Good morning, Odessa.

Meals on Wheels of Odessa will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Mudbug party tomorrow at Odessa College downtown in a fundraiser that supports homebound seniors.

VIP admission begins at 5 pm and general admission at 6 pm while Grammy-nominated Corey Ledet and a Zydeco band perform and celebrity chef Eddie Deen cooks crawfish.

Communities in Schools in the Permian Basin will host The Jockeys, Juleps and All that Jazz gala on Friday, May 2 at 5:30 p.m. at the Petroleum Club—featuring dinner, music and both silent and live auctions to fund programs for at-risk students.

An Odessa man (Jose Antonio Salvador, 30) and his Oklahoma City passenger (Francisco Ramirez, 19) were killed when a Union Pacific train struck a Ford F-350 truck in Penwell at around 9 a.m. Wednesday; the crash remains under investigation.

Chevron celebrated its 100th year in the Permian Basin by giving away 100 $100 gift cards at gas stations in Midland, Odessa, and Monahans on April 10th—drivers who answered a trivia question about Chevron’s history won the cards.

The gift cards, which can be used for gas, food, or other store items, may set the stage for a new annual tradition.

A physical altercation in the parking lot of Richard Milburn Academy on April 10 led to a shelter in place with local law enforcement delaying the start of afternoon classes and the release for morning classes—officials said the individuals involved remain unknown.

The Odessa Police Department welcomed Fort Stockton High School’s Forensic Science students for a tour of its training facility on April 10, where they practiced fingerprinting and visited specialized units.

Teacher Willie Hill said the visit helped students see career paths in criminal justice—especially for those planning to work in the Permian Basin.

Medical Center Health System held its annual Donor Memorial Service at the Donor Garden on April 10th to honor 14 local and employee donors whose gifts led to 55 organ transplants and saved 47 lives—donor families joined in a powder cannon celebration to mark their loved ones' legacy.

On April 10th, Medical Center Health System’s Life Champion Committee hosted its annual Donor Memorial Service to honor organ donors and share their life-changing stories.

In 2024, 14 donors provided 55 organs for transplant — adding to the center’s impact on saving lives.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Viva La Fiesta Odessa

12 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Tickets from $20 — Experience a vibrant celebration with concerts, food trucks, vendors, and exciting carnival activities.

Viva La Fiesta Odessa featuring Javier Rosas y Su Artillería Pesada

12-3 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Tickets from $20 — Celebrate with music, food, and carnival fun at this vibrant community festival.

Get The Led Out - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the high-energy tribute to Led Zeppelin performed by a Philadelphia-based group with an authentic sound.

Mother & Son Dance

5-9 p.m. — Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — $25 per person — Celebrate the special bond between mothers and sons with music, dancing, and fun activities.