Good Day
Midland
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Midland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Midland and Odessa residents raised over $26,000 for Texas Special Olympics at a polar plunge held on the UTPB campus. Officer Marshall Williams and Special Olympian Zach Smith led the record-setting effort that outpaced other state teams. CBS7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Mary’s Catholic Church presents its annual Passion Play as Easter nears. The live performance reenacts Jesus’s final days from the last supper to crucifixion (featuring volunteer cast, builders, and community members) and invites local residents to reflect on the season’s meaning. CBS7
- ➤ The Museum of the Southwest is offering community tours of the Turner Mansion’s second floor today at 2 p.m. The tours showcase bedrooms, bathrooms, and the Turner family kitchen – part of the mansion’s 90th anniversary celebration and Midland history. CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Midland’s unemployment rate rose to 3.4% in January, keeping it second lowest in Texas after Amarillo’s 3.3%. The Texas Workforce Commission noted the city’s rate remains well below the state average of 4.5% as its civilian labor force slightly increased to 106,000. City of Midland
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT warns drivers that texting while driving poses serious risks this Easter weekend as it launches its (Talk. Text. Crash) campaign and increases patrols from April 6 through April 13 to curb distractions. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Midland Health Services will celebrate National Public Health Week April 7 to 10 with a partner roundtable on April 8 at MLK Center, a Know Your Numbers check on April 9 at the Health Department (3303 W. Illinois Ave.), and an open house on April 10 letting residents explore services. CBS7
- ➤ Midland police officer Stevie Vargas is recovering at home after brain surgery to remove most of a tumor that was later identified as an astrocytoma. He remains eager to return to work while building up his strength, and a fundraiser is set for April 23 in Odessa to support his family. CBS7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A rivalry hockey game will decide which nonprofit wins a Chevron donation at Ector County Coliseum today at 7:15 p.m. If the Jackalopes win, SHARE receives $5,000, while a win for the Ice Wolves awards $5,000 to New Mexico Blade Runners and $2,500 to the losing nonprofit. CBS7
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Crawfish Boil
2-11 p.m. — Little Woodrow's Midland — Cost varies — Enjoy a delicious crawfish boil with cold ale and good company.
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Karaoke Night in Midland
6-11 p.m. — The Destination Midland — Free entry — Sing your heart out on stage at this fun community karaoke night hosted by Average DJ Jake.
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Mahjong & Mingle
1-3 p.m. — Love Affair Bookstore — Free entry — Experience the joy of mahjong in a cozy, book-filled setting with fellow enthusiasts.
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Watersong Wild Space Trail Run
8-9 a.m. — Watersong Wild Space — No registration required — Enjoy a welcoming 5K trail run perfect for all ages and skill levels in the heart of nature.
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All-Ages Painting Session: Springtime Sweetie
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — The Studio by Kidd's & Canvas — Fun and creative time for families — Enjoy a guided painting session perfect for kids aged 5 and up.
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Blippi Live: Be Like Blippi Tour
6-9 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy adventure with Blippi and Meekah, full of music and interactive fun for kids.
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Live Music and Evening Dining
6-9 p.m. — Cafe at the Gardens — No cover — Enjoy local tunes while indulging in delicious food in a relaxed garden setting.
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Neal McCoy Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Venue at Live Oak — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of country music with the legendary Neal McCoy.
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Thundering Hooves Earth Day Event — Midland AF
1-3 p.m. — Bush Family Home State Historic Site — Family friendly event — Celebrate the bond between humans and horses through art, film, and eco-awareness.
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Randy Travis: More Life Tour
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the iconic music of Randy Travis and enjoy a special appearance by the legend himself.
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