GOOD NEWS: Odessa organization receives ‘Best Family Program’ award
Loved Ones of Prisoners (LOOPS), based in Odessa, received the “Best Family Program” award during the Governor’s 2018 Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Award program...
Democratic club sets meeting
The Ector County Democratic Club has scheduled a meeting at noon Thursday at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Parrish Hall, 4141 N. Tanglewood Lane. Enter...
Train cars carrying sand derail in Odessa
Several cars derailed as a Union Pacific train delivered sand to a customer Tuesday morning in Odessa, with seven cars flipping to their side...
Five things you need to know today, May 1
Take a look at the news in and around Odessa on Tuesday, May 1. Find complete local news coverage in the Odessa American every...
Fire marshal says career was rewarding
As Fire Marshal Al Mata readies for retirement after four decades of service to the city, he leaves behind a legacy of service and...
Carnegie Hall Send-Off free concert
Rea Charitable Trust has scheduled a “Carnegie Hall Send-Off" concert by The University of Texas of the Permian Basin Choir from 7 p.m. to...
GOOD NEWS: Oil changes for survivors
The Crisis Center of West Texas clients received free oil changes, general car care tips, basic maintenance, and a roadside tool kit, courtesy of...
OHS fundraiser is today
Texas to GoThe Odessa High School Orchestra has scheduled a fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at True Texas BBQ, 2501 W....
Go Red Looks for Funds
Permian Basin Go RedThe American Heart Association has scheduled its annual Go Red for Women Luncheon to raise funds for cardiovascular disease and stroke...
ECISD board approves agreement with nonprofit to operate Ector Middle School
After a rollercoaster day, the Ector County Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved an agreement between the district and Ector Success Academy...