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Dia de los Muertos festival returns to downtown Odessa
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – On Thursday, October 8th, the community of Odessa came together to kick off the festivities and prepare for the upcoming Día de los Muertos Festival that’s taking place in the city. The event last night took place at the Golden Oak Venue on 415 N. Grant Ave in Odessa, Texas and […]
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Big Spring to Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Community Gathering at Mount Olive Cemetery
BIG SPRING, Texas — A celebration honoring the lives and memories of loved ones who have passed away is returning to Big Spring, with organizers hoping to establish Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, as an annual community tradition. The event is scheduled for Sunday,...
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From Prison to Powerful Purpose Podcast with Shawn Carrasco: Episode 4
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- In Episode 4, titled “Man behind DGK,” we get to meet Shawn Carrasco, learn what he went through, and how he is helping the community. Stream every episode of From Prison to Powerful Purpose anytime on the Big 2 Plus app, available now to download and watch on your TV. Watch Episode […]
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This Texas Drive-In Shows Three Double Features Under the Stars Every Night
Out in Midland, Texas, there’s a classic movie theater experience that feels like stepping back in time. Big Sky Drive-In isn’t just playing one movie a night but offers three different double features simultaneously on massive outdoor screens. Families pull in with their cars, tune their radios, and settle in for an evening under the West Texas stars that you just can’t replicate inside a traditional cinema.
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Marfa Public Radio to celebrate 20 years with November gala in Midland
Marfa Public Radio will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a gala Nov. 5 at the Museum of the Southwest in Midland. The “Marfa to Midland Gala” will feature live performances by The Band of Heathens and singer-songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter, along with gourmet dining and a silent auction. The...
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Fuel Your School relaunches, donates $12K to LBJ Elementary in Odessa
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Fuel Your School program, powered by Kent Companies’ Kent Quick gas stations, has relaunched for another year, donating over $12,000 to LBJ Elementary in Ektra County ISD. The grant provides LBJ Elementary with essential literacy supplies and hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) materials...
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Tejano culture showcased in local art exhibit
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Continuing our coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month, we visited the Ellen Noel Museum in Odessa, where they are showcasing a Tejanos exhibit called “Latinos on Wheels: Lowriders of Tejas”. Our Jesse Zaragoza spoke with artist, Al Rendon, who told us how he wanted to spread his culture with others through his photographs. Watch the full video above.