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Odessa volunteer honored with ‘Ludie Warner Award’
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Ellen Noel Art Museum of the Permian Basin Connoisseurs hosted its annual “Ludie Warner Award Reception” on Thursday, honoring a special Ellen Noel Art Museum volunteer. This year’s honoree was Joe Moya of Wells Fargo Advisors in Odessa, who the Museum said has dedicated time and commitment for decades. In […]
Cultural Heritage Festival on tap
The Cultural Heritage Festival will celebrate the diverse cultures in Odessa with food, music and cultural performances. This free family-friendly event will also have activities for all ages including food trucks, face painting, and the Odessa College Downtown splash pad. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m....
North Texas softball team gets their equipment stolen in Midland
MIDLAND, Texas — On Thursday, May 2, a girls' softball team from Keller ISD came to Midland, TX from North Texas for a playoff game, which is just hours away, but when the team went to their charter bus to grab their gear, everything was stolen. "So, I think...
Cooler & More Humid 5-3-2024
For more Permian Basin weather…check here on https://www.yourbasin.com/weather/forecast/. Meteorologist Ryan DePhillips emphasizes the clearer skies, the lower temperatures, the shifting winds, and the higher relative humidity that will stick around for today Basinwide. Along with more sunshine than clouds, temperatures will be near normal with most reaching the high 70’s, 80’s, and lower 90’s. A […]
Fix West Texas clears 88 dogs to be adopted
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Fix West Texas has cleared 88 dogs to be adopted after testing them for distemper. 18 dogs have tested negative for distemper. Fix West Texas is still waiting on a final blood test to see if they have the antibodies needed to fight off infection. 43 dogs are showing that they […]
Staying safe on the road with motorcycles
ODESSA, Texas — According to the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2023 the number of motorcycle traffic crashes in the Odessa District, which includes Midland, Ector and 10 other counties, totaled 163. These crashes resulted in 12 bikers' deaths and 44 more being seriously injured. TXDOT says that both...
Odessan arrested on drug charge
An Odessa man was arrested on a felony drug warrant Thursday. According to an Odessa Police Department report, detectives with the Midland/Odessa Violent Crimes Task Force received a tip Jamin Shavon Davis was selling large quantities of cocaine from his house on West 39th Street. Detectives arranged for a confidential...
Reagan Elementary to host visiting author
Capping off a year of writing their own books, Reagan Elementary School students will get a visit from author Allan Woodrow. Woodrow, the author of more than 30 books for children, will be at Reagan from 8:30 a.m. to 2:05 p.m. May 6 talking to second through fifth-grade students. Fifth...
LIVE! Daily News | Exclusive Details about the Mertzon Shooting
Today on LIVE! Daily News, we exclusively obtained previously unknown information about the Odessa murderer who was shot and killed in Mertzon. A child predator took a plea deal, and 14 dogs face euthanasia.
Couple arrested on family violence charges
An Odessa couple was arrested on Friday night after each accused the other of domestic violence. According to an Odessa Police Department report, officers learned of an assault on North Tom Green Avenue around 8:30 p.m. Friday and met Sarah Porter, 32, and Kithorny Porter, 31, at Medical Center Hospital.
'Our young people are dying and we shouldn't be losing them' | Fentanyl cases rising in West Texas
ODESSA, Texas — Fentanyl is a deadly drug that is affecting everyone everywhere. On Monday, Austin reported an "overdose outbreak" across the city resulting in 30 patients and four confirmed deaths. The CDC estimated that 77,000 cases out of 111,000 involved fentanyl and other synthetic opioids. The Permian Basin...
PSP and PRSC host SKILLS driving course
In a concerted effort to address the pressing issue of road safety among teen drivers in the Permian region, the Permian Strategic Partnership and Permian Road Safety Coalition have joined forces to sponsor a highly anticipated skilled driving course. With a focused initiative on educating and empowering young motorists, this program will utilize cars provided by Sewell Family of Companies to equip area young drivers with essential driving skills and firsthand experience, aiming to curtail the alarming rates of accidents and fatalities on local roads.
Rescue with Ric: Meet Wednesday and Dusty
ODESSA, Texas(KMID/KPEJ)-Meet Wednesday and Dusty, they are 3 months old, fully vaccinated, microchipped and looking for forever homes. If adopting doesn’t work for you fostering is also an option. Fix West Texas will provide kitty litter, toys, beds, food, and much more to ensure the well-being of the kittens. If you are interested in fostering […]
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