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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The West Texas Food Bank announced that beginning today its Odessa pantry will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month while its Midland pantry will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on the 2nd and 4th Thursday — anyone in line by noon at either location will receive food assistance. Odessa American
- ➤ Ector County has kicked off Child Abuse Awareness Month—local advocates are joining efforts to end child abuse. NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Odessa College assistant band director Jonathan Ortiz returned after a 10-year break and now works with Band Director John Carroll to lead a growing band program. He teaches music theory and conducts parts of the concert and jazz bands while reviving the drum line using his strong local ties. Odessa American
- ➤ Representatives from several departments and a current student spoke in support of the 2025 Odessa College bond during a town hall held Tuesday, where officials said the bond will help current and future students—despite local social media backlash. Future town halls will continue to inform voters ahead of the bond vote. CBS7
- ➤ Odessa High students took part in a living history museum on April 1 at the school—where they shared presentations on the past. The event included a musical performance of Imagine and featured presentations by students like Sayde Peevy. Odessa American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Odessa Police Department warns that left-hand turns are risky as many crashes have occurred when drivers misjudge oncoming traffic or think a blinking yellow arrow allows a turn. The department urged drivers to yield to oncoming traffic—especially at private drives and business entrances—to reduce serious collisions. Odessa American
- ➤ The City of Odessa released six names for the city manager job and will cut the list to four on April 16 for interviews. Interim City Manager Richard Morton said a firm is doing candidate checks (social media, financial, and criminal) while residents will meet the finalists at a town hall on April 17 (with the earliest start set for June 1). Odessa American
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medical Center Hospital and Ronald McDonald House Charities have celebrated 19 years of partnership that has supported families through the Ronald McDonald Family Room—this collaboration continues to offer essential care in times of need. NewsWest9
- ➤ A measles outbreak in Texas is spreading as 22 new cases were reported Tuesday, bringing the state total to 422 cases in 19 counties with the first cases recorded in Erath and Brown counties. Health officials say 42 hospitalizations and similar rises in Oklahoma and New Mexico show a national increase in measles cases that exceeds totals from 2024. Odessa American
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Midessa Boat, RV, Sport & Gun Show
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Admission fees apply — Explore a variety of boats, RVs, sports gear, and firearms at this exciting local show.
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Vintage Deluxe x ODT Vintage Trade Day
10 AM - 5 PM — Vintage Deluxe — Free entry — Explore a diverse array of treasures from over 20 local vendors at this family-friendly pop-up event.
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Texas REALTORS 360: Leadership Round-Up
6-9 p.m. — Odessa Country Club — Free entry — Network with REALTORS® leadership over dinner, drinks, and entertainment at this vibrant gathering.
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Annie Musical Performance
7:30-10 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the uplifting story of Little Orphan Annie filled with hope and determination.
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