Good morning, Odessa.

Greater St. John Baptist Church marks 97 years in Odessa as it honors generations of faith, family, and fellowship (a milestone in community legacy).

Today, Scooter’s Coffee hosted Coffee with a Cop for the Odessa Police Department at its drive-thru lane; officers handed out goodies to customers and the event was sponsored by Scooter’s Coffee + Signature Care.

Ector County Library’s Excel Adult High School has seen 15 adults complete its two-year online program while enrolling 15 more since January 2023.

The program now accepts holiday scholarship donations to help more adults gain a nationally accredited education.

University of Texas Permian Basin recently received a $2.5 million gift from the Scharbauer Foundation (designed to boost workforce programs in education and healthcare) that will allow about 200 educators to get certified over the next two years.

Quaint Victorian Holiday Celebration

9:00 a.m. — ReNew Midland Apartment Homes — Free admission — Experience the charm of a Victorian holiday with caroling, crafts, and a visit from Father Christmas.

Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ector County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience thrilling pro rodeo action and livestock shows in a tradition of West Texas excellence.