IREC Midland Texas: What the World’s Largest Student Rocket Competition Means for Our Community
When Steve Taylor was 10 years old, he watched Neil Armstrong step onto the moon and felt something shift inside him. He never became an astronaut. He went into chemistry, […]
Building Sweet Futures, One Gingerbread House at a Time
Every December, Midland Fair Havens turns candy, frosting and gingerbread into one of the most fun and meaningful events of the season. Guests gather around tables filled with endless candy, […]
Built on mentorship, sustained by faith: Teen Flow turns 25
Teen Flow Youth Ministry is celebrating 25 years of transformation, mentorship and belonging for young people across the Permian Basin. From serving 120 students each week in its after-school program […]
Nonprofit Leadership Books to Read in 2026
Six Books to Help You Lead with Clarity, Integrity, and Long-Term Vision Leadership in the nonprofit world is rarely calm. Most leaders are balancing mission, people, funding, volunteers, systems, and […]
Fifteen Years of Fair: How Bo Zertuche Helped Bring Midland’s County Fair to Life
When Bo Zertuche walks through the gates of the Midland County Fair each August, he doesn’t just see carnival rides and livestock pens. He sees years of hard work, community […]
Sticking Together: How Frosting, Family and Friendship Build Stronger Communities
Gingerbread Haven 2024 was nothing short of magical—a heartwarming tradition where families, coworkers, and friends came together to kick off the Christmas season. Guests of all ages decorated gingerbread houses, […]
From Lost to Found
My name is Jesus and I am a Senior at LHS. I lead the Media Team as a Servant Leader at Teen FLOW. Before my life with Christ, I was […]
Bridging the Gap in Churches
Previously, many members struggled to connect with service opportunities in our local area. unaware of ways to contribute to the needs around them. With the introduction of Every Neighbor, however, […]
A True Transformation
After leaving a program for human trafficking survivors, Kara found herself slipping back into a lifestyle that was unhealthy and far from what she desired. Despite her past experiences in […]
2024 Gingerbread Haven
Another Great Event! 2024 Gingerbread Haven was a magical event again, for families, for co-workers, and for all ages of guests, enjoying a fun way to welcome in the Christmas […]