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Downtown Midland to host National Petroleum Day 2026
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points The event will feature a gala with award presentations and a scholarship announcement. A celebration is planned to commemorate the first successful oil well drilling in the United States.
A celebration is planned to commemorate the first successful oil well drilling in the United States. The event will feature a gala with award presentations and a scholarship announcement. Two individuals will be honored for their contributions.
A free outdoor event will also take place, featuring live music performances by several bands. The festivities will include a fundraising activity to benefit a local fire department.
Further details about the celebration, including the schedule and participants, are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 19, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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