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Discover art, music, and community at Cotton Flat Records
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Just on the outskirts of the tall city is a group of warehouses. If you were driving past, you would never stop and think twice about what was inside these buildings. But if you let curiosity get the best of you, you would be pleasantly surprised by the hidden gem located […]
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New anchor leads wave of changes at this Texas TV news station
A Texas TV station has been busy welcoming new faces, with a wave of recent hires bringing fresh talent both on and off the air. NewsWest 9, the NBC affiliate serving the Midland-Odessa area, has added an anchor, meteorologist, reporter and producer to its newsroom in recent weeks. Among the...
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Viral video of 'black panther' in Midland sparks debate despite expert skepticism
A video taken in Midland is now going viral on social media. The clip was posted to Facebook on Wednesday, where the videographer says they spotted a black panther near Travis Elementary in South Midland. The Nextdoor app has been flooded with comments from people sharing their opinions on the...
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Book Review: Tiki Davis Turns Hardship Into A Story Of Resilience
“The Tiki Factor: 4 Key principles to Turn Your Losses into Wins” by Tiki Davis, foreword by Viola Davis and Julius Tennon. Pull yourself up by the bootstraps. That’s often the advice given to someone who’s down and out and left with nothing. Get ahold of yourself, find your spine, and just do it. Take that first step, be brave, don’t accept “no” for an answer. There’s all kinds of advice for getting ahead but advice ignores one important thing: as in the new book “The Tiki Factor” by Tiki Davis, you can’t pull yourself up by the bootstraps unless you have boots first.
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Midlanders make Dia De Los Muertos event bright
Donning skull-patterned face paint, colorful clothing, and an attitude both celebratory and somber, dozens of Midlanders attended the “Fiesta of Life - Dia De Los Muertos!" event Oct. 17, presented by the Arts Council of Midland Texas. Featuring cultural decorations, music, skull-themed hot rods, activities, and creative apparel, the event marked the annual Day of the Dead celebration for locals of Mexican heritage. “Dia De Los Muertos is important and special for the Mexican community, to honor and remember the lives lived by our loved ones,” said Midland artist Ana Hanks. “It’s great for the community to come together and honor our loved ones who are here in spirit.” The event featured a presentation by the Hispanic Cultural Center of Midland and mural and mask creations by local high school freshmen. Around Dia De Los Muertos, the Arts Council of Midland is hosting “A Journey to Connect” exhibition featuring Texas artist Melody Herrera through Nov. 15 at its home at 806 S. Main Street in Midland. “[Her] pieces combine neo-expressionism with Mexican folk art,” the Arts Council said in a statement. “Herrera’s work is inspired by her journey to connect to her roots and cultural heritage. Herrera artwork is rich
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Low-cost spay, neuter clinic coming to Odessa, appointments available
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Odessa pet owners looking for affordable veterinary care can now book appointments for a low-cost spay and neuter clinic coming to the city October 26-27, offering discounted surgeries and vaccinations for dogs and cats. The two-day clinic, organized by Whiskers and Tails with help from local animal...