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Odessa
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Junior League of Odessa will host its 42nd annual Merry Marketplace at the Ector County Coliseum from November 6 through November 9—this four-day event will feature over 80 vendors, a Ladies Champagne Luncheon and Style Show on Friday morning, and a breakfast with Santa while supporting local nonprofits and donating decorations to the Crisis Center. The event, planned since January, promises holiday cheer and family fun for the community. CBS7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ In West Texas, cattle supply has reached a 70-year low—drought and loss of farmland are pushing beef prices higher as Midland Meat Company owner John Scharbauer noted that local production helps keep prices steadier; ranchers expect the market to adjust within the next year or two as rising costs and high demand continue to affect the trade. CBS7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Department of State Health Services warned that rising pertussis cases put babies and young children at risk — officials stress keeping vaccinations current, washing hands, and avoiding contact with the sick. CBS7
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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.
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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.
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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.
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