Good Day
Odessa
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Blue Door Midland Book Club kicks off at 7:00 p.m. at 4610 North Garfield Street and Resolution 5K takes place Saturday at Floyd Gwin Park, with a Dodgeball tournament scheduled for Jan. 14 at Pal Gym (Floyd Gwin). CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Odessa Police Department is hiring Community Service Officers to support patrol operations and local outreach. De’Andrea Carson (a three-year veteran) says the role builds valuable public service skills for those seeking a career in community work. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Odessa Regional Medical Center announced new ACS cervical cancer screening guidelines that let women self-collect HPV samples every 3 years and stop testing after negative results at ages 60 to 65 (clinician-collected tests continue every 5 years). Chief Nursing Officer Carol A. Cates stressed that early screening helps lower risk. Odessa American
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Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience thrilling pro rodeo action and livestock shows in a tradition of West Texas excellence.
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Read to Felix
4-5 p.m. — Ector County Library — Free entry — Kids are invited to read stories and give ear scritches to Felix the friendly animal companion.
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Kevin James Live
8 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Kevin James, known for his hit sitcoms and stand-up performances.
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Rams Alumni Reunion in Odessa
4-6 p.m. — Cork & Pig Tavern — Free entry — Reconnect with fellow Ram fans and get energized for game day with good conversations and door prizes.
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