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Midland ISD sixth graders learn all about science at Midland College
MIDLAND, Texas — If you’re a visual learner, Midland College was the place to be Friday. For the first time in eight years, sixth graders across Midland got to experience the Science Extravaganza, a visual and interactive event with 20 different science exhibits and experiments. "We invite students...
What are the weird pieces of equipment showing up on lawns in Odessa?
ODESSA, Texas — If you live in Odessa, you might have seen weird looking pieces of equipment showing up on your lawn out of nowhere. Well, there’s no need to panic or worry. They’re not random tools that someone discarded near your home, or anything nefarious, they’re seismic...
Ribbon cutting held for overpass completion at Yukon Road and Loop 338
ODESSA, Texas — On Friday morning in Odessa, TxDOT and city officials, including State Representative Brooks Landgraf and Odessa Mayor Javier Joven, held a celebratory ribbon cutting for the completion of the overpass for Loop 338 and Yukon Road. The project costed around $20 million and took three years...
ECISD gives presentation on sextortion
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — There is one local school district that is seeing a rise in the form of blackmail cases among students called, "sextortion." Ector County ISD is shedding light on the crime, with the district and Odessa Police, along with other local agencies, giving presentations on what sextortion is and how it's not only affecting young students but also taking a toll on their mental health.
Keep Midland Beautiful celebrates National Arbor Day by planting 65 trees
MIDLAND, Texas — Today is National Arbor Day and Keep Midland Beautiful celebrated the day in style with Diamondback Energy, the City of Midland and Midland TreeKeepers, according to the Keep Midland Beautiful Facebook page. Sixty-five trees were planted at Garrett-Brown Park and every year, KMB aims to plant...
The DEA Drug Take Back will take place this Saturday, April 27
ODESSA, Texas — The Midessa Community Alliance Coalition and the Odessa Family YMCA are hosting the DEA Drug Take Back, according to the Midessa Community Alliance Coalition Facebook page. The event will take place on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3001 E. University Blvd.
Midland Development Corporation agrees to lease 125 acres to aerospace defense company
MIDLAND, Texas — On April 23, the Midland Development Corporation agreed to lease 125 of its acres to Castelion Corporation, a defense company based out of California. According to the Executive Director of the MDC Sara Harris, this is an agreement for the company to utilize land owned by the MDC on a 24-month basis as an interim location.
The new Safe Place facility in Midland wouldn't be possible without their West Texas donors
MIDLAND, Texas — Safe Place of the Permian Basin's new facility in Midland has been in the works for more than a decade. "It was a dream," said LeeAnna Good, director of development for Safe Place of Permian Basin. "It was a vision." A vision that is now being...
Permian Basin Board of Realtors held their 2nd Annual Golf Tournament to benefit a charity in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas — The Permian Basin Board of Realtors is swinging into the season of giving back by holding their 2nd Annual Golf Tournament to benefit a charity in Midland. A portion of proceeds are benefiting The Field's Edge and they have set a goal to raise $30,000. The...
Charlotte Pegues, mother of Cordarius, sentenced to 10 years in jail, but five years have been probated for exploitation charge
MIDLAND, Texas — Charlotte Latasha Pegues, the mother of 24-year-old Cordarius Pegues, has been sentenced to 10 years in jail, but five years have been probated for exploitation of a disabled person, according to the Midland County District Attorney's office. Also, it has been stated that if Pegues gets...
OPD is searching for a missing man
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is currently searching for 44-year-old Christopher Simpson, according to a media release. It was reported that he was last seen in the 2500 block of S. Highway 385. He was wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and brown shorts. If anyone has information...
Arrests made in San Angelo child death investigation
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Two people were arrested in Abilene as a result of an investigation into a child's death in January. On Jan. 18, 2024, San Angelo Police were dispatched to a residence in the 2000 block of Vaughn Street for the report of an unconscious child. When...
CSI: Midland | Meet the all-women Crime Scene Investigation unit at MPD
MIDLAND, Texas — From podcasts to TV Shows, True Crime has become hugely popular. One of those shows is the CSI franchise. "We definitely play a key role in the department," Midland Police Department Crime Scene Investigator Selena Barrera said. "It's definitely not a job for everyone." In real...
Odessa City Council approves pay raises for Odessa Fire Rescue
ODESSA, Texas — First responders are among the most appreciated public workers in any city. Not only do they fight the fires, but they also respond to medical emergencies and keep the community safe. That is why the City of Odessa recently showed their appreciation by approving pay raises...
Midland College announces teaching award winners
MIDLAND, Texas — On Wednesday morning, Midland College held an award ceremony to announce the nominees for two teaching excellence awards. The 2023-24 Dr. Stan Jacobs Teaching Awards are a long-standing tradition to recognize, celebrate and honor the exceptional accomplishments of the faculty at Midland College. There are six...
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