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Tiny aisles, big lessons: H-E-B opens miniature market for Odessa toddlers
ODESSA, Texas — For most adults, a trip to the grocery store is a weekly chore. But for the three and four-year-olds at Burleson Early Education Center, it is officially the highlight of the school day. On Thursday, the center celebrated the grand opening of its new H-E-B Market...
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West Texas Food Bank hosts first chili cookoff to fight hunger
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The West Texas Food Bank held its first chili cookoff, where the community gathered to fight hunger. Petroleum company Ovintiv assisted in putting the event together, as they have held it themselves, raising from $14,000 to $18,000 the past two years. “I think turnout’s been really great. We’ve got a lot […]
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West Texas Domino’s franchisee Cassie Gerety named 2026 Remarkable Woman
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Throughout the month of March, YourBasin highlights women making a difference across West Texas as part of Nexstar Media Group’s nationwide Remarkable Women initiative. Now, one local leader will represent the Permian Basin on a national stage. Cassie Gerety, franchise owner of 41 Domino’s stores serving 16 communities across West Texas, has […]
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Odessa, Midland eateries featured on ‘America’s Best Restaurants’
ODESSA-MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Two Permian Basin restaurants are being featured on the travel show “America’s Best Restaurants,” which tours the country highlighting standout local eateries. Patrick Clay’s Icon Tavern in Odessa and M-M-C’s The Half Acre in Midland were both recommended to the show as top dining destinations in the region. The program searches […]
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Ed & Tom’s Barbecue reflects on legacy, community during Black History Month
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- In Odessa, Black history is reflected not only in stories and people, but also in food. Ed & Tom’s Barbecue has been a staple in the community for 25 years. The business first began as a catering company before growing into a brick-and-mortar restaurant on the south side of town. Owner Eddie […]
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More Than a Menu: The Man Inside the Truck
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – What began as a simple idea to serve quality food to hard-working oilfield employees has grown into a personal mission for the owner of Dirty Byrd’z Food Truck. Originally from Washington, D.C., David Thomas experienced a childhood shaped by movement and change. He spent part of his early years living in […]
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Dirty Byrd’z Food Truck serving wings, loaded fries and desserts!
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – For almost a decade, Dirty Byrd’z Food Truck has been serving the community a flavorful lineup of wings, desserts, loaded fries, flavored pickles, and more. David Thomas, owner and cook of Dirty Byrd’z, discovered his passion for cooking at a young age. His mother shared with him a plethora of recipes […]
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From empty lot to local hotspot: new food truck park brings flavor and community to Odessa
ODESSA, Texas — An empty parking lot in Odessa has been transformed into a lively food truck park filled with local flavors, live music and families looking for something new to enjoy together. The park, known as Downtown GrubHub, officially opened to the public this week and features eight...
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Small Sliders opens 8th Texas location in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- From the bayous of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Small Sliders has made its way to the oil fields of the Permian Basin, as the 8th Texas location has now opened up in Midland. “It’s a whole vibe.” Said Midland General Manager, Brittny Stepherd. “It’s a vibe. We love to dance, and we love […]
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IN STUDIO: Buzztin B’z Wingz
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Wednesdays are made for wings and they taste been better being local. We are joined in studio with family-owned Buzztin B’z Wingz located in Midland. Her two sons made a dream come true for their mother and since then the community support has been amazing. This family-owned business has been operating […]
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Odessa's first ever food truck park is set to open soon
ODESSA, Texas — For food truck owners, like Jorge and Lily Pallares, an opportunity to share their dream may soon become a reality. The new business owners started El Venado Cooks, specializing in smash burgers. They used to open on East 17th Street until a friend told them about a chance to be more visible.
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Sandwich Lovers! West Texans Say These Are The Best Places For A
National Sandwich Day was last week but if you ask me, every day is sandwich day because, depending on my mood, my family is always an eye roll away from having a yummy sandwich for dinner during the week. If momma comes home from work and someone asks 'what's for dinner?' When I give the answer if anyone wrinkles their nose or rolls their eyes, my immediate response is good, sandwiches it is! Re