Good morning, Odessa.

The Permian Basin Fair and Expo returns for its 49th year today at the Ector County Coliseum and will run until September 7.

Visitors will enjoy favorite attractions and new family fun—such as rides, a Wild West show, live music, and a stunt team—in a ten-day celebration.

The 2025 Emergency Preparedness Fair will be held on Saturday, September 13th from 10am-2pm at the Ector County Coliseum at 4201 Andrews Highway, offering free training and resources for emergency readiness.

MCH/OFR will offer Stop the Bleed classes while OPD holds Women’s Self-Defense and C.R.A.S.E. trainings—Odessa Animal Services will host an Adoption Clinic for $27 cash only.

The Odessa Police Department is investigating three males connected to burglaries at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center at 305 E 5th St, and residents who recognize the suspects in surveillance footage are asked to call 432-335-3333 or Crime Stoppers at 432-333-TIPS referencing Case 25-9000756.

A new Texas law called the Parental Bill of Rights requires schools to get a parent's permission before students receive any counseling services for college, military, or mental health issues— the law will take effect Sept.

1 and gives parents control over what their children are taught. Parents and schools will follow the new rule as it goes into effect.

Odessa College’s volleyball team, the Wranglers, finished the New Mexico Military Institute Classic with a 4—0 record under their new coach.

They will build on this win as they prepare for upcoming matches.

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.

Mr. Gnome Concert

2:00 – 9:30 PM — Ector County Library — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of Mr. Gnome with special guests The Talking Hours.