Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Odessa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Empty Stocking Fund's efforts to provide holiday meals and gifts for needy seniors and children in Odessa receive a boost with matching donations up to $100,000. Odessa American
- ➤ The U.S. Postal Service's Operation Santa program invites individuals to digitally adopt and fulfill children's Christmas wishes by December 16 to spread holiday cheer. CBS7
- ➤ TxDOT and Odessa Police Department launch the 'Drive Sober. No Regrets' campaign to prevent drunk driving during the holidays from December 13 through January 1. Odessa American
- ➤ David Hernandez wins $7,500 in CCFCU's first giveaway event in Odessa, choosing cash over a car lease, highlighting the credit union's community engagement efforts. Odessa American
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ During the holiday season, the rise in online shopping and information sharing leads to an increase in identity theft and scams, with experts advising caution and the use of trusted websites. CBS7
- ➤ Recent felony dispositions in Ector County include various sentences ranging from probation to 20 years in Texas Department of Corrections for crimes such as aggravated assault and possession of controlled substances. Odessa American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Judy Bridges reflects on her fulfilling 52-year career in education across Ector and Midland County ISDs, highlighting decades of impact on students and the community. Odessa American
- ➤ Ector County ISD's school choice application window for the 2025-26 school year has opened, already receiving over 2,000 applications, with the aim to surpass last year's total of 5,861 applications. Odessa American
SHOP NEWS
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Odessa Jackalopes vs Amarillo Wranglers - Hockey Match
The Odessa Jackalopes will compete against the Amarillo Wranglers in a hockey match at the Ector County Coliseum.
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El Paso Rhinos vs Odessa Jackalopes
The Odessa Jackalopes will face off against the El Paso Rhinos in an exciting hockey matchup at the Ector County Coliseum.
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El Paso Rhinos vs Odessa Jackalopes: Ice Hockey Match
Watch the Odessa Jackalopes compete against the El Paso Rhinos at the Ector County Coliseum.
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