Good Day
Odessa
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Run For The Wall motorcycle ride will arrive in Odessa on Friday + riders will dine at Crossroads Fellowship and lay a wreath for local Medal of Honor recipients on Saturday, as the 10-day ride that started in California will continue to Midland and Dallas to honor veterans. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school juniors and seniors across the Permian Basin are urged to start planning for college now; UTPB officials advise beginning applications and preparing for FAFSA (opening Oct. 1) to boost future options. Local educators stress the need to build strong extracurricular records early. CBS7
- ➤ ECISD trustees previewed a new Welcome Center at Travis Elementary, set to offer enrollment support and future childcare with a five-year lease proposal from Toya’s Precious Jewels Academy, while also discussing today’s end-of-year events and employee compensation updates affecting 115 staff. Odessa American
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The Rush Tribute Project
7:30-9 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a gripping tribute to Rush as Moving Pictures comes to life with full sets and dazzling production.
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Riley Green Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Midland County Horseshoe — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy the sounds of traditional Country and Bluegrass music from rising star Riley Green.
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