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‘Finish what I started’: Swanner seeks re-election
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- At-large Councilwoman Denise Swanner has filed to seek her second term serving the residents of Odessa. You’ll find her on the ballot this coming November alongside Craig Stoker, who is also hoping to win the seat. Swanner said she’s proud of the things she’s accomplished during her first four years in office, […]
Jesus House: Serving the community for 22 years
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Jesus House, a local nonprofit organization that works to aid people who struggle with food insecurity, celebrated its 22nd year of serving and impacting the community through the work of its dedicated volunteers and staff. Jesus House, now serving the community for 22 years, works as a local nonprofit that provides meals, […]
‘Hammer down your house’: Big Spring PD searching for theft suspect
BIG SPRING, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Big Spring Police Department is asking for help from the community to locate a known theft suspect. According to a social media post, Brandon Hyman is wanted on several outstanding warrants, including burglary of vehicles, burglary of homes, and vehicle theft. “We have lost count on the warrants and cases […]
TxDOT to continue $19 million Big Spring paving project
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Texas Department of Transportation will be resuming paving work on Big Spring Avenue on Monday, as part of a nearly $19 million project that began in August 2023. The project is scheduled to be completed in October 2024. TxDOT said work is scheduled to resume on Monday, August 5. Work […]
MFD responds to structure fire in south Midland
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Fire Department responded to a fire on Holloway Avenue Thursday afternoon. MFD said that at about 1:57pm on Thursday, August 1, crews arrived to a structure on fire in the 2400 block of Holloway Avenue. The department said no injuries were reported as a result of the fire and […]
Senator Cornyn partners with other senators to combat fentanyl-laced pill production
WASHINGTON, DC (KMID/KPEJ) – US Senators John Cornyn, Chris Coons, Jerry Moran, Amy Klobuchar, and Maria Cantwell introduced the “Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act,” which aims to help stop the production of counterfeit and fentanyl laced pills, as well as make it easier for federal law enforcement to take action against cartels’ illegal use of […]
MCSO arrests three suspects following trespassing operation
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Three suspects were arrested Thursday as a result of an operation involving the Midland County Sheriff’s Office to locate trespassers. MCSO said that on August 1, deputies conducted an operation involving multiple agencies at 1007 South Midkiff, with the mission of locating and arresting any trespassers found on the property. Information […]
Line break expected to leave north Big Spring residents without water
BIG SPRING, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Residents in north Big Spring are expected to be without water pressure as crews repair a water line break in the area. The City of Big Spring said its Public Works Department has found a 16-inch water line break on North Benton. The City is expecting businesses and residents in […]
MPD investigating pair of spa robberies
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland Police Department is asking for help from the community to identify a robbery suspect. According to Crime Stoppers, the same suspect is believed to have been involved in two robberies at Sunny Spa, located at 2814 W Wall Street. During both robberies, investigators said the suspect, pictured below, assaulted the […]
Native Midlander shares her role as one of the chosen medical staff for Team USA at the 2024 Olympics
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Joann Brito, a native Midlander who is currently in Paris working with Team USA at the 2024 Olympics as a licensed massage therapist, shared her excitement and gratitude for being able to contribute to this international multi-sport event. According to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, medical staff and volunteer medical […]
Minor injuries reported following crash involving DPS vehicle
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was involved in a crash Thursday morning, now the department has released new details about the incident. According to a DPS spokesperson, around 9:30 a.m. On August 1, a trooper was in route to investigate a call about another crash when he was involved in […]
Hot spots expected for weeks following PBC fire in Odessa
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Odessa Fire Rescue continued battling a fire in northwest Odessa Wednesday night and said more fires are possible over the next 30 days. According to the City, crews responded to the area of 81st Street and West County Road around 9:00 p.m. on July 31 after a small fire broke out in […]
MCSO conducting operation on S Midkiff
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland County Sheriff’s Office released information Thursday morning on a large-scale operation that is currently underway in Midland County. According to MCSO, multiple agencies are assisting in the 1000 block of S Midkiff to try and locate suspects accused of trespassing and theft. “There is no danger to the public,” […]
Fire reported near site of last week’s blaze in NW Odessa
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Facebook users have reported seeing firetrucks and flames near the site of a fire that destroyed a chemical storage business last week in northwest Odessa. According to a post, residents in the area of 81st Street and West County Road reported hearing popping noises, similar to fireworks, and saw flames near the […]
WATCH: ‘Meandering Moose’ found in CO neighborhood
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colorado (KMID/KPEJ) – How many people does it take to move a 600-pound moose? The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado found out when they had to help relocate one of the large animals recently. “Mr. Moose was peering in windows and taking a break in a yard,” before he was lifted into […]
EB I-20 lane to close amid road repairs
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Texas Department of Transportation announced a lane closure for eastbound Interstate 20 in a release on Wednesday. TxDOT said construction crews will be performing a road repair beginning at 9am on Thursday, August 1. The right lane of eastbound Interstate 20 will be closed near the Petroleum Museum until the […]
New bill allows federal court proceedings in Alpine Court
ALPINE, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Access to federal courts was just extended throughout West Texas, after the “Improving Access to Our Courts Act” was signed into law. Authored by Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, the bill allows US court proceedings to be in Alpine, one of seven US District Courts for West Texas. The […]
Upton County man arrested following attempted diesel fuel theft
UPTON COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Abel Fernandez Socarras was arrested early Saturday morning, following an alleged diesel fuel theft which resulted in a crash. The Upton County Sheriff’s Office said in a post that in the early morning on Saturday, July 27, deputies responded to a possible diesel theft in progress on SH 349, north […]
‘A GRAD WITH A PLAN’: Local Permian High graduate earns first full-time position through ECISD partnership
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Frank Alvarado, a recent Permian High School graduate is entering the workforce earlier than most through a collaboration by multiple entities in the community. “When I saw the opportunity, I had to jump on it and… it’s paid off for me,” said Alvarado. The partnership, which includes Ector County ISD, ACCESS, […]
WATCH: Extremely rare cat born with four ears brought into TN shelter
MT JULIET, Tennessee (KMID/KPEJ) – True Rescue in Mt. Juliet says it’s the largest communal cat rescue in the south. “We’re housed in a 7,000 sq ft facility, we have just over 430 animals total in our care between cats, dogs, puppies and kittens,” said Kristin Condite, Director of Operations at True Rescue. Recently, the […]
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