Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of July.
Good morning, Odessa.
🎓 Education
The Permian Strategic Partnership announced a $5.5 million investment for a literacy initiative to boost early reading for over 2,900 K–2 students in local ISDs.
Phase one starts this summer (with phase two planned for next summer).
🏈 Sports
Odessa fighter Rinah Lewis won double Gold at the national IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Las Vegas over the weekend, representing Vagabond Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym and training at Elite Pride Performance (both local clubs).
🎉 Odessa Events
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Odessa Geek Fest 2026
July 11-12 — Ector County Coliseum — Registration Info TBA — Odessa's premier Anime, Comic, and Pop Culture convention featuring vendors, celebrity guests, panels, and performances.
Oil City Tattoo & Art Expo - 3 Day Pass
3:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Various prices — Experience a weekend filled with top tattoo artists, art, vendors, and a live concert.
Oil City Tattoo Expo
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Explore the vibrant world of tattoos and meet talented artists at this local event.
🏠 Odessa Real Estate
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📣 Odessa Announcements
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