Good Day
Odessa
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Judy, who lives near Odessa High School, said students walking to lunch spots on West County Road leave trash in her complex and in October vandalized her door (she cleaned sticky Sprite mix off her porch) as ECISD Police and school officials have not acted. CBS7
- ➤ Odessa nonprofit Una Mano Amiga Para Todos and Hispanic Heritage will host a breakfast for community leaders on Jan. 30 at 9 a.m. at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center to develop coordinated responses to resource gaps and migration challenges. Odessa American
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Energy leaders gathered at the Bush Convention Center for the ninth annual State of Oil and Gas luncheon — the event showcased key trends in the Basin's oil and gas industry. NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UTPB has received a three-year, $400,000 NSF grant to boost research and workforce development in the Permian Basin (the second largest NSF award in its history). The university will expand partnerships in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology, led by Dr. Brian Shedd until September 2028. Odessa American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ector County officials met with the National Weather Service and local partners to update plans for extreme winter weather expected Friday through Sunday with freezing rain, sleet, and possibly snow; Thursday briefings will review forecasts and potential closures if power outages occur. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medical Center Health’s Diabetes Clinic is now open for free initial diabetes diagnosis and basic treatment for uninsured patients at the old Urgent Care on 1940 E. 42nd St, with walk-ins accepted every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. CBS7
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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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The Rampage Rumble
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Barn G — $20 VIP, $10 general admission — Experience the ultimate wrestling showdown with Rampage Wrestlers in action.
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