Good morning, Odessa.

Odessa resident Carmen Witt—a survivor of recent floods—walked 122 miles to honor flood victims and raise funds for the volunteer fire department, starting on July 16th along a 3.6-mile trail at UTPB and pushing through pain from her knee surgery.

She will present the donations in Kerrville by Labor Day weekend.

An Odessa man—Wesland Galindo—was arrested for a shooting on October 6 at 11400 Edna after a neighbor reported threats and evidence linked him to the incident, and he was booked on felony charges with bail set at $95K.

Odessa police are searching for two men who burglarized the Dollar General in the 100 block of West Clements Street and stole merchandise, officials said.

Odessa police are searching for two male suspects who burglarized and stole merchandise from a Dollar General at 120 West Clements Street, urging anyone with information to call Detective M.

Troglin at 432-284-2012 or Crime Stoppers and reference case 25-0006969.

Odessa police joined a statewide effort from Aug.

15 through Sept. 1 to stop drunk driving as part of a national campaign by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration+ other Texas agencies work to remove impaired drivers to help reduce alcohol-related crashes.

Odessa College announced new additions that include Amazon Locker Hubs and changes to its First Class Free Scholarship Program—Kim McKay, the college’s vice president of student services, explained the updates in an interview.

The changes will be rolled out soon to give students easier package pickup and better scholarship access.

Sarge Malla, director of Residence Life at Odessa College, offers advice for college move-ins for West Texans by telling students to pack light—avoiding fire hazards like candles and bringing only necessary items.

He also urges families to arrive early and coordinate with roommates to help ease the transition.

Ector County ISD accountability score dropped to a D rating for the 2024–2025 school year — Superintendent Keeley Boyer said there are still bright spots despite the low score.

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.

ZZ Top Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the legendary rock icons as they continue to deliver their unique blend of rock, blues, and boogie.

First Friday ODTX

6-9 p.m. — Downtown Odessa — Free entry — Experience a lively monthly celebration of music, games, and delicious food in the heart of Odessa.

Autumn Blaze 5K Run

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — McKinney Park — $40 Registration Fee — Experience a scenic 5K run through beautiful park views to welcome the autumn season.