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The American Heart Association held the Go Red for Women luncheon to celebrate women's health
On Wednesday, May 8, The American Heart Association (AHA) held the ‘Go Red for Women’ luncheon to celebrate women's health and to hear from survivors. It is the 20th Annual Luncheon, benefitting the American Heart Association and they also celebrated 100 years with the AHA. They are also...
Midland ISD girls participate in the Exxon Mobil program, Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
MIDLAND, Texas — On Wednesday, May 8, a group of 8th grade girls from Midland ISD got a hands-on introduction to engineering at the Petroleum Museum. The young girls got the chance to design and build their own toy carts. They even got to test their designs in a...
Arlington will use drones, delivery robot to get food to residents in need as part of pilot program
ARLINGTON, Texas — Some Arlington residents will be able to receive food deliveries by drone or four-wheeled robot as part of a pilot program starting this fall. The city and its partners will deliver an estimated 300 boxes of food to Tarrant Area Food Bank clients in east Arlington using an Aerialoop drone and Clevon autonomous vehicle during the study, according to city officials.
Midland Police Department arrests 27-year-old for TLCA Burglary
On Thursday, May 9 at 9:30 a.m., the Midland Police Department responded to a call about an alleged burglary that occurred at the Texas Leadership Academy in Midland (TLCA), which is located in the 3300 block of Thomas Avenue. “Staff at the school reported that when they arrived for work...
Odessa Police Department held a Memorial Service to honor the officers who lost their lives in the line of duty
ODESSA, Texas — On Thursday, May 9, the Odessa Police Department held a Memorial Service to pay tribute to their fallen brothers and sisters. OPD held the service this morning to pay respects to not only their local law enforcement who lost their lives in the line of duty, but also the officers from around the state.
Loop 250 Eastbound is backed up for miles after a multi-vehicle accident in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas — On Thursday, May 9, the Midland Fire Department responded to a three-vehicle accident this late afternoon, west of the eastbound exit at Loop 250 and A Street, according to the City of Midland. The Midland Fire Department reported that four people are being transported to Midland...
Odessa Meals on Wheels and Junior League partner to create Silver Pantry for the older population
ODESSA, Texas — When you're a senior living on a fixed income, it can be tough making ends meet. That's why Meals on Wheels of Odessa and the Junior League of Odessa, Inc. have launched a Silver Pantry. It gives seniors access to the essentials they need. After a...
A splash of calm | The peaceful beauty of UTPB's duck ponds
ODESSA, Texas — Thursday was the last day of finals for UT Permian Basin students. Now that these students can relax knowing they can give their education a break for a while, they can finally whine down. And they might have the perfect place to do so right on...
Bright Stars Memorial to be finished by August 31st
ODESSA, Texas — When it comes to creating a memorial to honor victims and survivors of the August 31st, 2019, mobile mass shooting, Odessa Arts Executive Director Randy Ham says it isn’t something you should just rush to completion. “We had to make sure that it wasn't just...
47-million-dollar water park proposal set to happen May 15 in Reeves County
REEVES COUNTY, Texas — Scheduled presentations for the proposed Reeves County Waterpark are set to take place on May 15 at the Reeves County Civic Center, according to a press release from Reeves County. The event will mark a pivotal moment for residents to shape the trajectory of their...
Sentencing for Texas man convicted of carrying tomahawk inside Capitol on Jan. 6 postponed
CARTHAGE, Texas — An East Texas man convicted in connection with the storming of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was sentenced to two years in federal prison on Thursday. In January, Alex Harkrider, of Carthage, was found guilty on seven counts, including obstruction of an official proceeding and entering and remaining in a restricted building with a dangerous weapon. On Thursday, the judge handed down a 24-month sentence in federal prison.
A new statement released after the secure status was lifted at Texas Leadership Academy in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas — A heavy police presence of Midland Police officers is being reported at Texas Leadership of Midland. A dozen police vehicles were there early Thursday morning, along with canines assisting officers in sweeping the building. According to officials, a potential burglary was reported last night after an...
The lasting impact of COM Aquatics executive director Brad Swendig
MIDLAND, Texas — It's a tall task to encapsulate an entire 40-year career in one story, but usually leaders like COM Aquatics Executive Director Brad Swendig have an impact that lingers past their time and helps. The Midland swimming staple recently announced his retirement to an outpouring of support...
Ector County Utility District discuss new by-laws and clarify this year's election
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — The Ector County Utility District had plenty of things to talk about at the Wednesday, May 8 meeting with their Board of Directors. First was the matter of finding a new vice president. The loss of Sheila Black left an opening, but the board moved...
A plane crashes into a field in Midland County
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas — On Wednesday, May 8 at 2:32 p.m., a plane had crashed into a field in Midland County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Preliminary information revealed that 34-year-old Que Johnson was the pilot of the plane, Cessna 172 and was reportedly flying for the American Patrol out of Midland.
Old Regal theater at Music City Mall in Odessa transforming into an Urban Air Park
ODESSA, Texas — A new form of entertainment is coming to Odessa and replacing an old icon. The Regal Permian Palace at Music City Mall closed down early last year, making way for the next generation of Odessa families. Demolition is underway to tranform the movie theater into an...
West Nile Virus detected in Midland County
MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Health Services is starting to place mosquito traps throughout the county, and the Department of State Health Services is running laboratory tests on mosquitoes to check for diseases. Due to the laboratory tests on mosquitoes, this is how it was learned that some mosquitoes...
Truck mishap limits traffic to one lane each way on Big Spring Street in Midland, TX
MIDLAND, Texas — On Wednesday, May 8, a semi-truck reportedly struck a hydrant on West Florida Avenue and South Big Spring Street causing a closure to lanes on Big Spring Street, according to the City of Midland. TXDOT will limit traffic to one lane each way on Big Spring...
Midland Memorial Hospital earns Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland Memorial Hospital has announced that they have achieved Level 2 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA). This accomplishment places the MMH Emergency Department as the second highest-rated GEDA-accredited facility in the State of Texas, and it stands as the sole facility in the Permian Basin to earn this distinction.
UPDATE: City of Odessa has repaired water main break; no longer asking for residents to conserve water
ODESSA, Texas — UPDATE:. At 10:31 a.m., the City of Odessa stated in a press release that the break has been isolated, the plant is back online, and that water usage can continue as normal. ------------------------- The City of Odessa is asking residents to conserve water while a repair...
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