Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Angel Protection, a Midland company offering an AI-powered threat detection system, is a finalist at SXSW and will travel to Austin next week to compete for an innovation award. CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rising global tensions are pushing oil and gas prices higher, with refined fuel costs moving from $65 to the mid 70s. Local energy producers (in the Permian Basin) say transportation delays from rerouted shipments may drive costs up further if conflicts continue. CBS7
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Venardos Circus
7-10 p.m. — Midland Park Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the joy of circus performances suitable for all ages.
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Shannon Cannings: Distractions - Opening Reception
5:30-7 p.m. — Arts Council of Midland — Free entry — Enjoy appetizers, beverages, art, and friends at this community celebration.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Night 1
7-10 p.m. — Yucca Theatre — Costs vary — Experience thrilling mountain films that ignite the spirit of adventure.
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