Five Debates. Watch & Decide.

Your vote matters—and so does being informed. Basin PBS is bringing five candidate debates to West Texas this October, so you can hear directly from the people seeking to represent you, your family, and your community.
 Watch live on Basin PBS, Facebook, and YouTube. 

Submit questions through the Basin PBS Facebook event pages, and we’ll ask as many as we’re able.

October 5, Oct 12-15 | All debates begin at 7 p.m.

Too small? Too short? Outgrown it? Pass it on!

 Give a gently used costume a second life and help make sure every kid gets a little Halloween magic. With costs rising, your donation can help another child find the perfect Halloween look—at no cost to their family.

 Bring new or gently used, clean costumes in good condition to Basin PBS at 203 N. Main Street in Midland from September 8 through October 9, Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

 Then join us for our FREE Costume Distribution on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Families can stop by Basin PBS and choose a costume while supplies last.

 Donate a costume. Pass on the fun. Make Halloween magic!

Be part of a West Texas holiday tradition! Basin PBS is looking for singers, dancers, musicians and bands of all ages to audition for Christmas on Main, our annual holiday special celebrating the talent and spirit of our communities.

Auditions are October 16 from 5–7 p.m. and October 17 from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at Basin PBS, 203 N. Main Street in Midland. Performances should be two minutes or less. 

In-person auditions are encouraged, and video auditions will also be accepted.

Sign up by Friday, October 16 at 5 p.m. 
Click to sign up now!

The Jolly Trolley, Basin PBS's brand-new mobile education van, has officially arrived, and we couldn't be more excited to get it out into the community. 

Keep an eye on BasinPBS.org and our social media to find out where the Jolly Trolley will roll next. We can't wait to see you out there!

Visit the Jolly Trolley page here on our website and see where it will be next OR request it for your next event!

A huge thank you to Oxy for their generous support and for helping make this new chapter possible. ❤️

For 40 years, Basin PBS has been part of life in the Permian Basin—bringing trusted stories, educational programming, and meaningful connections to our community. From our first broadcast in 1986 to today’s multi-platform presence, we’ve grown alongside West Texas while staying true to our mission. Because Basin PBS isn’t just where you watch—it’s something you belong to.

PBS KIDS videos and games anytime, anywhere you want. You're child can find their favorite characters anytime they like. Find a link to PBS LearningMedia, Ready to Learn the Basin PBS KIDS Club and more!