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Odessa
Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Educators visited oilfield sites in Midland today at the West Texas Energy Summit where they learned about the field and lab work engineers do to extract oil — teachers from Valentine, Pecos, Grand Prairie and Andrews gained firsthand insight into diverse career paths in the energy industry. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Midland officials improved the city's cybersecurity system after last year's cyber-attacks affected Odessa's court and Abilene's systems. The city installed new firewalls, malware protection, VPNs, and backup systems—steps that will include increased employee training to protect public safety services—measures designed to secure key municipal functions. CBS7
- ➤ Odessa City Manager David Vela began his new role a week and a half ago and met local neighbors at a reception on Thursday, June 12. He said his plans focus on driving economic development, improving quality of life, and keeping taxes low while helping the city council plan the coming budget. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local hospitals have confirmed that necrotizing fasciitis—a fast-moving flesh-eating bacteria—is affecting drug users in West Texas, with 15 cases in the past 10 days and several deaths reported. Harm reduction groups are urging anyone with sudden pain or swelling to seek help immediately and calling for legal test strips to spot dangerous drug additives before use. CBS7
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the 2nd Annual PBR Chevron Showdown featured world-class bull riders and the Odessa College Wranglers while ticket proceeds—with the $800 for 8 initiative—are set to boost team donations on pace to exceed nearly $20,000 from last year. The event also included competitors such as the Nashville Stampede, underscoring our community’s deep western sports heritage. 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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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.
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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.
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Bridal & Quinceañera Dream Life Expo
1-4 p.m. — Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant boho desert-themed expo with top vendors for your dream celebration.
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The goal is to be a vessel, to get yourself out of the way.
~ Rick Rubin
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