Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
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💼 Business
The Better Business Bureau warned of holiday travel and online shopping scams during a conference Thursday.
Officials said victims lost money to fake offers for airfare, rental cars and hotel bookings + urged consumers to use official websites and traceable payment methods.
🎭 Culture
Odessa College Theater Department invites community members to see The Front Page, a comedy that brings to life the hustle of a 1920s newsroom at the Globe Theatre.
Previews were held November 6 and are held today at 6 p.m.—opening night is November 8 at 6 p.m. with tickets priced at $5 for previews and the understudy show and $10 for general admission as seating is limited.
📰 Economy
More than 145,000 workers were laid off nationwide in October, the highest number for that month in 22 years—companies cut jobs amid rising costs, slowing spending, and the surge of AI.
Local experts said the Permian Basin’s job market remains steady with efficiency improvements in oil production—job listings through the Texas Workforce Commission have increased over recent years.
🎓 Education
ECISD is redrawing middle school zones as it opens a new campus for 1,000 students in West Odessa to balance enrollment and shorten commutes.
The district will adjust boundaries to ease travel times and manage student numbers.
🎉 Odessa Events
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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.
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.
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