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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the West Texas Food Bank in Odessa hosts the Kid’s Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to noon at its Odessa Campus on S. Pagewood Ave.—Supported by H-E-B, the event offers free fresh produce, recipe samples, and interactive community booths for kids while supplies last. Odessa American
- ➤ A microburst hit Pleasant Farms and damaged property, prompting Lone Star Forklift to offer immediate community aid — one of the company’s own was among the victims. The business is now helping local residents begin storm recovery efforts. NewsWest9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are asking for help to locate 36-year-old Morgan Pelton, wanted for arson, burglary, felony theft and organized criminal activity at 812 W Hillmont; call the sheriff’s office at (423) 335-3050 if you have any information. CBS7
- ➤ Ector County District Clerk’s Office reported several felony dispositions from June 6 including charges for theft, criminal mischief, controlled substance possession and robbery where offenders received sentences ranging from community service and deferred adjudication to prison time—some cases were also dismissed. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mirac Zafer, finishing his fifth year with Harmony Public Schools, will serve as principal of the new Harmony School of Innovation—set to open in August at 4261 Mission Blvd. in Odessa. The school will initially enroll prekindergarten through ninth grade and will add high school grades in later years. Odessa American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Odessa updated residents on the ongoing Crane Avenue Paving and Utility Improvements Project, noting that the right lane is closed from W. Pool Rd to W. Clements St and from W. Clements St to W. Murphy St while both lanes are closed from W. Murphy St to W. 2nd St. The 300-day project began in July 2024 and is on track to finish in October 2025 — with Reece Albert, Inc. managing the work. City of Odessa
- ➤ Today, Odessa Fire Rescue honored 25 new team members in a badge pinning ceremony — recognizing five service categories including Cadet new hires, promoted Fire Inspectors, Cadet to Firefighter, Firefighter new hires, and one year Firefighter shield recipients; each now meets state certification requirements. The department will hold another pinning ceremony in January. CBS7
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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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2025 Firecracker Fandango
6:00-10:00 p.m. — Downtown Odessa — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, local food, and family-friendly activities.
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