Professional Women’s Relaxation Conference opens early registration for Odessa event
Early bird registration is now open for the 4th annual Professional Women’s Relaxation Conference scheduled for July 17-18, 2026, at the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Odessa. The event focuses on workplace wellness, stress management and leadership discussions for professional women, according to conference information shared on the organization’s website and social media […]
Midland Hispanic Chamber brings Mex-Tex Family Fiesta back May 30
The Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is preparing for its largest event of the year as the annual Mex-Tex Family Fiesta returns Saturday, May 30, at the Midland County Horseshoe Pavilion. Now in its 39th year, the event will feature live music, a cook-off competition, a car show, food vendors and family activities. Organizers say […]
Museum of the Southwest joins Blue Star Museums program for 2026
The Museum of the Southwest will again participate in the Blue Star Museums program, providing free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families throughout the summer. The 2026 program begins Saturday, May 16, on Armed Forces Day and runs through Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day. Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National […]
Former RockHound Henry Bolte earns Athletics call-up
Former Midland RockHounds outfielder Henry Bolte has been called up to the major leagues by the Athletics ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals following a strong stretch at Triple-A. Bolte, 22, began the 2025 season in Midland, appearing in 80 games for the RockHounds at the Double-A level. During his time […]
Tracy Lawrence to perform at Wagner Noël July 10
Country music artist Tracy Lawrence is set to perform at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center on July 10. Lawrence, known for a string of country hits throughout the 1990s and 2000s, has built a career spanning more than three decades. His catalog includes chart-topping songs such as “Time Marches On,” “Paint Me a Birmingham,” […]
Movies in the Park returns to Midland with summer lineup
The city’s Movies in the Park series returns with free outdoor movie nights beginning May 15 and continuing through August at parks across the city. Hosted by the City of Midland Parks and Recreation Department, the annual series offers family-friendly films shown on large outdoor screens beginning at sundown. Residents are encouraged to bring blankets, […]
Odessa police investigate Walmart threat report
Police are investigating after a reported threat prompted a large law enforcement response Monday at the Walmart near John Ben Sheppard Highway and 42nd Street, authorities said. The incident began around 2:37 p.m. when dispatch received a call from a person using a voice-enhanced program on what officials described as a “burner phone,” according to […]
RockHounds return home for six-game series against Frisco
The Midland RockHounds return to Momentum Bank Ballpark this week for a six-game homestand against the Frisco RoughRiders beginning Tuesday, May 12, and continuing through Sunday, May 17. Midland enters the week atop the Texas League South Division standings with a 20-13 record, holding a 3.5-game lead over Frisco and the Amarillo Sod Poodles, who […]
City of Midland reports satisfaction with SeeClickFix program
The City of Midland reported resident satisfaction with its SeeClickFix platform, with 98% of survey respondents indicating they would use the service again. SeeClickFix, the City’s 311-style reporting platform, allows residents to submit service requests, track progress, and communicate directly with city staff through a streamlined digital system. According to survey results, 88% of respondents […]
Heritage USA Federal Credit Union Opens New Midland Location
Midland Times Midland Chamber of Commerce officials joined community members to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Heritage USA Federal Credit Union’s newest location at 6718 N Highway 349 in Midland. According to social media posts from the Midland Chamber of Commerce, the event marked continued growth and investment in the Midland community. […]