Good morning, Midland.

Iris Hall-Sanders was honored for decades of volunteer service that has strengthened local communities.

The award recognized her lifelong dedication to helping others and making a difference in Midland.

January air travel at Midland International Air & Space Port dropped to 45,136 passengers & declined 11.83% from last January due to extreme winter weather that limited flights & resulted in lower numbers than January 2024.

UTPB students (University of Texas Permian Basin) are rethinking their political engagement as midterms approach; many feel burned out by fast social media news while recognizing that a single vote could shape future local opportunities.

Midland College inducted 31 new members into the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society on Feb.

23 with a ceremony that celebrated the students' academic achievement and leadership development on campus.

Forrest Allen of Midland College, who has led the athletic department since 2007 and spent 31 years at his alma mater (both as a student and an administrator), said he is preparing to retire soon and pass the baton to new leadership.

He plans a smooth transition that honors his long-standing role in the community.

Former Odessa Jackalopes goalie Connor Hellebuyck helped Team USA secure a 2-1 gold medal win over Canada on Sunday morning.

Local leaders praised his performance — noting how a legacy that began at the Coliseum now inspires international success.

Giant the Musical

7:30 p.m. — Midland Community Theatre — Pay-What-You-Can Performance — Experience a poignant musical adaptation that explores Texas's grand narrative through dramatic storytelling.

NEEDTOBREATHE Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of captivating music from the multi-platinum band NEEDTOBREATHE as they showcase their latest album.

Odessa Tattoo Expo 2026

1-11 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — $25/day or $40 for a 3-day pass — Experience live tattooing by 175 artists along with free raffle giveaways for tattoos.

The 4th Wall Collective Presents — Midland AF

5:30-9:00 p.m. — Cotton Flat Records — $10 at the door — Early show featuring local support bands in a vibrant music scene.

MidAtlantic Men Concert

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful musical showdown between American and British hits with charming performances and witty banter.

VENARDOS CIRCUS Far Beyond Tour

7 p.m. — Midland Park Mall — Tickets from $19.95 — Experience a Broadway-style circus with acrobats and comedians exploring the magic of dreams.

René Vaca Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-11 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with comedian René Vaca, known for his engaging and relatable humor.

2nd Annual DPSOA Crawfish Cook-Off

12-7 p.m. — Fair to Midland — $43.46 at the gate — Experience a lively competition for the title of The Permian Basin Crawfish King and enjoy delicious crawfish with live music.

MTLCA Varsity Baseball vs. Trinity

5-6:45 p.m. — Trinity School of Midland — Free entry — Cheer on the Trinity varsity baseball team as they take on MTLCA in a home non-conference game.

Venardos Circus

7-10 p.m. — Midland Park Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the joy of circus performances suitable for all ages.