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Carmen Croan was last seen at Graham Central Station in 1981, but her cold case has lived on for over four decades. Carmen Croan was your everyday 18-year-old. "Anybody that you talk to that knew Carmen and just talks about what a nice, sweet girl she was," Odessa Crime Stoppers CEO Susan Rogers said. "I mean, you know, there's no drama."

The Basin's Unsolved: Just a Normal Girl

Howard County, TX

HOWARD COUNTY, Texas — Two people have been killed in a fatal crash in Howard County on May 29. Both 56-year-old Antonio Garcia of Midland and 63-year-old John Lyndon Brightman of Odessa were transported to Scenic Mountain Medical Center and Midland Memorial Hospital, respectively, where they later succumbed to their injuries.

Two dead after fatal crash in Howard County

Austin, TX

MIDLAND, Texas — The Texas Public Policy Foundation, a conservative think tank based in Austin, Texas, talked to Midland residents Tuesday about what happened during the 88th Texas legislative session. "We’re a research organization at our heart, so we want people to understand not only what bills are passed,...

Texas Public Policy Foundation recaps 88th legislative session

Midland, TX

MIDLAND, Texas — Midland Westlake Ace Hardware and the Salvation Army have joined forces for their annual Fan Drive. The drive will run through June 18 and help local residents stay cool during the summer. Last year, donations reached more than $4,900, which led to 275 box fans being given away.

Midland Westlake Ace Hardware and The Salvation Army partner up for Fan Drive

MIDLAND, Texas — On May 24th and 25th, due to a significant increase in violent crimes in the Midland/Odessa Area, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Criminal Investigations Division had a two-day collaborative operation with multiple law enforcement partners to target and disrupt violent crime and apprehend violent criminals.

Joint violent crime operation in Midland/Odessa results in 26 arrests

MIDLAND, Texas — Manor Park hosted a senior field day Friday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event had chair volleyball, a golf putting challenge, cornhole, a hula hoop contest, musical chairs, line dancing and more. This event aimed to promote an active and energetic lifestyle among the...

Manor Park hosts Senior Field Day Friday

MIDLAND, Texas — Wednesday begins the demolition process of the Midkiff Bridge. The north side of the bridge was demolished on May 31, while the south side of the bridge is expected to be demolished on June 1. While the long term ramifications are set to be positive, the...

Drivers react to demolition of Midkiff Bridge

Lubbock, TX

MIDLAND, Texas — Whenever you think of veterans that have served, you might picture the men who served. But in today's day and age, there are also women who have served as well. One female veteran from Lubbock wants to help bring awareness to these female vets through her...

Female veteran showcases other female vets in West Texas through photography

ODESSA, Texas — The City of Odessa has announced its 2023 “Movies in the Park” lineup. Seven movies will be shown at different parks throughout the city on some Fridays from June to August. The city encourages citizens to bring their lawn chairs, blankets and popcorn. For...

City of Odessa to celebrate summer break with ‘Movies in the Park’

ODESSA, Texas — Two Odessa teenagers have been arrested after attacking an adult woman at the Vera Apartments. 19-year-old Alexis Isidia Garcia and a 16-year-old juvenile have both been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The 16-year-old received four counts. On May 30 at 8 p.m., Odessa...

Two Odessa teenagers arrested on aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charges

ODESSA, Texas — On Tuesday, the Odessa City Council discussed interviewing finalists for the city manager position. According to T2 Professional Consulting, 50 people applied for the position from around the country. City Councilman Steven Thompson said that has been whittled down to 4. "We kind of focused on...

Odessa City Council discusses city manager finalists, contract with consulting firm

ODESSA, Texas — The City of Odessa has taken a significant step forward in its pursuit of building a sports complex, thanks to a 100-acre donation by Larry Bell and his family. Odessa Mayor Javier Joven and the Quality-of-Life Committee spoke on the project Tuesday and shared some of...

New Odessa sports complex becoming more of a reality following land donation

MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Fire Department will be hosting its annual Wet N' Wild event on June 5. It will all take place at CJ Kelly Park from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be water slides, water polo games and an obstacle course. This event is...

Midland Fire Department to host annual Wet N' Wild event on June 5

MIDLAND, Texas — As it gets hotter and hotter, many people may want to take their kids down to the local swimming pool to cool off. However, accidents always happen and there are only so many lifeguards to keep an eye on hundreds of people. This is why Midland...

Midland Fire Department holds water safety training day

ODESSA, Texas — The West Texas community came together Monday to help those who might need a little extra support and encouragement. Free food, clothes and even haircuts were given to people who consider themselves homeless. "They don't necessarily need a hand out, they need a hand up, they...

Local group provides food, clothing, haircuts for homeless people

MIDLAND, Texas — During a town hall meeting at St. Ann's Youth Center in Midland Thursday, there were discussions about the West Texas foster care system's transition to community based care. “So community based care is a performance based contract in which the state contracts with a local nonprofit...

West Texas foster care system to change to community based care

MIDLAND, Texas — Midland ISD held a Strategic Plan Workshop to discuss some of the trends they are seeing in schools. More than 85 community members, parents, district and campus leaders came together to hear about the strengths of the district to the areas that need a little more help to refine their strategic plan.

Midland ISD holds Strategic Planning Workshop

ODESSA, Texas — The American Legion, Salvation Army and West Texas Food Bank will be teaming up for a “Hope for the Homeless” event on June 5. The event will feature free haircuts, a free hot meal and a free box of food. Those interested in attending...

Free haircuts, food to be offered at Odessa American Legion on June 5

MIDLAND, Texas — The West Texas Food Bank will be hosting a Kids Farmer's Market on June 3. The free event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the West Texas Food Bank facility on 1601 Westcliff Drive. All ages are welcome to visit the market and...

West Texas Food Bank to host Kids Farmer's Market on June 3

Big Spring, TX

BIG SPRING, Texas — World War II U.S. Army Veteran Carl Reid has asked the public to send him at least 100 birthday cards for his 100th birthday. The Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home resident will be turning 100 on June 15. Cpl. Reid served in the U.S. Army...

WWII US Army Veteran asks for birthday cards for 100th birthday

MIDLAND, Texas — Summer Mummers opened its doors for the season on June 1 with its special Diamond Jubilee. The Permian Basin's zaniest tradition and heritage cast members took to the stage at the Historic Yucca Theatre in Downtown Midland for the 75th annual performance. This year the melodrama...

Summer Mummers opens season with special Diamond Jubilee

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Major crash in Odessa at Faudree & Eastridge

ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is investigating a major crash that occurred at Faudree &...

Major crash in Odessa at Faudree & Eastridge

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