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Of Arts Association's Best of Show piece: 'I just going back to it'

In jurying the Midland Arts Association's show, now hanging at the Museum of the Southwest, Ron Pokrasso looked for, among other characteristics, "art with an attitude."

DEAR ABBY: Loved one's final wishes honor unique individuals

DEAR ABBY: I’m writing to encourage “Wants to Do Right by Mama” (Jan. 25) to honor her mother’s final wishes regarding her burial attire and the position of her body. Several years ago, I sat down with my parents and we talked about their wishes for when they die. We discussed everything from the distribution of their assets to the type of funerals they want. I learned that my father would like a large tombstone, which is something I never knew, so I asked him to draw up exactly what he had in mind.

MISD to investigate teacher's arrest

The incident of a 27-year-old coach Fannin Elementary School arrested on a felony drug possession charge will be investigated by Midland Independent School District before any action is taken.

Smelly feet earn Midland boy a free vacation (+VIDEO)

With his toes poking through, a layer of dirt firmly caked to the inside soles and an established stench that means his parents know he's coming from more than 100 feet away, 9-year-old Dylan Dimmig said his shoes are finally perfect.

Surgeon offering one access point gallbladder surgery

ODESSA -- Instead of 4 3/8-inch incisions -- including one to the belly button -- certain patients undergoing gallbladder procedures can opt for one.