Railroad Commission of Texas said Feb. 20 it notified City of Gorman that Bass Lake in Frank Gray Memorial Park in Eastland County has been determined to be safe for recreational use. The spring-fed lake on the edge of the Barnett Shale was contaminated in April 1990 when a pipeline ruptured and spilled 294,000 gallons […]
Homelessness the Theme of New Midland-based Film
“Finding Home in Boomtown” chronicles a family’s journey from six-figure oilfield job to living with and helping the homeless. “And He said to them, ‘Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.’ Immediately they left their nets and followed Him.” Matthew 4:18-20, NASB “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep […]
The Sport of Kings is right next-door!
Sponsored Post: The Sport of Kings is right next-door! Have you dreamed of owning a racehorse? The unique sights, sounds and camaraderie of the backstretch in the morning, the beauty of and bond with the horse, the anticipation of race day, the anxiousness in the paddock before the race and the rush you get from […]
Big Spring, Moviemaking Mecca
by Jesse Mullins BIG SPRING, TEXAS—Members of the cast and crew of The Iron Orchard descended upon Big Spring, Texas, in late February as part of their publicity tour for the theatrical release of their new film. On the evening of the 21st, they were in attendance at the city’s Cinemark multiplex for a screening […]
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Get it, toss it in your truck, and then you’ll have it whether at home or on the road. It’s called the Etekcity 4-Pack Portable Outdoor LED Camping Lanterns set. The manufacturer describes it as “ultra-bright, and durable, with 30 individual low-powered LED bulbs, designed for a long lifespan.” It’s collapsible. Unlike some things […]
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The Tejano Super Car Show returns to the Ector County Fairgrounds Nov. 17-18. Besides the world championship custom cars, you can see trucks, motorcycles, and even lowrider custom bicycles—all displayed in six buildings. Three stages will feature entertainment. There are food booths and vendors. Includes the “Texas Death Match Car Hop.” You’ve gotta see this […]
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Thai House is casual and easy. The menu is simple, the staff friendly. There are fried rice dishes, noodle plates, salads, spring and egg rolls, bao, house specials… everything you’d expect to find at a Thai restaurant. I chose the Spicy Curry Chicken and my husband chose the Thai House Special. We chose our amount […]
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It’s called the Stinger On-the-Go Insect Zapper and it’s designed to attract and kill select flying insects. For use anywhere outdoors—patio, deck, camping, beach, picnics, and sporting events. Helps protect outdoor enthusiasts from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases such as West Nile and Zika virus. Powered with USB cord or batteries or USB with an […]
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Since the Midland Beer Garden opened in 2014, it has been well known as one of the best places for craft beer in the area, if not the best. With over 70 taps of delicious brews to choose from, it’s no wonder it won the MRT Reader’s Choice Awards three years in a row. […]
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Fall is here and that means sports goes into hyperdrive. Be prepared. Sharper Image has the Portable Drive-In Movie Theater, which lets you enjoy sporting events, movies, and video games on the included 70” screen. It combines an LED projector, 12” speaker, and subwoofer in a convenient rolling design. Features HDMI and USB inputs for […]