Entertainment
Basin PBS Announces 2026 Main Street Live with Travis Tritt
Annual outdoor concert event celebrates Basin PBS' 40th anniversary with country music legend
Out West Midland launches 2026 concert season at the Horseshoe
New entertainment promotion company partners with Acosta family to bring live events to Midland
Stone Temple Pilots to Headline 2026 Basin Burnout BBQ Festival in Midland
Annual event brings together energy industry, local businesses, and community to support veteran organizations.
Politics
Midland City Council to Consider Sex Offender Ordinance, Flock Camera Contract
Council will also discuss new restrooms at Sparks Park and citywide paving and drainage program
Midland Confirms Appointments to City Boards and Commissions
New members join airport, oil and gas, parks, and planning and zoning boards after months of delays.
Midland County commissioner defends deputy constable expansion amid concerns
Commissioner Steven Villela pushes back against judge's criticism over transparency and budget impact
Lifestyle
Midland YWLA Senior Named National Merit Finalist
Jillian Bejil recognized as top 1% of U.S. high school students
Midland YMCA Receives $1M Gift for New Indoor Aquatic Center
Scharbauer Foundation donation kickstarts capital campaign for upgraded pool, social space
Midland Hosts Variety of Events This Week
From a Galentine's sip-and-shop to a big game tailgate, there's something for everyone in Midland this week.
Business
Texas Gov. Abbott Celebrates Opening of Midland Lithium Refining Plant
Element3 Resources facility extracts lithium from oilfield produced water, boosting battery supply chain
Midland Hispanic Chamber Expo sees record vendor turnout
The annual event spotlights local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community resources.
West Texas Business Expo returns to Midland on Feb. 19 with free admission
More than 70 exhibitors gather Feb. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Midland's Bush Convention Center.
Crime
Second Teen Convicted in Midland Drive-By Murder
Daniel Velasquez sentenced to 75 years for killing bystander Savanna Jolley
Midland Man Sentenced to 2 Years for Third DWI
Manuel Nunez pleaded guilty after being arrested for driving recklessly with an open container of alcohol.
Midland County Sheriff's Office Reports Zero Racial Profiling Complaints in 2025
Annual report shows no force injuries and 64% of stops were Hispanic/Latino drivers
