MUSEUM GOLD: MUSEUM OF THE SOUTHWEST The Museum of the Southwest earns the Gold Award for Museum with a rich blend of art, history, science, and culture. As one of Midland’s treasured institutions, it continues to inspire curiosity across many generations. Silver: The Petroleum Museum Bronze: CAF High Sky Wing
PHOTO COURTESY MUSEUM OF THE SOUTHWEST
LOCAL SPORTS TEAM VENUE GOLD: MOMENTUM BANK BALLPARK Momentum Bank Ballpark takes the Gold Award for Local Sports Team Venue as one of Midland’s most recognizable gathering places. Home to the RockHounds, it continues to bring together sports, celebration, and hometown spirit. Silver: Scharbauer Sports Complex Bronze: Bush Tennis Center
PARTY DÉCOR GOLD: TWINKLE & TOAST PARTY CO. Twinkle & Toast Party Co. claims the Gold Award for Party Décor with a style that feels festive and memorable. Its eye-catching details have quickly made it a standout in Midland’s event scene. Silver: Cody’s Red Balloon Bronze: Stellar Marquees Midland
PLACE OF WORSHIP PRESCHOOL GOLD: REDEEMER MIDLAND
GOLD: TRINITY SCHOOL OF MIDLAND
Redeemer Midland receives the Gold Award for Place of Worship by cultivating a strong sense of faith and fellowship for Midlanders.
Trinity School of Midland earns the Gold Award for Preschool by offering young learners a strong foundation in a nurturing, faithbased setting.
Silver: Real Church Midland
Silver: Midland College Pre-K Academy
Bronze: First Baptist Church of Midland
Bronze: Crestview Baptist Church
PODCAST (PERMIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL BASIN BASED) GOLD (TIE): HOLY CROSS GOLD: THE KRISTA ESCAMILLA SHOW The Krista Escamilla Show takes the Gold Award for Podcast (Permian Basin based) with conversations that feel polished, personal, and community-driven. Krista’s thoughtful perspective has helped establish the show as a distinctive local voice that helps to shine a spotlight on people, businesses and more in West Texas and beyond. Silver: Best of Midland Texas Bronze: Downtown Studio Midland: In Focus
WEB / SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE (LOCAL) GOLD: MYRAH TAVAREZ - SKIN LIKE MYNE AESTHETICS Myrah Tavarez of Skin Like Myne Aesthetics takes the Gold Award for Web / Social Media Presence (Local) with a polished and engaging digital brand. Through strong visual storytelling, she has created an online presence that leaves a lasting impression. Silver: T&T Donuts - Midkiff
CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Bronze: Basin Flavor
Holy Cross Catholic School receives the Gold Award for Private School with a legacy defined by faith, scholarship, and community.
WEDDING VENUE
GOLD (TIE): MIDLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Midland Christian School shares the Gold Award for Private School, reflecting its strong reputation for Christcentered learning and academic excellence. Its emphasis on leadership and student growth continues to set it apart. Bronze: St. Ann’s School
GOLD: LA LUZ EVENT CENTER La Luz Event Center claims the Gold Award for Wedding Venue with a setting designed for elegance and celebration. Its beautiful space has made it a standout choice for couples planning unforgettable moments. Silver: The Venue at Live Oaks Bronze (Tie): Casa de Windswept Bronze (Tie): The Barn Venue
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