Good morning, Odessa.

Jackie Rogge, a beloved local Chuck Wagon Gang leader, vanished June 5th — his tight crew now rallies and pleads for clues to bring him home.

Grand Companions, which has helped homeless pets for 35 years, has scheduled pet adoption events in Midland and Odessa—at Midland Downtown Farmers Market (404 N Colorado St.) from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 14 and at Petco (6209 TX-191) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday—and will host a Yappy Hour at Fair to Midland (1115 Tradewinds Blvd.) from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday.

Bustin' For Badges held its 12th Annual Clay Shoot earlier in 2025 and raised over $600K to support local law enforcement—marking a huge success for the charity.

A high-speed crash on State Highway 158 in Midland County killed one person at about 11:54 a.m. and DPS is investigating the incident while the highway remains closed—officials will share more details as they become available.

A 31-year-old man from Odessa, Brandon Matthew Renteria, is accused of beating his girlfriend at a Walgreens on West University Boulevard early Tuesday—leaving her with broken eye sockets, a broken nose, and severe facial swelling—and he was arrested for aggravated assault with bail set at $45,000.

Odessa police said an unknown man allegedly stole over $2,000 in merchandise from Ulta Beauty off East Highway 191 and remains on the run - authorities urge anyone who recognizes him to call Detective M.

Troglin at 432-284-2012 or Crime Stoppers and reference Case #25-0005430.

Odessa police are seeking a man accused of stealing $2,000 from Ulta Beauty (E.

Highway 191) and urge anyone with information to call Detective M. Troglin.

During the city council meeting Tuesday night, Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett announced that an agreement was reached to build the new courthouse on the current U.S. Post Office site, with plans to sign a memorandum with the Postal Service once it moves into a new space in the parking garage—this avoids a costlier vertical build. Council members also discussed managing downtown impact fees while approving measures such as a $5 million housing project and funding for new officer vests.

Nitro 15 Blue, the local club team, will compete at the USA Volleyball Girls Junior Nationals Championship on June 25—this event shows their rising prominence in West Texas.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Beginner Nail Course

9 AM – 3 PM — OCI, 3205 Kermit Hwy, Odessa, TX — $348.52 — Enhance your nail artistry skills in this hands-on, in-person course.

Odessa Geek Fest

9 AM – 12 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Cost info not provided — Celebrate your favorite anime, comics, and pop culture with vendors, panels, and performances.