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Downtown Midland lane closures begin
By Katelyn Carlock at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A section of Main Street in Midland will be closed this weekend, followed by a series of downtown lane closures beginning June 30 tied to the construction of the Omni Hotel, according to the City of Midland.A lane on Main Street between Texas Avenue and Wall Street will be...
Key takeaway A lane on Main Street between Texas Avenue and Wall Street will be closed June 27–28 for an event.
Why this matters in The Midland
The downtown lane closures tied to the Omni Hotel construction will undoubtedly impact daily commutes and local business operations. With Phase 1 affecting Illinois Avenue between Loraine Street and Big Spring Street, residents and visitors can expect congestion on alternative routes like Texas Avenue and Wall Street. As the construction progresses to Phase 2 and 3, the closures on Illinois Avenue and Big Spring Street will likely redirect traffic to nearby streets, potentially affecting parking and access to shops and restaurants. The limited hours of the Phase 3 closure on Big Spring Street, from 4:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., may provide some relief for evening events and activities in the area. As the city navigates this construction project, it will be crucial to monitor the impact on local traffic and business, and to adjust the closure schedules as needed to minimize disruptions to the community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A section of Main Street in Midland will be closed this weekend, followed by a series of downtown lane closures beginning June 30 tied to the construction of the Omni Hotel, according to the City of Midland.A lane on Main Street between Texas Avenue and Wall Street will be...
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