Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of July.
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💼 Business
GECU held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, July 15 at 4281 John Ben Shepperd Parkway — donating $7,000 to two local nonprofits — as community leaders and members gathered for the event; the new branch will offer 24/7 ATMs and advanced services and will open mid-2027.
Tall City Brewing Co. earned a silver medal for its Landman Lager at the U.S. Open Beer Championship, marking a boost for the Permian Basin's growing craft beer scene.
📰 Economy
Operators in the Permian Basin are using advanced drilling techniques to boost oil output even as rig counts drop — the region remains impacted by global market uncertainty and Middle East tensions that keep prices volatile.
Industry leaders expect that faster permitting and stable pricing will unlock more potential soon.
🏥 Health
Heart failure survivors and cardiac specialists gathered at Medical Center Hospital, celebrating recovery and advances in heart care.
The reunion featured a presentation on the Impella support device (used for nine years) that achieved an 85% survival rate last year.
🎉 Odessa Events
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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.
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