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Monarchs in Midland County: a quick science lesson

Monarchs in Midland County: a quick science lesson

Monarchs in Midland County: a quick science lesson

MIDLAND COUNTY - Have you noticed monarch butterflies in our area? Some of our readers have mentioned seeing the beautiful black-and-orange visitors fluttering around their homes, so we figured it was the perfect excuse for a good old-fashioned science lesson.
Greenwood High School superintendent’s award winners for first six weeks: 9th Grade: Reese Bingham 10th Grade: Logan Stringfield 11th Grade: Weston Cummings 12th Grade: Lauren White

Greenwood High School superintendent’s award winners for first six weeks: 9th Grade: Reese Bingham 10th Grade: Logan Stringfield 11th Grade: Weston Cummings 12th Grade: Lauren White

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Freshman Outlaws cheer squad won first place at the P5 Sports League Cheerleading Competition held Sunday, Oct. 12 in Midland.

Freshman Outlaws cheer squad won first place at the P5 Sports League Cheerleading Competition held Sunday, Oct. 12 in Midland.

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Cotton QuickTake

October 20, 2025 It seems that every week has become a “critical week” in the ongoing government shutdown. Now entering its fourth week, it stands as the third-longest in U.S. history — and the longest full shutdown ever.
Greenwood sixth grader Ari Herrera had her hair and nails done by cosmetology student Nicole Rayos during a princess makeover event Friday. Greenwood High School cosmetology students gave makeovers to the first 10 elementary girls to sign up, earning credit toward the 1,500 hours required for a state cosmetology license upon graduation.

Greenwood sixth grader Ari Herrera had her hair and nails done by cosmetology student Nicole Rayos during a princess makeover event Friday. Greenwood High School cosmetology students gave makeovers to the first 10 elementary girls to sign up, earning credit toward the 1,500 hours required for a state cosmetology license upon graduation.

Greenwood sixth grader Ari Herrera

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Greenwood Rangerettes dominate Monahans in straight sets victory

The Greenwood Rangerettes proved unstoppable Friday night, sweeping Monahans 25-20, 25-21, 25-17 in an electrifying District 3-4A matchup. The win pushes Greenwood’s record to 2612, as the team displayed a balanced attack on offense, tenacious defense, and precise setting throughout the contest.

Fixin’ to Happen

Greenwood High School is hosting its third annual Trunk or Treat on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Greenwood's Barron advances to state in cross country

Greenwood's Barron advances to state in cross country

Greenwood's Barron advances to state in cross country

For Greenwood junior Alyssa Barron, the finish line at Mae Simmons Park in Lubbock wasn’t just the end of a twomile race, it was the result of a year of hard work and determination. Barron qualified for the UIL State Cross Country Meet after running a 12:24 at the regional meet Tuesday, Oct.
Second graders Traycen Hollums and Kamden Brooks feed goats during a recent field trip to Fiddlesticks Farms. The sevenacre farm owned by Greenwood couple Jessica & Matt Norton is having a successful 18th season. Once again, attracting families and school field trips from across the Permian Basin. For families who haven’t experienced the farm and its more than 25 attractions this year — hurry, because the season ends Nov. 15.

Second graders Traycen Hollums and Kamden Brooks feed goats during a recent field trip to Fiddlesticks Farms. The sevenacre farm owned by Greenwood couple Jessica & Matt Norton is having a successful 18th season. Once again, attracting families and school field trips from across the Permian Basin. For families who haven’t experienced the farm and its more than 25 attractions this year — hurry, because the season ends Nov. 15.