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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The mother of an Odessa High School student filed a lawsuit alleging that principal Anthony Garcia ran over her 14-year-old son with an ATV during recess on Sept. 15 while he played football on campus - she is seeking $250,000-$1 million in damages. Odessa American
- ➤ On Friday, an Odessa man, Jose Ramiro Ley, was arrested after he found his wife at a friend’s house on Pueblo Street and threatened both her and the homeowner with a loaded handgun, police said—he was released Monday after posting $130,000 bond. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers at the Transition Learning Center received grants from the Education Foundation to help students learn practical life and job skills—helping fund a simulated classroom debit card system for budgeting, chicken care for homesteading, woodshop safety training with a new planer, and culinary skills including food handler certification. These grants, which provide up to $1,000 each, aim to give students hands-on experiences that prepare them for jobs and independence. Odessa American
- ➤ The Human Rights Club at OCTECHS will host a symposium at Odessa College with a community night on May 15 from 6 to 8 in the Zant Community Room—nonprofit organizations will be invited and sponsors sought to help raise $5,000. On May 16, Ector County ISD students will participate in a program with breakout sessions in the same room. Odessa American
- ➤ The Ector County Independent School District unveiled a new courtyard at Wilson & Young Middle School after three years of planning—designed to provide a central space for outdoor learning and community events. NewsWest9
- ➤ Communities in Schools of the Permian Basin will host its 11th Kentucky Derby themed fundraiser, Jockeys, Juleps and All that Jazz on May 2 at 5:30 p.m. at the Petroleum Club in Midland — the event is expected to net six-figure donations to support programs for students in Ector, Midland and Reeves counties. Odessa American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Cal Hendrick challenged a TGAA billboard that criticizes the city council for a lack of transparency after the nonprofit in litigation with the city rented the space on 8th Street and Grandview Avenue. He asked who paid for the ad and questioned the conflict of interest and undisclosed financing behind the effort—raising concerns about ethics and proper oversight in city governance. Odessa American
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Seven-year-old Caleb Brito thrives after receiving therapy at Permian Basin Rehab Center—his smile and contagious laugh show his progress through the PBRC Telethon 2025 program. NewsWest9
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Friday Night Flicks – Toy Story
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Salinas Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night featuring Toy Story with games and food trucks.
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Odessa Hiring Fair
5-8 a.m. — Workforce Solutions Permian Basin — Free entry — Connect with diverse employers and explore job opportunities across various industries.
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