Good morning, Odessa.

Longtime customers of Kelly Grimsley Auto in Odessa report facing unexpected debt and fallen credit scores after alleged misleading car trades — many say the dealer's practices damaged their finances and trust.

An Odessa man faced aggravated assault charges after witnesses reported he stabbed another man in the chest over a $20 dispute Tuesday night on West 26th Street at 8:30 p.m.—he was arrested with bail set at $50,000.

State Sen. Phil King introduced Senate Bill 6 to require industrial facilities needing over 75 Megawatts to disclose energy backup details and pay fees in advance—King said this measure, which has Senate approval, will help ERCOT plan for growing energy demand and avoid future grid issues.

Ector County District Court Judge Justin Low is reviewing a lawsuit over the estate of Clyde Franklin Spencer, who died on Feb.

10 after leaving a will and living trust to Sara Spencer-Kinoti and Nathan Spencer plus the former step-daughter claims she inherited the house when she received a deed on Feb. 13 and moved in on Feb. 15. The suit filed Friday asks for a temporary restraining order to stop the defendants from selling or altering family property.

TxDOT has issued a traffic alert for IH 20 from mile marker 133—137 and announced that from May 17 to May 24 each direction will have only one lane open for traffic shift and removal of a temporary barrier; drivers should use alternate routes.

Jay Hendricks, Chair of the Go Red for Women event, urged women at yesterday's luncheon at the Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center to get a heart scan after his wife died from a heart attack in 2023—$120,000 was raised while a panel of medical experts stressed the need for self-care and proper nutrition to fight heart disease.

Medical Center Health System will host an open house on May 9 at 11:00 a.m. in Suite 350 of the Wheatley Stewart Medical Pavilion—showcasing its newly renovated MCH ProCare Cardiovascular Services Clinic with cutting-edge cardiology, electrophysiology, and vascular service lines.

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.

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.

Odessa Hiring Fair

5-8 a.m. — Workforce Solutions Permian Basin — Free entry — Connect with diverse employers and explore job opportunities across various industries.

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.