Good morning, Odessa.

National Night Out is back in Odessa, offering residents a chance to connect with local law enforcement during a community safety event—officials say more details on time and location will be shared soon.

Odessa is celebrating its second annual Día De Los Muertos Fest today as part of Hispanic Heritage Month festivities, and local groups are offering art and music — all to honor tradition in the community.

Odessa College is hosting the 2025 Car Show today from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Sewell Auto Tech facility at 2425 E.

8th St.—the event features a wide variety of vehicles and benefits student scholarships through the Elijah Barrera Memorial Scholarship for Auto Diesel and Automotive Technology programs.

Starting Monday, September 22, 2025, Pavement Restoration Inc. will begin a friction seal project on highlighted City Streets to improve road durability—residents must follow detours, park on side streets from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and expect eight weeks of work with door flyers provided 48 hours beforehand.

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.

Energy City Race

12 PM — Fasken Oil and Ranch, ltd. — Entry fees vary — Celebrate 11 years of running excitement at this popular half marathon and more in West Texas.