College student announced as Star-Spangled Sing-Off winner

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · July 2, 2026 · 2 min read

NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa (KCRG/Gray News) - A University of Iowa student has won the Star-Spangled Sing-Off, a nationwide competition held by Gray Media.Out of thousands of entries nationwide, Lily Schloss won the contest with her performance of the national anthem. Her performance came at a Universit...

Why this matters in The Midland

While the Star-Spangled Sing-Off winner may not be a local resident, the fact that she will be recording a special performance of the national anthem in Nashville, to be aired on Gray stations nationwide, including possibly KOSA CBS7, means Midland residents may soon have the opportunity to hear her rendition on their local television station. This connection to the Permian Basin area could spark interest in local vocal performance students, who may be inspired by Schloss's achievement and consider entering similar competitions. Additionally, the story may prompt local event organizers to consider showcasing talented vocalists from the area, potentially leading to more opportunities for Midland residents to perform the national anthem at community events, such as high school sports games or city celebrations. As the Permian Basin community continues to grow and support its local arts scene, stories like Schloss's can help foster a sense of pride and motivation among aspiring musicians.

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Category: schools · Published: July 2, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 2 min

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College student announced as Star-Spangled Sing-Off winner

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