Good Day
Odessa
Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TXU Energy donated $60,000 on May 29 to the Salvation Army to help 300 families with energy bill assistance and provide cooling centers during hot summer days— the group will also run a fan drive at Westlake Ace Hardware until June 7. CBS7
- ➤ A study by GOBankingRates rated Midland as the 34th and Odessa as the 36th safest and most affordable city for families in the U.S.—the analysis included towns with 100,000 or more residents. CBS7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Half Acre—BBQ extension of Midland Meat Company—was named one of Texas Monthly’s Top 50 BBQ spots in the state, reflecting the dedication to quality cooking and strong community support. Pitmaster Aaron Lesley said the restaurant’s commitment to consistency and hard work helped earn this honor. CBS7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Odessa police are asking the public to help identify two suspects who burglarized Smoker’s Outlet on N. County Road—tips can be shared with local Crime Stoppers. CBS7
- ➤ Odessa police are looking for two unknown suspects who broke into Smoker's Outlet at 2217 North County Road West, as seen in surveillance photos (call Detective A. Reyes at 432-335-5706 or Crime Stoppers at 432-333-TIPS and mention case 25-0004595). NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ IDEA Public School will offer free breakfast and lunch to any child 18 and under this summer. Meals will be served Monday through Friday in a school cafeteria (IDEA Travis from June 2 through June 27 and IDEA Yukon from June 2 through July 31) so families have access to healthy food when school is out. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Odessa announced that the 2024 annual Water Quality Report is available for residents to review the quality of their drinking water. Starting June 4th, the report will be mailed with monthly water bills—providing key details for the community. CBS7
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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West Texas SuperShow
12 PM — Ector County Coliseum — $64 — Experience an adrenaline-pumping truck and car show featuring live music, stunts, and over 500 amazing rides.
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Oil City Tattoo Expo 2025
12-10 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Explore tattoo artistry with competitions, live entertainment, and renowned artists.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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