Midland, TX — January 31, 2026 — Local News Update
Midland, TX — January 31, 2026 — Midland’s unemployment rate drops to 2.9%, and the Midland Home & Senior Expo kicks off this weekend.
Midland’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 2.9%
Midland’s unemployment rate fell to 2.9% in December, tying with San Angelo for the second-lowest in Texas. This marks a decrease from 3.2% in November and is below the 2.6% reported in December 2024. The Financial Services, Professional and Business Services, and Government sectors each added 100 new jobs during this period.
Midland Home & Senior Expo Kicks Off This Weekend
The Midland Home & Senior Expo is set for this weekend at the Bush Convention Center. The event offers home improvement ideas, outdoor living solutions, and senior resources. It’s a family-friendly event with free admission for those who register in advance.
Upcoming Events in Midland
- 11th Annual Dancing with West Texas Stars
A fundraiser for the Crisis Center of West Texas, featuring local performances and dancing. Scheduled for 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, at the Ector Theatre in Odessa. General admission tickets start at $250. - Rehab Live in Concert
Multi-platinum rock band Rehab returns to West Texas with their Welcome Home Tour, performing at the Hacienda Event Center on Saturday, January 31, at 8 p.m.
City Addresses Winter Weather Concerns
Midland officials are urging residents to stay indoors amid extreme cold weather, with temperatures dropping into the teens and light snow reported in the area. Warming centers have been opened to assist those in need during this period.
