Good Day
Odessa
Wednesday, October 30th, 2024
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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Texas Permian Basin is hosting its annual Dia de los Muertos festival, featuring performances by student mariachis, orchestras, and Ballet Folklorico, attracting community-wide participation and celebrating the tradition in a joyous and educational manner. Odessa American
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tom Manskey, Director of Economic Development at the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, has been elected to the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) board, a significant role aimed at fostering state economic growth. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Odessa High School juniors advance their STEM futures through NASA's Aerospace Scholars program, guided by teacher Sonny Alaniz. Odessa American
- ➤ At the Odessa College Honors Luncheon, journalist María Hinojosa emphasized the importance of unity through diversity and the positive impact of immigrants in the U.S., while the event recognized individuals and organizations contributing to education in the Permian Basin. Odessa American
- ➤ Odessa College celebrated reaching 10,000 students by awarding $10,000 to one student and $2,000 to the first runner-up, demonstrating support for their educational journey. NewsWest9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Odessa City Council unanimously decided to allocate over $4 million from its general fund for various departmental staffing needs. NewsWest9
- ➤ Odessa residents have until Friday for early voting in the presidential election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, with 16,563 votes already cast and smooth operations reported. Odessa American
- ➤ Congressman August Pfluger, backed by West Texas oil and gas associations, seeks transparency from the Department of Energy on the reasons behind the ban of new liquefied natural gas export terminals. Odessa American
- ➤ The Texas Department of Insurance concluded its investigation into Tisha Crow, not finding evidence to support allegations she misused insurance resources to obtain Matt Coday's license plate information. Odessa American
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First Friday Community Gathering
Experience a vibrant monthly celebration in downtown Odessa featuring live music, delicious food, games, and special promotions from local businesses.
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Sara Evans: Unbroke Tour at The Ector Theatre
Experience an unforgettable evening with multi-platinum country musician Sara Evans as she performs her hits and celebrates the release of her new album, Unbroke.
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41st Annual Merry Marketplace - Shopping Extravaganza
Experience a delightful shopping event featuring a variety of vendors and festive offerings brought to you by the Junior League of Odessa.
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41st Annual Merry Marketplace Event
Experience the festive spirit at the 41st Annual Merry Marketplace, featuring breakfast with Santa and opportunities for general admission shopping, hosted by the Junior League of Odessa.
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41st Annual Merry Marketplace
Experience a vibrant community shopping experience with local vendors at the Junior League of Odessa's Merry Marketplace.
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Read to Felix: Weekly Children's Storytime
Experience a charming weekly storytime event in the Children's Department where children can read to Felix, a friendly companion.
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An Evening with William Beckmann
Experience the unique blend of vintage country, Americana, and Latin music from rising star William Beckmann, known for his powerful baritone and acclaimed album 'Faded Memories'.
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Live Music Featuring Brighton Serrato
Experience an evening of live music by Brighton Serrato at Flair Taverna in Odessa, Texas.
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Odessa Job Fair: Connect with Employers
Explore numerous employment opportunities and connect with employers at the Odessa Job Fair, tailored for job seekers looking for new career paths.
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Community Open Mic Night
Experience an evening of musical talent at the free open mic night, where locals can showcase their skills in a family-friendly environment.
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