Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Every Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m., 92-year-old Reverend Charles Harshman plays piano at Music City Mall where his music helps him cope with loss and builds strong community ties in Odessa. CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local fuel prices rose 20% today following reports that experts fear disruptions from the war in Iran. Odessa residents may pay more at the pump as supply concerns persist & market uncertainty grows. NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Odessa Study Club met at the Odessa College Wood Health Sciences Building where Alissa Cornelius led a tour of Simulator Hospital labs (rehab and radiology) and members enjoyed St. Patrick’s Day refreshments; Marcy Weatherby and Kim Barcena will deliver Meals on Wheels in April. Odessa American
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas oil and gas companies invest billions in new technologies like carbon capture and advanced leak detection to lower emissions and water use. Industry leaders say improved methane reduction and habitat restoration efforts show that the energy sector is making progress on environmental stewardship for the benefit of local communities. Odessa American
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Safety officials urge parents to keep children within arm’s reach when swimming as spring break nears, with COM Aquatics advising the use of bright swimwear (for better lifeguard visibility) and life jackets to lower drowning risks. CBS7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UTPB announced its 2026 football schedule with seven away games and four home games at Astound Broadband Stadium under new head coach Chris Softley. The Falcons start their season against FCS UT-Rio Grande Valley on Aug. 29 and begin spring practice Mar. 20. NewsWest9
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Disney On Ice - Let's Dance
6 PM – 9 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Ticket required — Dance with Disney characters as they remix your favorite tunes and bring color to the ice.
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Disney On Ice - Let's Dance
7-10 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — An enchanting evening featuring beloved Disney characters gliding on ice.
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Styx Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience Styx's latest album 'Circling From Above' live as they blend technology and nature in their storytelling.
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