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Permian Basin Habitat for Humanity dedicates 218th home
Permian Basin Habitat for Humanity dedicated its 218th home to the Hendrix family in Midland, Texas, following a week of volunteer construction work by Permian Resources employees....
Midland leads Texas in job growth through July 2026
Midland ranked first in Texas and third nationally for non-farm payroll growth from July 2025 to July 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics....
BLS: Employee growth in Midland MSA among best in nation
Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the Midland metropolitan statistical area posted remarkable employee growth employees in July.
Man sentenced in Midland to 35 years after luring minors with ‘Sugar Baby’ offers
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A Texas man was sentenced Wednesday in federal court in Midland to 35 years in prison for eight counts related to the production and distribution of child sexual abuse material. According to U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas, 28-year-old Raym...
Midland city offices to close for Labor Day on Sept. 7
Midland city offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, for Labor Day, and trash collection will be delayed until Tuesday, September 8.
City announces Labor Day closures, trash pickup schedule
The City of Midland offices will be closed on Monday (Sept. 7, 2026) in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Six-time felon sentenced to eight years for Midland car theft
A six-time felon named Michael Anthony Coppage was sentenced to eight years in prison and fined $1,000 for stealing a gold 1980 El Camino in Midland.
Six-time felon sentenced to 8 years in prison for stealing car
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A jury has sentenced a man to eight years for one count of unauthorized use of a vehicle. According to the Midland County District Attorney, 38-year-old Michael Anthony Coppage was sentenced to eight years in prison and a $1,000 fine for one count o...
City of Midland reports spike in July water consumption
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The City of Midland has released statistics on water usage, showing an upward swing during the summer. According to the city's utilities department, reports show that 756.6 million gallons were consumed during the month of July. This is 3.9% greater t...
Sheriff seeks help after crude oil theft near Stanton
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Martin County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in a Crude Oil Theft that occurred earlier in the month near Stanton. The incident took place on August 9, 2026, when a suspect stole approximately 85-86 barrels of crude oil. If you have...
Midland International Air & Space Port to launch new website
New website will debut this week and transform Fly MAF from a traditional government information site into a modern digital gateway
Water consumption in Midland increases so far in 2026
The Utilities Department is reporting that 756.6 million gallons were consumed during the month of July.
HIGHLIGHTS: Trinity def. Holy Cross 58-12
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) -Trinity started their season in dominant fashion, beating Holy Cross 58-12. Holy Cross kept spirits alive with a touchdown in the second quarter to cut the Chargers lead to 28-12, but that is where the points would stay for the Crusaders. This is the first ...
HIGHLIGHTS: Wayne Hills def. Midland Christian 41-34
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The New Jersey football team got the best of the Mustangs Friday night. Wayne Hills had a strong first half on offense that powered the Patriots to a victory. With the loss, Midland Christian fell to 1-1. The Mustangs now head to Jarrell for a week two roa...
HIGHLIGHTS: Pebble Hills def. Midland 31-17
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Spartans handed the Bulldogs a loss for a second-straight season. Midland struggled on offense early on, with Pebble Hills forcing multiple sacks in the first quarter. Pebble Hills, meanwhile, started the game with a field goal and quarterback rushing ...
8/28/2026: Looks like we're settling into a rather quiet stretch of weather
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Here is your 7-day forecast with our Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. Saturday will be another sunny and hot day with highs pushing 98 degrees. A light south wind will develop during the afternoon, and that southerly breeze sticks around Saturday night ...
Basin Lighthouse hosts annual Bridge the Basin summit
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Basin Lighthouse hosted its annual Bridge the Basin Regional Summit to bring members of the community together through a free event that helps connect people and share resources. Bridge the Basin featured a series of breakout sessions with panelists from d...
MCH Family Health Clinics awarded $650K federal grant to expand primary care in Permian Basin
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Medical Center Health System is receiving a major boost to expand primary care access in the Permian Basin after being awarded a $650,000 federal grant. The Access Point grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the He...
Clay shoot raises over $150k for West Texas families
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Sharing Hands A Respite Experience announced that its SHARE Benefit Clay Shoot raised $152,410.50 to support families raising children with special needs throughout West Texas. The event was held July 17th at Windwalker Farms Sporting Clays in Stanton...
National Petroleum Day 2026 kicks off in Midland for year 2 Thursday
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) — On Thursday, August 27, 2026, Wall Street in Downtown Midland will once again become the heart of National Petroleum Day (NPD), celebrating the first day a successful oil well was ever drilled in the United States. The evening unfolds in two parts. In...
PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Midland Christian’s Jaxon Franco
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Christian football team pulled off a stunner on Friday, defeating No. 2 Liberty Christian 66-63. Every player contributed to the win, but it was quarterback Jaxon Franco who filled the stat sheet. Franco finished the game with 657 yards, seven ...
Midland man representing himself sentenced to 25 years in prison for drug possession
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A jury sentenced 67-year-old Wayne Lee Belcher to 25 years in prison on one count of Possession of a Controlled Substance, according to the Midland County District Attorney. Prior convictions cited in sentencing Belcher had prior qualifying felony c...
Midland man gets 25 years for cocaine possession
Wayne Lee Belcher, 67, was sentenced to 25 years in prison today for cocaine possession after being classified as a habitual offender in Midland, Texas....
Annual Share Walk concludes with major donation
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Share representatives met today at Market Street in Midland for a check presentation following the annual walk. This fundraiser is the organization's biggest one as well as the last one of the year. "We have a very long-standing relationship with Unit...
8/24/2026 7-day forecast, continued heat across West Texas stays steady
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (8/24/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. “Looking ahead, there’s not much relief for our area. The upper-level ridge will move slowly to the west, but temperatures may only ease by a degree or two.” “Overall, while we'...
Super Hero Run set for Sept. 19 to benefit West Texas foster kids
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Attic Foster Network is hosting its 5th annual Super Hero Run on Sept. 19 at First Baptist Church Midland, with proceeds supporting West Texas foster children. Being a foster parent is difficult and expensive. The Attic works to make that process easie...
St. Louis encephalitis virus confirmed in mosquito in Midland County
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Midland Health Services has confirmed the first case this year of St. Louis encephalitis virus (SLEV) in a mosquito. According to officials, Midland Health Services placed mosquito traps throughout the county and the Texas Department of State H...
How one organization helps West Texas nonprofits survive & thrive
The Nonprofit Management Center provides training, technical assistance, and networking opportunities to approximately 1,500 nonprofit organizations across the Midland and Odessa areas of the Permian Basin....
Out West Midland hosts Josh Abbott Band this Saturday
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - This weekend, local entertainment organizers 'Out West Midland' are keeping the summer heat rolling and are hosting another musical group with a lineup of stars in the Permian Basin. The Tall City is welcoming the Josh Abbott Band back to the basin at...
Clay shoot fundraiser benefits Family Promise of the Permian Basin
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - More than 125 community members gathered at the Midland Shooters Association shotgun range to take part in the Pull for a Promise clay shoot fundraiser hosted by Family Promise. The event mixes competition with a fundraising goal of helping to end homeless...
State of Texas: Midland MSA shows 2.2% workforce growth
The Midland MSA also posted the lowest unemployment rate in the state of Texas (3.4%) during the month of July.
Encephalitis virus confirmed in mosquito in Midland County
Midland Health Services has confirmed St. Louis encephalitis virus (SLEV) in Midland County for the first time this year.
Midland confirms first St. Louis encephalitis case this year
The City of Midland Health Services confirmed the first case of St. Louis encephalitis virus in local mosquitoes in Midland County this year.