Good Day
Odessa
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ First Alert 7 provided exclusive preview of Disney On Ice's 'Let's Dance!' show, which runs through March 15 and features Mickey, his friends, and characters from Wish, The Lion King, Frozen, and Moana. Tickets are required for guests 2 and older (no costumes allowed for those 14 and older). CBS7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Baker Hughes report shows the Permian Basin rig count remains at 241 rigs, which is a drop from 301 a year ago, as national rig activity increased by two while oil prices rose to $95.19 per barrel (local benchmark). Industry trends point to a gradual shift in production. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UTPB professors Moreland and Baker developed custom AI teaching assistants to answer student questions about assignments and course content. The tools incorporate safeguards to prevent academic dishonesty and offer 24/7 access to notes and syllabus details (including pre-set starter questions). Odessa American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced renovation plans for the Ector County Courthouse aiming to transform a five-acre block in downtown Odessa into a modern community hub with a civic park for walking, events & pop-up markets. The project will boost safety and efficiency while supporting future growth. NewsWest9
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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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