Good morning, Odessa.

State Rep. Brooks Landgraf of Odessa voted for House Bill 2 on April 17, a measure that passed the Texas House and gives a historic $7.7 billion boost to public schools — with more teacher pay and stronger support for rural districts.

The law ties funding increases to property values and ensures no district loses money if enrollment drops.

The Odessa College Board of Trustees approved a three-year pilot project to provide free legal aid to OC students in a partnership with ARAG and Ascendium that covers issues like landlord disputes, traffic matters, and family law.

The board also approved replacing four digital signs with new LED displays at a cost of $317,550.

Odessa residents gathered at Elegante Hotel on April 17th to meet the top three finalists for the new city manager in an interactive town hall where each candidate answered questions in 15-minute sessions — city officials said a final decision may come as soon as next week’s City Council meeting.

The Texas Well Owner Network will host private water well screenings to test drinking water safety in the Permian Basin.

The screenings will begin in Ector and Midland County Monday, April 21st at 8:30 a.m.—residents will pay $15 per sample to check for contaminants like E. coli, nitrate-nitrogen, total coliform bacteria, arsenic and salinity.

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.