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Pfluger presents local non-profit director with ‘Employee of the Year’
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Congressman August Pfluger went to “West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind” to present the Employee of the Year award to the group’s director on Thursday. The non-profit organization helps blind and visually impaired people through employment, education, and advocacy. “Well, it’s great to be at the West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind. […]
Midland Fire Department announces theme for Fire Prevention Week as 'Smoke alarms: Make them work for you'
MIDLAND, Texas — Fire stations across the country are spreading awareness during fire prevention week. The Midland Fire Department (MFD) announced their theme for the week as "Smoke alarms: make them work for you." MFD made the announcement in a Facebook post. They also offered advice for Midland residents:
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Permian falls to Midland Legacy
Oct. 9—MIDLAND — The Permian volleyball team lost in four sets against Midland Legacy Tuesday at Legacy High School. The Lady Rebels won by scores of 25-11, 24-26, 25-16, 25-18 as the team improved to 27-15 overall and 3-1 in District 2-6A play. With the victory, Midland Legacy remains in the hunt for a district title as San Angelo Central (24-2, 4-0) remains one game in first place. Midland ...
Candidates for Midland City Council District 1 share visions for growth, safety ahead of November election
MIDLAND, Texas — 27 days: that’s how long until what could be one of the most important elections in history. But we’re not just talking about the national level. There are also important races happening in West Texas that need your attention and your vote. NewsWest 9...
Visitors get look at early childhood programs
Oct. 9—About 20 educators from the Panhandle to the Permian Basin got a peek at early childhood programs in Odessa and Midland Wednesday. Empower Schools and the Education Partnership of the Permian Basin organized the showcase, which included a visit to the YMCA Learning Center and Pre-K Academy at Midland College. On Oct. 10, there will be visits to Permian Basin Innovation Zone sites in ...
West Texas Winds present Peter Schickele 'A Year in the Catskills'
Oct. 9—The West Texas Winds has scheduled a recital at 5 p.m. Oct. 19 at Rea-Greathouse Recital Hall at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 N. FM 1788, Midland. It will feature Lyndsay Eiben, flute, Caryn Crutchfield, oboe, Chris Chance, clarinet, Philip Hill, bassoon, Sonja Millichamp, horn, and Scott Millichamp, horn. The concert will include "Concerto No. 2 After Vivaldi, BWV 593" ...
Midland ISD introduces LEGO robotics classes for elementary students
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – While robotics is typically something taught in secondary education, Midland ISD started their own STEM initiative, allowing elementary-aged students to learn more about the subject through Legos. The initiative was started at the district last March, and is aimed for students in grades four, five and six. The goal is to […]
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