City sets another record for yearly sales tax collected
The year was not only 8.48% higher than FY 2025, but also marked the first time a sales tax collection of $70 million was hit in Midland
The year was not only 8.48% higher than FY 2025, but also marked the first time a sales tax collection of $70 million was hit in Midland
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A driver named Bryan Torrez was killed Wednesday evening when his pickup truck crashed into the back of an 18-wheeler on South Highway 385 in Odessa, Texas....
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The second annual Patsy's Cook Off Reboot breast cancer awareness BBQ and vendor event is scheduled to take place this weekend at VFW Post 7208 in Midland, Texas, with proceeds benefiting the Gifts of Hope organization....
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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Junior League of Midland is hosting the Bird Bams in the Basin event tonight, and tickets have already sold out. The event will be held at the Junior League of Midland building, located at 902 W. Dengar. The fundraiser is a Mahjong event that is ho...
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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - It was a battle of Panthers as the Permian Panthers hosted the Camden Panthers from New Jersey. After a 14-13 lead at the half MOJO would control the second half with a 14-0 run. With the win Permian finishes non-district play unbeaten at 6-0. Next wee...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Junior League of Midland held a fundraiser featuring mahjong, raffles and sushi to support its Stork Supply Program. The Junior League of Midland is an all-women organization leading change in Midland with local efforts like Bird Bams in the Basin. Kat...
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MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The 41st annual Taste of the Permian Basin brought together food lovers and the chefs that make it all possible on Friday at the Midland County Horseshoe. The event is put on by the Permian Basin Chapter of the Texas Restaurant Association. Jerry Morales, ...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Odessa Police Department are investigating a major crash on South Highway 385 and Baiza Drive (just north of Loop 338). On Oct. 1, at 6:31 p.m., Odessa police responded to the area of South Highway 385 to the report of a major crash. An 18-wheeler was t...
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TOPEKA, Kan. ( WIBW /Gray News) - Healing continues for Audrey Austin following a brutal dog attack back in July , when she was 24 weeks pregnant, that changed her life forever. “I’m going to stay strong, and I’m going to keep moving, and it’s going to take time to forgive the p...
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BUENA VISTA, Colo. (Gray News) — Quick-acting police officers and first responders helped save the life of a choking infant in Colorado, authorities said. The Buena Vista Police Department said officers responded on the night of Sept. 27 to an emergency call reporting an infant w...
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The 6th annual Pink in the Park breast cancer awareness event is scheduled to take place this Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Centennial Park in downtown Midland....
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Juan and Elvia Guerrero opened West Arcade in Odessa to provide families in the Permian Basin with entertainment options and snack choices.
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A cold front will bring cooler temperatures and showers to the Permian Basin through Saturday before a warming trend begins Sunday.
