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- Midland's thriving oil and energy industry has lured thousands of millennials to the desert city.
- Half of the home-owning population is between the ages of 27 and 41.
- Their presence has led to more cafes, parks, and concert venues.
In July, I was sent to Midland, Texas, with a mission: To determine why half of the city's homeowners are millennials.
At first, I was a bit apprehensive about visiting the West Texas city — my friends and family were, too.