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Odessa
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Austin Keith, owner of Pinkie’s Inc. (a 23-store chain) and long-time civic leader, was named Citizen of the Year at a ceremony Thursday, Feb. 12 at the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center for his industry advocacy and community service. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ECISD reminds students that classes will be held on February 16 as a make-up day after lost school time from a recent snowstorm. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Cal Hendrick honored former judge Eddy Spivey with a proclamation for Black History Month today as members of St. James Missionary Baptist Church watched. Spivey, a decorated military veteran with a record-setting judicial career, remains active in community service. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Midland Memorial Hospital resumed normal emergency intake operations today by partnering with Medical Center Hospital + Odessa Regional Medical Center to sterilize instruments despite on-campus sterilizer issues. The hospital remains closed to out-of-county transfers as teams work to fully restore its sterilization process. CBS7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 12, Midland College completed a season sweep over Odessa College when the women's team won 63 to 55 and the men's team edged 75 to 73 in a close game. The wins boost Midland's momentum heading into postseason play. NewsWest9
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OdInk Masters Tattoo Expo 2026
1-11 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — $25/day or $40 for a 3-day pass — Explore live tattooing by award-winning artists and participate in a chance to win free tattoos throughout the weekend.
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Disney On Ice - Let's Dance
6 PM – 9 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Ticket required — Dance with Disney characters as they remix your favorite tunes and bring color to the ice.
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Disney On Ice - Let's Dance
7-10 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — An enchanting evening featuring beloved Disney characters gliding on ice.
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