at the intersection of SH 349 and FM 2401. Texas Highway Patrol, Upton County emergency personnel...
Best Friends Animal Society in Odessa organizes community meeting
ODESSA, Texas — In the past year, the number of animals euthanized in shelters across the nation has decreased to 380,000, yet this figure remains a significant concern. The Best Friends Animal Society in Odessa strives toward rescuing all shelter animals. Yesterday, they organized a community meeting to gain...
Odessa American Legion hold Memorial Day wreath laying ceremony
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa American Legion held a wreath laying ceremony at the Ector County Cemetery with honor in their hearts Monday. “We had to remember our fallen heroes from the Civil War, World War Two, World War One, Vietnam, Desert Storm and the Afghan War," said Tony Morgan, the American Legion Post 403 commander. "We honor, respect and remember all of our veterans, to those that didn't make it back to some that came back but wasn't fully here.”
25th Annual 'Ride to Remember' honors fallen soldiers with gratitude and respect in Andrews
ANDREWS, Texas — The 25th Annual Veterans "Ride to Remember" kicked off in Midland and made its way to Andrews early Memorial Day morning. In 2024, almost 1,000 people rode 50 miles serving as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made and the strength of community support. The streets...
Memorial Day ceremony held at American Legion Post 119 in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas — Memorial Day ceremonies were going on around West Texas on Monday, including at American Legion Post 119 in Midland, to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. “Remembering, honoring and preserving," said Congressman August Pfluger, 11th District of Texas. Memorial Day is special. “Thinking about the...
American Legion Post 19 hosts fundraiser for Team Long Road
MIDLAND, Texas — As people around the country honor the fallen service members this Memorial Day, the American Legion Post 19 in Midland held a fundraiser for Long Road, a charity that supports gold star families. Those are families that lost a loved one who died in service to the nation.
Fire damages exterior of Imperative Chemical building in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas — On Monday, a dumpster fire damaged the exterior wall of an Imperative Chemical building along East Highway 80 in Midland, according to the Midland Fire Department. MFD says that the fire did not enter the building and no chemicals were involved. MFD and Midland County Northeast...
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