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When Dynamite Was Used to Summon Rain in Texas
When Dynamite Was Used to Summon Rain in Texas
When Dynamite Was Used to Summon Rain in Texas
In 1891, Robert St. George Dyrenforth attempted to make it rain in West Texas by detonating explosives in the sky. Though his efforts were unsuccessful, they highlight the innovative—and sometimes eccentric—approaches to weather modification in the face of drought.
Midland Venue Offers $15 Uber Discount to Stop DWIs
Midland Venue Offers $15 Uber Discount to Stop DWIs
Midland Venue Offers $15 Uber Discount to Stop DWIs
Midland, Texas — With one of the highest rates of fatal drunk driving crashes in Texas, the Permian Basin faces a serious challenge. But local venue The Tailgate is taking proactive steps by partnering with Uber to offer discounted rides and promote safer nights out.
Hot Dog Run Returns With 5K, Pets & Costume Contest
Hot Dog Run Returns With 5K, Pets & Costume Contest
Hot Dog Run Returns With 5K, Pets & Costume Contest
Midland, TX — The 11th Annual Hot Dog Run returns May 3, 2025, blending fitness, fun, and furry friends! Hosted by the Midland Humane Coalition, this Star Wars-inspired 5k/1-mile run includes a pet costume contest, with categories for best overall and best Star Wars-themed looks. Don’t miss this out-of-this-galaxy event that supports a great cause!
Speeding Backroads Pose Danger in Midland-Odessa
Speeding Backroads Pose Danger in Midland-Odessa
Speeding Backroads Pose Danger in Midland-Odessa
Speeding on the backroads of Midland-Odessa is a common—and dangerous—issue. With sparse patrol presence and long, empty stretches of road, drivers often exceed speed limits, forgetting that many of these roads run through residential areas. Efforts like Operation Cruise Control aim to combat this growing concern.
Red Dirt BBQ Fest Brings Food & Music to Midland
Red Dirt BBQ Fest Brings Food & Music to Midland
Red Dirt BBQ Fest Brings Food & Music to Midland
The Basin Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival is officially coming to West Texas! Featuring all-you-can-eat BBQ from top Texas pitmasters and a live music lineup to match, this Townsquare Media event promises to be a highlight for foodies and music lovers alike. Don’t miss the debut of what’s sure to become a West Texas tradition.
Superman in Concert Comes to Midland This May
Superman in Concert Comes to Midland This May
Superman in Concert Comes to Midland This May
Midland, Texas — Superman fans, rejoice! The West Texas Symphony will perform the legendary John Williams score live alongside a screening of the classic Superman film at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center on May 17, 2025. Don’t miss this epic musical tribute to the Man of Steel!
Local Heroes Save Child From Abduction in Midland
Local Heroes Save Child From Abduction in Midland
Local Heroes Save Child From Abduction in Midland
A viral TikTok recounts a heroic act in Midland, Texas, where two local men stepped in to stop a possible kidnapping at a gas station. The story highlights not only their bravery but also challenges the negative stereotypes often aimed at West Texans.

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