Good morning, Odessa.

First Alert 7 will provide exclusive live coverage from inside the new Bass Pro Shops on Wednesday starting at 5:00 a.m. on Wake Up West Texas and social media channels— the store opens at 6:00 p.m. and the station will cover a conservation event and ribbon-cutting ceremony later that day.

GasBuddy reported that average gas prices in Midland-Odessa dropped 19.8 cents to $2.48 per gallon on Monday — prices are 14.5 cents lower than a month ago and 8.4 cents lower than a year ago.

Meanwhile, the national average rose 2.5 cents to $3 on Monday.

Ector County ISD kicked off Red Ribbon Week on Monday, Oct.

27 outside the Administration Building with performances by Odessa High School JROTC, drumline and Showgirls to promote a drug-free lifestyle under the theme Life is a Puzzle Solve it Drug Free—school officials said activities aimed at empowering students will continue until Oct. 31.

Merry Marketplace Breakfast with Santa

9 AM – 1 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Check for ticket details — Enjoy a festive breakfast with Santa and holiday activities for the whole family.

Free Horror Art & Cosplay Expo

5 PM – 6 PM — MCM Grande Hotel & Fun Dome Odessa — Free admission — Celebrate creativity with horror art and cosplay at this engaging expo.

54th Tejano Super Show

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Ector County Coliseum — Check website for ticket details — Celebrate lowrider culture with contests, music, and food at this iconic West Texan event.