Good morning, Odessa.

Local events light up West Texas this weekend as Midland’s Farmers Market is open today from 8 a.m. to noon while Fort Stockton’s Water Carnival held competitions on Friday and features a parade today at 10 a.m. plus pageants tonight at 8 p.m. In Odessa, Misfits in Christ will lead a benefit motorcycle ride starting today at 10 a.m. from Solid Rock Church that ends at VFW Odessa with a fish fry and raffles—each event lets neighbors join in community traditions.

Hundreds gathered in Odessa to honor fallen Officer Bailey Martin, who died in Texas floods — family, friends, fellow officers, and city leaders attended his memorial service — as they celebrated his life.

An Odessa woman was arrested Wednesday night after her husband said she attacked him with dresser drawers at the 800 block of Larchmont Place — he said both had been drinking and she was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon before being released on a $25,000 bond.

Baker Hughes reported that the Permian Basin rig count dropped two rigs this week, bringing the total to 263 from 305 a year ago—while national rig counts grew slightly with more focus on natural gas exploration.

The regional crude price fell to $63.82 per barrel, down $1.11 from last Friday.

Odessa’s Utilities Department will start a sewer manhole replacement project on Monday, July 21, which will shut parts of Santa Fe Drive between Faudree Road and Mission Drive and a section of San Jose Drive near Santa Fe — the work is expected to last two weeks.

Katara is a playful two-year-old pit bull mix featured as Pet of the Week at Grand Companions and is available for adoption.

She loves toys and bonding with people and most dogs — qualities that could make her a great match for a new family.

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.

Odessa Men's City Championship

Tournament — Jul 25-27 — Ratliff Ranch Golf Links — Entry fee required — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play event with various flights for players.

Back to School Bash

2-4 p.m. — Music City Mall Carousel Stage — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with fun activities, prizes, and a chance to win exclusive backpacks loaded with goodies.

Jaripeo Dance Festival

6-10 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Tickets available — Celebrate Mexican culture with live music, rodeo action, and traditional performances in a festive atmosphere.