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Odessa
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Nonprofit Management Center of the Permian Basin announced that the 2025 Annual Beacon Awards will take place at 11 a.m. Sept. 25 at the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center to honor nonprofit organizations, staff, and volunteers for their community service efforts (nominations are open until 5:00 p.m. May 30 and late submissions will not be accepted). The nominating organization will receive a $1,000 grant. Odessa American
- ➤ On Thursday, May 1, four veterans arrived in Midland for Reel Thanx’s all-expense-paid fishing trip that honors active and retired military service members by reconnecting them with nature. They will travel to Lake Amistad in Del Rio on Friday and continue the trip until May 5. CBS7
- ➤ Discover Odessa is hosting a special pop-up event at the First Friday Vendor Market in Downtown Odessa from 6 to 9 p.m. today to kick off National Travel & Tourism Week; the event features live screen printing of tote bags and bandanas and the ODTX Staycation Giveaway, which offers a two-night stay at the Odessa Marriott + local gift cards, with entries open until May 9 and a winner to be announced on May 12. Odessa American
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ F1 Bar and Grill opens today in East Odessa after Far Out Hospitality transformed Frisky’s into a venue serving meat-forward dishes, craft brews, and the city's first in-business brewery — walk-in interviews for service roles are held Monday through Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. Plans call for turning the back area into a live music venue and launching Maria’s Mexican Kitchen across the street in the next two to three months — this expansion marks a new chapter for local dining. CBS7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers arrested convicted felon Jacob Wysong and three others Thursday at a Melody Lane home in Odessa at 7 a.m., after finding 842 grams of meth & a pistol in his bedroom; Wysong, who was on parole, now faces charges for possessing meth and unlawful firearm possession with no bond set. NewsWest9
- ➤ The Ector County Sheriff’s Office responded to a SWAT situation on Melody Lane near Permian High School — details remain limited. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County Judge Dustin Fawcett said the 161-page contract to build the county courthouse is finalized and that the plan gives officials the flexibility to save taxpayer money and respond to residents’ ideas. He said the plan includes a future tax cap for elderly and disabled citizens and will allow changes to projects like the library and post office—steps aimed at building a better future for the community. Odessa American
- ➤ Odessa residents are opposing a proposed zoning amendment that would limit mobile homes — they fear the change could displace current residents — and are calling on officials to address their concerns. NewsWest9
- ➤ State Rep. Brooks Landgraf of Odessa said the Texas House unanimously passed House Bill 2730 this week— the law protects homeowners from unnecessary reapplication for their homestead exemptions and will now move to the Senate for further review. Odessa American
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After surviving breast cancer, Sonya Wilson battled lymphedema — Permian Basin Rehab Center provided steady therapy that restored her strength, mobility and hope. 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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The Warner & Forbes Experience
5-8 p.m. — Brantley Creek BBQ — No cover charge — Enjoy the timeless era of classic rock songs with Warner & Forbes while savoring the best barbecue in Odessa.
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