Good morning, Odessa.

Westlake Ace Hardware is teaming with The Salvation Army in an annual Fan Drive that runs until June 7 to provide box fans to help families stay cool, as customers can round up their purchases—all funds will support local fan distribution.

Law enforcement will monitor underage drinking parties and drug use from May 22 to May 25 as teams from Odessa Police, ECISD, ECHD, UTPB and the Ector County Sheriff’s Office target social host, MIP and minor consumption violations — tips that lead to arrests may earn cash rewards — according to a release.

Odessa authorities are asking for help to locate Xavier Gallardo, who is wanted on 15 active Class C misdemeanor warrants for offenses including speeding, driving without a valid license, and minor possession issues—any information should be reported to Odessa Crime Stoppers at 432-333-8477.

The Click It or Ticket Campaign began and will run until June 1 as the Odessa Police Department, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and local agencies work together to enforce seat belt laws—this effort aims to boost safety during the busy summer driving season starting Memorial Day weekend.

State Rep. Brooks Landgraf from Odessa said Senate Bill 4 passed in the Texas House to boost the school district homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000 and help Texas taxpayers keep more of their money while ensuring public schools do not lose funding.

It is expected to receive final House approval tomorrow and will take effect in the 2025 tax year (pending a November ballot vote).

Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez was honored at the Texas Department of Public Safety Peace Officers Memorial Service in Austin today.

The 25-year-old officer died investigating a traffic accident on SH 302 near Notrees last fall — a bill has since passed to name that stretch of highway in his memory.

The Odessa Police Department reminded golf cart and off-highway vehicle operators to follow state and local rules for safe road use — golf cart drivers must have a valid license, live within two miles of a golf course, and correctly equip their carts while OHV drivers must stop before crossing and use illuminated lights to avoid citations.

Odessan Rinah Lewis won two gold medals at the AFG International Jiu Jitsu Tournament in Bangkok over the weekend when she won her matches by submission on Saturday and Sunday.

She represented Odessa’s Vagabond Brazilian Jiu Jitsu+Team Group with her mother coaching her.

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.

Father's Day Lunch Celebration

11 AM – 3 PM — Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Adults $65, Kids $25 — Enjoy a delectable Argentinian Steakhouse-themed lunch in a charming garden setting.