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A favorite family shopping event returns to Midland
What to watch: Rhea Lana’s Midland-Odessa children’s consignment sale returns Feb. 22-25, at the Midland County Horseshoe Arena. This family-friendly…
Boys & Girls Clubs brings new STEAM lab to local kids
rouWhat happened: The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Permian Basin celebrated the grand opening of its new STEAM Lab…
Midland shows up big for Smalls Sliders opening
What happened: Smalls Sliders, the Las Vegas-born chain famous for its 24/7 drive-thru slider burgers, opened a Midland location on…
A Midland favorite with deep local roots: The Half Acre
What happened: Midland has always been shaped by people willing to build something of their own and share it with…
Sibley Nature Center helps Midland connect to nature
What happened: The Sibley Nature Center in Midland released its 2025 impact report, showcasing another year of helping residents connect…
Wonder why Grafa Park turns into a small lake after storms?
What to know: Grafa Park is one of Midland’s many neighborhood parks, tucked south of Wadley Avenue at Midkiff Road…
Enjoy the cutest competition for Midland’s furry residents
Photo credits: West Texas Kennel Club What to watch: Dog lovers, this one’s for you. Mark your calendars for the…
See inside: Scooby-Doo turns library into mystery adventure
What happened: Midland Centennial Library unveiled its new exhibit, Scooby-Doo! Mansion Mayhem, on display through May 9. The interactive display…
A new learning option opens for Midland families
Editor’s note: This story was submitted to The Permian Press for publication. Readers interested in submitting a local story can…
Midland Community Theater brings Texas story Giant to stage
What happened: Midland Community Theatre (MCT) kicked off its production of Giant with a captivating opening night on Feb. 6…
Midland jury convicts man in 2024 drive-by killing
What happened: A Midland jury convicted Daniel Velasquez, 19, of murder on February 6, following a weeklong trial. The jury…
We mapped out a long-weekend Carlsbad trip for families
What to watch: Looking for an easy long-weekend trip that doesn’t require flights or major planning? Carlsbad Caverns National Park…
Skip hosting, watch the Super Bowl at the Super Boil event
What to watch: Looking for somewhere to watch the Super Bowl without hosting at home? Fair to Midland will host…
Shop Two or More’s liquidation sale to support nonprofits
What to watch: Looking for an affordable way to shop while supporting local nonprofits? Two or More is hosting a…
PBPA honors Travis Stice with Top Hand Award in Midland
Photo credit: Permian Basin Petroleum Association What happened: The Permian Basin Petroleum Association (PBPA) awarded its annual Top Hand Award…
Join the free reading challenge for Midland families
What to watch: The Texas State Library and Archives Commission launched the Texas America 250 Reading Challenge on Jan. 1…
Midland offers something for everyone this Valentine’s Day
What to watch: Valentine’s Day in Midland offers something for everyone to celebrate love. Whether you’re planning a romantic night…
Scooby-Doo adventures continue at Midland Libraries
What to watch: Midland County Libraries keep the momentum going in February 2026 with an exciting lineup of family programs….
Summit Center has become a go-to spot for Midland families
What to watch: For Midland families, Summit Center has quickly become one of the city’s easiest places to venture. The…
Serious crime in Midland falls to 10-year low
What happened: Midland residents are statistically less likely to be victims of the most serious crimes than they have been…
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