02/04/2026
Our 4th Quarter Oilfield Update is out and packed with the latest happenings from the field — drilling activity, regional trends, and what’s shaping the months ahead. 🛢️🔥
If you didn’t catch it in your mailbox, now’s your chance 👇
👉 Check it out here: https://mailchi.mp/a64915a94fc6/on-the-move-10329734?e=86140afaa1
As always, thanks for supporting Western Hot Oil — see you in the field!
According to the Texas Oil & Gas Association and labor reports, upstream employment in Texas remained fairly stable through 2025 despite low oil prices and some drilling slowdowns. That stability matters in regions like the Panhandle that depend on consistent operator activity and service jobs. ...