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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old from Odessa named Moses Jamieon was arrested Friday after cell phone evidence tied him to a July robbery on Harless Avenue and a July theft of an Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max for $700, and he was released Saturday after posting $28,000 in surety bonds (Odessa Police Department report). Odessa American
- ➤ OPD arrested 34-year-old Nathaniel Venegas after his silver Jeep hit a motorcyclist at about 2:04 a.m. on August 9 at University and Andrews—he fled the scene but was later caught and charged with felony intoxication assault, felony collision causing personal injury, a state jail felony for marijuana possession, and a misdemeanor for evading arrest. City of Odessa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students and parents at Pease Elementary felt both excitement and nerves on the first day of school as friends reunited and teachers set up a safe learning environment. Monday marked the start of ECISD’s first full school year under Superintendent Dr. Keeley Boyer—officials remind drivers to be extra cautious in school zones. CBS7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Odessa Police are reminding drivers to slow down in school zones as the new school year begins. They will boost patrols near schools—expecting more school buses and higher pedestrian traffic—so drivers must obey posted speed limits to keep students safe. CBS7
- ➤ The City of Odessa fixed a water billing error that affected residents — officials said the software issue has been resolved and customers should expect no further problems. NewsWest9
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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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Permian Basin Fair and Expo
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Admission varies — Experience ten days of fun with live music, rides, shows, and food galore.
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