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Odessa
Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Phillips 66 has partnered with Meals on Wheels of Odessa to fight senior hunger — the campaign will accept donations for Summer Match through Labor Day. NewsWest9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Texas Permian Basin named Dr. Ansley Chua as the new dean of the College of Business and Rafic “Ray” Bachnak as the first dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences. Both deans look to build partnerships with local businesses and industry—boosting programs and opportunities for students in Odessa. Odessa American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ector County Courthouse at 300 N. Grant Ave. closed at 3 p.m. today due to water and sewer leaks — the building is expected to reopen for normal business hours later today with updates provided as needed. Odessa American
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Texas Tech pitcher Brenlee Gonzales—who joined the Texas Longhorns for next season after transferring to UT-Austin—spoke at the Odessa Rotary Club luncheon at Odessa College on Wednesday. She described the tough workouts of college athletes—highlighting her strong left-handed changeup pitch—and the Rotary Club wished her luck as she pursues another championship. Odessa American
- ➤ Permian will kick off its season on the NFL Network as it faces Plano at The Star in Frisco on Aug. 30—this game puts local high school sports in the national spotlight. NewsWest9
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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.
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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.
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