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Events coming up this week around the Basin
PERMIAN BASIN (KMID/KPEJ) – Here are some of the events coming up this week across the Basin for the week of April 28th. From Wednesday, May 1st through Friday, May 3rd, law enforcement agencies across the Basin will be hosting 11th Annual Bustin’ For Badges Clay Shoot at the Windwalker Farms in Martin County. You can learn more […]
CBS7 FIRST ALERT Forecast for Sunday, April 28th, 2024
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - CBS7 FIRST ALERT Forecast for Sunday, April 28th, 2024: After a breezy day Saturday, winds will calm Sunday along with some slightly cooler temperatures behind a cold front. Temperatures through the overnight hours will be on the cool side with lows dropping into the 40s and...
Midland man arrested after forcing girlfriend to stay, threatening police
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Police Department responded to a disturbance with a weapon in west Midland Thursday evening. At about 9:52pm on Thursday, April 25, officers responded to the 1900 block of North Midland Drive, where MPD said the incident involved a male subject, armed with a knife, not allowing his girlfriend to leave […]
Can you help Midland’s Mikey Dogs find a new location?
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland-based Mikey Dogs is looking for a new permanent location. The popular New York-style hot dog stand is currently based at the American Legion Post 19. However, with the post starting to offer its own full-time food service, Mikey Dogs is on to the next adventure.
Two central Texas murder suspects captured in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Two fugitives wanted out of central Texas were arrested this week after investigators linked them to a residence in Midland. According to the Midland Police Department, 18-year-old Jayden Dangelo Medearis and 19-year-old Tavion Malique Williams have been charged with Capital Murder in connection with a homicide out of Lee County, near Austin. […]
GUILTY: Cordarius’s mother takes a plea deal admitting guilt in Exploitation of a Disabled Individual case
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - 47-year-old Charlotte Latasha Pegues has plead guilty after being arrested in August 2023, for the Exploitation of a Disabled Individual, that’s according to Midland County District Attorney, Laura Nodolf. The mother of Cordarius took a plea deal, which will involve a period of probation. Pegues...
The Out of the Darkness Campus Walk is a signature fundraiser event to help young adults fight against suicide
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) -The Out of the Darkness Campus Walk is a signature fundraiser event to help young adults and kids who are fighting against suicide. According to organizers, suicide is the third leading cause among individuals aged between 15-24. The community came together to the campus walk at Midland...
Meet Bashful, NewsWest 9’s Midland Pet of the Week
MIDLAND, Texas — Meet Bashful, NewsWest 9’s Midland Pet of the Week courtesy of the Midland Humane Coalition. Bashful is a handsome two-year-old chihuahua mix who weighs 12 pounds. He was rescued from a difficult situation, along with several other small dogs. Bashful is under socialized. He can...
Abbott appoints Midland city manager to state board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Midland City Manager Tommy Gonzalez to the Texas Municipal Retirement System Board of Trustees for a term to expire Feb. 1, 2029. The board oversees the Texas Municipal Retirement System, which is responsible for providing a secure retirement benefit plan for eligible employees of more than 800 cities.
Oil and gas companies talk what they look for in candidates at local job fair
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – “Permian Basin Hiring Events” held an oil and gas job fair at the MCM FunDome on Thursday. The multi-company hiring event featured many employers who were looking for newcomers and veterans of the energy industry. We asked some of the attending employers what they are looking for in a potential employee. […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL: OHS keeps playoff hopes alive
The Odessa High baseball team kept its playoff hopes alive with a crucial 10-2 win against Midland Legacy Friday at Pressly Field. Playing in the second of a three-game series in District 2-6A action, the Bronchos (15-13 overall, 5-9 in district) recovered from Thursday’s 4-2 loss in Midland. Needing...
American Legion Post 19 holds fundraiser for Sons of the American Legion
MIDLAND, Texas — American Legion Post 19 in Midland held their BBQ, Bloody Mary's, and Hot Wheels fundraiser for the Sons of the American Legion. “The Sons is one group of the American Legion family for the male relatives of service members and the group is supportive of everything that goes on at this post. And so today this fundraiser is to raise some funds for that group specifically,” said Tina Grace, service officer for American Legion Post 19.
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...
HIGHLIGHTS: Midland advances to area round championship
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Lady Dawgs defeated the Socorro Bulldogs 14-6 in game two, winning the Bi-District Championship. Midland is headed to the area round championship game next week. Highlights to the game are above.
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