Today’s edition · Mon., Nov. 2
Windy Monday in West Texas, plus Hope for the Homeless today
Plus, Hope for the Homeless runs 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on E. 8th Street.
The Good Day Odessa team4 sources2 min read
News Notes · More
Wind
If you're headed out today, expect it to be windy across West Texas, with gusts up to 30-40+ mph and a slight chance of strong thunderstorms for eastern areas. A High Wind Warning covers the Guadalupe Mountains, where gusts may reach 60+ mph, so try to avoid the area today. CBS7
Help today
Hope for the Homeless runs today, Mon., Nov. 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 2701 E. 8th St. The City of Odessa, The Salvation Army, West Texas Food Bank and My Father's House are hosting the event. My Father's House
Trending
Two gift ideas for the holidays: this acrylic heart plaque with an uplifting message that makes it a heartfelt gift for anyone, and this comfy, customizable women’s sweatshirt that can be embroidered with Mama, Nana, Auntie, or whatever name is most meaningful to them.* Advertising from Amazon.
Seasonal
Keep your circulation boosted and your system supported this cool-weather season with apparel that helps you maintain body heat. This men’s thermalwear set features a soft inner surface for next-to-skin comfort and keeps your whole body warm, while these unisex alpaca boot socks are a must-have for outdoor activity.* Advertising from Amazon.
Play
New crosswords, Sudoku and themed word searches land at 6 a.m. with the newsletter. Play today’s before the coffee is gone. Sample advertising from 6AM City.
Content marked with an * is advertising.
Wind gusts could top 60 mph in the mountains
- 30-40+ mph
- gusts across West Texas on Monday
- 60+ mph
- possible gusts in the Guadalupe Mountains
Source: CBS7
Sponsored
Health
A special video report from Dr. Steven Gundry, MD, is now LIVE
Presented by Gundry MD
Friend, congratulations! You’re receiving exclusive access to this urgent new health document. This research indicates 100% of Americans have been exposed to a “Cellular Toxin” — and if you’ve recently experienced…
- Unwanted weight gain around the belly or hips
- Low daytime energy levels
- Brain fog and memory issues
- The feeling that you’re aging too fast. This compound is likely destroying your body from the inside out. So if you want to protect yours and your family’s health… And feel younger than you have in YEARS…
Watch this new health documentary from Gundry MD
All individuals are unique. Results can and will vary.
Asked
Tap an answer to see how Odessa answered.
Asked
What's your plan for a windy Monday?
Be the first to answer.
Quoted
A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say.
Things to Do
Things to Do
Odessa, TX
Monday, Nov. 2
- 9:45-10:45 a.m.Barre Works
- 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Hope for the Homeless
- 5 p.m.Midland College Women's Basketball vs Wayland Baptist JV
- 5:30-11:30 p.m.Boys/Girls Junior High Basketball vs idea Yukon
- 6-10 p.m.Shrek: The Musical Auditions
Asked
Tap an answer to see how Odessa answered.
Asked
What sounds best for a weeknight out this week?
Be the first to answer.
Today’s puzzles
A new puzzle in each one every morning, played right here.
All 13 gamesJobs
Jobs
- Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitionerat AMN Healthcare$115,000-$180,000
- Field Service Mechanic – Utility Equipment and Cranesat Custom Truck One Source$40-$50 an hour
- Field Technician — Heavy Equipment Mechanicat Lonestar Forklift$41-$48 an hour
- Subway Team Memberat Road Ranger LLC$15.50-$16 an hour
Do you know just the role for our readers? Advertise it on our Jobs board.
Around the Block
Around the Block
Powered by Nextdoor
NeighborsMy precious baby is ready 🎃 🐅
“Isnt he freakin cute!”
114 likes · 22 comments
The Wrap
Dragons are on the schedule in Midland. The Fredda Turner Durham Children's Museum has Works of Art: Dragon Sculptors on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Kids sculpt an air-dry clay dragon with wild wings, silly horns, and magical details, then take the mighty creature home.
The Good Day Odessa teamOdessa’s daily newsletter
That’s your morning, Odessa.
Send it to someone in Odessa who’d want it.
Every source in this edition4 links · 4 outlets
- The Weather Channelweather.com
- CBS7firstalert7.com
- My Father's Housemyfathershouseodessatx.com
- Odessa events calendargooddayodessa.com
Free every morning
Get Good Day Odessa in your inbox.
The news, the things to do, the jobs and the weather of Odessa, in five minutes, every morning by 8 a.m.
Subscribe freeFree forever · No spam · Unsubscribe anytime
Windy Monday in West Texas, plus Hope for the Homeless today
Plus, Hope for the Homeless runs 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on E. 8th Street.
The TLDR
- Windy Monday: gusts up to 30-40+ mph across West Texas
- Hope for the Homeless runs 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today
- Art Tales story time for ages 3-5 is Wed., Nov. 4
Around Odessa
From CBS7, Midland Reporter-Telegram and 2 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service.
CBS78 hours ago
FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Monday, November 2nd, 2026, on CBS7Windy conditions are forecast heading into Monday, associated with our next storm system, bringing a slight chance of strong thunderstorms for eastern areas.
CBS7Oct. 31
FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Sunday, November 1st, 2026, on CBS7It is shaping up to be a slightly warmer and breezy day on your Sunday with a slight chance of storms for some.
Midland Reporter-TelegramOct. 31
Statewide high school football scores from Oct. 30, on Midland Reporter-TelegramMidland Lee junior Tyler Day leaps into the endzone for a two-point conversion versus Odessa High, Oct. 30, 2026, at Astound Broadband Stadium. Texas high school scores from Oct. 30 ...
Newswest 9Oct. 31
Why recent rainfall is flooding roads in Midland-Odessa differently than previous storms, on Newswest 9Recent rains in Midland-Odessa continue to heighten the risk of local flooding. Here's what the National Weather Service is sharing about the recent storms.
YourbasinOct. 30
Odessa vs. Midland Lee, on YourbasinMidland Lee came out on top versus Odessa 51 to 13
YourbasinOct. 30
St. Mary’s students bring saints’ stories to life with wax museum, reverse parade, on YourbasinSt. Mary’s Central Catholic School in Odessa celebrated All Saints’ Day with a wax museum and its sixth annual reverse parade on Friday, October 30.