Good morning, Odessa.

Today, CASA of West Texas held a ceremony to swear in volunteer Lani Bower—she joins over 80 volunteers working to help over 200 children in Midland and nearby counties under CPS care.

The Permian Basin Fair & Expo, now in its 49th year, will begin on Aug.29th and run for 10 days of family-friendly entertainment and community fun.

The event will feature a human cannonball, BMX and inline stunts, a Wild West Show, a petting zoo, and live music, and will continue through Sept.7th.

West Texas Symphony will open its 63rd season on Sept.

6 at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center with a concert titled Key Collaborations that starts at 7:30 p.m.—the program features Valerie Coleman’s tribute work for frontline workers, international pianist Fei-Fei performing Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2, and Elgar’s Enigma Variations while pre-concert dinner tickets are available until Aug. 29.

GasBuddy’s survey of 156 stations found that average gasoline prices in Midland-Odessa rose 11.8 cents per gallon to $2.72 on Monday, with the cheapest station at $2.42 and the priciest at $2.95 — prices are 8.4 cents lower than a month ago and 8.3 cents lower than a year ago.

Ector County launched a website on August 20 for its $250 million courthouse project—designed to share updates on demolition, construction and public feedback over the next five years.

Judge Dustin Fawcett said the project will also add a new post office, parking garage and greenspace—features that will serve county needs for at least 80 years.

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.

Brincos Dieras Comedy Show

8-9:30 p.m. — Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical comedy of Brincos Dieras, the irreverent clown of Latin America.