Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A West Odessa man admitted he kicked in a door at 4 a.m. on Thursday because he mistakenly believed his girlfriend was in the house—he later surrendered to officers and was booked on burglary charges—with bail set at $150,000. Odessa American
- ➤ Odessa police are asking for help in finding a man accused of stealing merchandise from Home Depot—if you have information, call 432-335-4932. CBS7
- ➤ A 42-year-old West Odessa man was arrested Friday after he dragged his wife with his truck for about 40 feet amid an argument—he faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and controlled substance possession with bail set at $117,500. Odessa American
- ➤ An Odessa woman aged 52 named Veronica Vica Guerra was arrested Thursday after a warrant issued in April was served when a 74 year old man said she attacked him at his West 7th Street home with a piece of wood and later used a knife to cut his finger — bail was set at $25,000. Odessa American
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Randy Ham has been named Chair of the statewide Hotel Occupancy Tax Task Force by Texans for the Arts—joining leaders from across Texas to advise on using HOT funds to boost cultural tourism and strengthen arts infrastructure. Under his leadership, the task force will share best practices that helped raise Odessa’s cultural profile and foster economic development. Odessa American
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy’s survey of 156 stations showed gasoline prices in Midland-Odessa increased by 23.2 cents over the past week to average $2.89 per gallon on Monday—prices 9.5 cents higher than a month ago. Patrick De Haan said rising oil costs will likely push prices even higher later this week. Odessa American
SHOP NEWS
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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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Johnny Blaine at Diamond's Country Bar
8 PM – 12 AM — Diamond's Country Bar — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of live country music with Johnny Blaine at one of Odessa's top venues.
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Professional Women's Relaxation Conference 2025
3 PM – 4 PM — Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Tickets go on sale March 1! — Enhance your career and well-being with relaxation strategies.
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