Jacob Sloan

My last Powering the Permian segment at KMID! Take a look at how recovery is different this time around.

Rig count sees small increases as recovery continues MIDLAND, Texas (ABC Big 2 / FOX 24)- As the oil economy continues to recover in the Permian Basin, the process of recovery is taking a different form according to Permian Basin Petroleum Associatio…

For those looking for the 1st vaccine dose, ORMC is still giving them out! Make an appointment by calling 432-582-8549 or visit their website:

odessaregionalmedicalcenter.org/vaccine

Odessa Regional Medical Center | COVID-19 As COVID-19 continues to spread across the United States, Steward Health Care is fully prepared to care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WTI Crude is selling for 15% higher than in the beginning of February. This is the highest price for oil since 2019.

Producers are ready to cash in on high oil prices MIDLAND, Texas (Big 2/Fox24) – Oil prices jumped up to the low 60’s this week as producers continue to recover from the winter storm that slammed the Lone Star State last week. Accordin…

Rep. August Pfluger hosted House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Rep. Bruce Westerman, the ranking Republican on the House Natural Resources Committee at Diamondback energy in Midland. On an icy day in West Texas, the rhetoric was anything but cold.

House Republicans Visit The Permian Basin To Oppose Biden Policies MIDLAND, Texas (ABC Big 2 / Fox 24)- Representative August Pfluger hosted House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy of California and Representative Bruce Westerman of Arkansas at Diamondback Energy in …

A 9 year-old girl passed away in Winkler County yesterday. Family and friends told me she had a bright future and wanted to be a teacher when she grew up.

Nine-year-old dead, two injured in a six-vehicle crash in Winkler County Funeral service for nine-year-old held this Friday WINKLER COUNTY, Texas (Nexstar) – A nine-year-old girl is dead and two other people are injured in a fatal crash on State Highway 302 and St…

A small memorial for a huge loss.

It was a car crash at 302 and 115 in Kermit that took the life of a Wink elementary student. More, tonight, on ABC Big 2 News - KMID

According to Rep. August Pfluger “this is absolutely the wrong move”

Biden halts federal land leasing for oil and gas drilling ODESSA, Texas (Big 2 / FOX 24) – President Joe Biden signed an executive order today that puts a moratorium on new oil and gas leases on federal lands. This order does not affect private land…

ENERGY REPORT:

A deeper dive into the oil and gas industry under the Biden Administration, as well as a look at Texas oil without the Keystone XL Pipeline. I sat down with Latigo Petroleum CEO Kirk Edwards to discuss.

Permian Producers Are Optimistic About Keystone XL Cancellation ODESSA, Texas (Big 2/Fox 24) – President Joe Biden took office Wednesday, and immediately took to signing executive orders. One of those orders revokes the permit that former President Donald…

54 years after her death, the “Pecos Jane Doe” or “Unidentified Girl Drowned” was identified. Pecos Police announced today, the body of 17 year-old Jolaine Hemmy, was found in 1966 in the Ropers Motel swimming pool. Full story here:

Jane Doe identified in 54-year-old Pecos cold case PECOS, Texas (Nexstar) – Pecos Police will provide an update on a cold case that dates back to the 1960s. According to police the investigation was opened back on July 5, 1966 in reference to…

The City of Pecos Police department is providing an update on a 55 year-old cold case. Catch the livestream here:

Pecos Police to provide update on cold case from 1966 PECOS, Texas (Nexstar) – Pecos Police will provide an update on a cold case that dates back to the 1960s. According to police the investigation was opened back on July 5 1966 in reference to …

ENERGY REPORT:

Freshman Congressman August Pfluger's first bill in the House of Representatives would prohibit the moratorium on federal land leasing for oil and gas drilling.

If passed, the bill would have major impacts in the Permian Basin's economy. READ MORE:

Rep. Pfluger’s first bill aims to protect oil industry ODESSA, Texas (Big 2/Fox 24) – Freshman Congressman August Pfluger introduced his first bill last week, just 3 days after taking the oath to officially become the representative for Texas& #82…

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Experts are saying 2021 will be good for the oil and gas industry. West Texans weigh in on why this new year is looking good for the oil field

Experts Optimistic About Energy Industry in 2021 MIDLAND, Texas (Big 2/ FOX24) – As an unpredictable 2020 comes to a close, the energy industry has it’s eyes set on a new year. One that many are optimistic about. “I am optimisti…

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My first Energy Report of the year! I talked with experts about 2021, OPEC’s plans for increasing production, as well as the Biden Administration’s impact on the industry. 🛢

Join me tonight on Big 2 News - KMID at 6 and 10. Also on KPEJ FOX 24 News at 9.

The snow is still coming down in Ft. Stockton! Here at the Pecos County Courthouse, someone took the time to build a snowman while enjoying the weather. Be safe out there and take a moment to take in the beauty!

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BREAKING NEWS: One Deputy and one suspect shot in Odessa. More on Big 2 News - KMID at 10.

https://www.yourbasin.com/local-news-2/one-deputy-and-a-suspect-shot-in-odessa/?fbclid=IwAR0YQlzjVIPI_d5QRQsU173UTXYEAsitFPlMQ1ZSaIrvNDvNuKnGbBXslHY

One deputy and a suspect shot in Odessa ODESSA, Texas (Big 2/Fox 24) – According to Ector County Sheriff, Mike Griffis, two people were shot in Ector County. including a deputy and a suspect. We are told it happened in the intersec…

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Hey West Texas! If you have pictures from the snow today, send them my way and you could see them on air tonight!

Cowboy hat for the oil town showdown! We’ll be doing our 5 and 6 o’clock newscasts LIVE from Grande Communications Stadium tonight. If you’re coming out to the Midland v. Lee game, come see us outside section 108!

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Governor Abbott lifted restrictions on capacity in most places, but bars are still closed throughout the state. Do you think bars should reopen? Let us know here:

Gov. Abbott expands capacity for most of Texas, bars to remain closed AUSTIN (KXAN / KMID) — Businesses across much of Texas will be allowed to expand capacity restrictions starting as early as Sept. 21, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday. For the state’s 19 hospita…

Cold Front?
*models show temperatures dropping 45 degrees in 12 hours*
Right... Cold Front.

Big Cold Front After Labor Day! – 9/6/20 Labor day will bring warm temperatures but they won’t stick around!

Today we remember the 7 lives we lost. We remember how we felt that day, one year ago, when it seemed the world had stopped turning. We remember the first responders that put their lives on the line to save ours. But most importantly, we remember that we are . Tune in to Big 2 News - KMID tonight at 5 pm as we remember August 31, 2019.

Rain? High temperatures in the 80s? Is this West Texas or am I dreaming?

Rain is Here! – 8/30/20 Rain has made it’s way to West Texas as rain chances increase this week!

It’s not everyday that I get to say that I loved telling that story. Well today was one of those rare days. I loved telling this story, check it out.

Odessa Jesus House Executive Director Back at Work After Recovering from Coronavirus ODESSA, Texas (Big 2/Fox 24) – “Being released today there was such a euphoria that came over us knowing that we were negative.” Donny Kyker said. The pastor and executive directo…

Permian Basin Gives is tomorrow! Hear why some of the non-profits in West Texas need your help.

Permian Basin Gives Supports West Texas Non-Profits Tuesday is Permian Basin Gives, a day of giving that goes directly towards the charities and non-profits here in West Texas. The event, organized by several foundations, is meant to help the non-pr…

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112 new Coronavirus cases in Midland County today.

The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on 112 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Midland County for August 11, 2020, bringing the overall case count to 2788.

There are 888 isolated cases, 1359 recovered, 347 under investigation, 145 unable to locate/refused and 49 COVID-19 related deaths in Midland County. Today’s new cases are reflective of lab results from August 6-10, 2020.

The City of Midland Health Department will continue to monitor the individuals in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The full chart has been updated through August 9, 2020 and can be found here: https://www.midlandtexas.gov/232/Health-Senior-Services

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of Andrews and Winkler Counties in Texas, and Lea County, New Mexico. This storm is 14 miles northeast of Jal, NM and moving south at 10 MPH.

This storm is bringing 60 MPH winds and quarter-sized hail. Please move inside as this storm passes.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Brewster County until 4 P.M. CDT. The storm is located near Alpine and moving south at 15 MPH.

This storm is bringing 60 MPH winds and quarter-sized hail. Please stay inside as this storm passes

Oh boy we need some rain! Luckily, there's some on the way but it may not be enough to help this drought. Check out this week's forecast.

https://www.yourbasin.com/weather/forecast/we-need-some-rain-8-9-20/

We need some rain! – 8/9/20 There’s rain in the forecast tomorrow but we need more than that to pull us out of this drought.

Well it might look a little different, but today is my graduation! I’m so thankful for 4 years in Columbia and will never forget my time in South Carolina. Congrats to all of the grads today, we did it!

Some residents in Big Spring are pushing for Mayor Shannon Thomason to be recalled. Hear from the resident who submitted the petition and a member of city council.

https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/big-spring-citizens-look-to-recall-mayor/

Big Spring citizens look to recall mayor BIG SPRING, Texas (Big 2/Fox 24)- Linda Burchett submitted a petition on July 29 to recall mayor of Big Spring, Shannon Thomason. The petition claims a dereliction of duty, threatening city personn…