Good morning, Odessa.

Ector County deputies seized about 48 kilograms of meth worth about 4 million dollars near I-20 and Moss Avenue during a traffic stop, with no arrests made as the ongoing investigation by the Midland-Odessa Texas Anti-Gang unit unfolds.

Ector County ISD is hosting the College Night Launch Your Future on September 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the UTPB Gymnasium—students in grades 8 to 12 and their parents will explore postsecondary pathways, scholarships, and military career options.

Odessa Police Department is holding its annual emergency preparedness training event on Saturday—designed to help residents learn how to respond during emergencies.

Corporal Marshall Williams of Odessa police took part in the Dallas 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor fallen Port Authority Police officers James Nelson and Maurice Barry.

He climbed 110 flights of stairs (honoring 422 first responders) at the Coamerica Bank Tower.

Medical Center Hospital nurses in Odessa raised over $23,000—donating their own money—to help cover a Canadian man’s $59,000 helicopter bill after he was bitten by a rattlesnake while golfing in late July.

The man, Daniel Fehr, went into anaphylactic shock and cardiac arrest, and his wife set up a GoFundMe as he remains in a coma back in Canada.

This month, NICU Awareness Month honors families with newborns needing special care and the nurses, doctors, and therapists working at Medical Center Hospital — where tools like the angel eyes camera help keep parents connected — as they support early bonding and continuous care.

The program recognizes the unexpected challenges of NICU stays and the vital role of its care team.

UTPB football jumped to #10 in the DII NCAA polls after a dominant win on the road—beating Adams State 41—7.

The Falcons moved up from #16 following their strong performance.

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.

Paula DeAnda & Amanda Perez Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Ector Theatre — Cost TBD — Experience a memorable night of music with Paula DeAnda and Amanda Perez.