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$10M TxDOT project will take Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport to new heights
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — The Texas Department of Transportation works with communities all the time for road improvement. Now, it's time for an Odessa project to take flight. "We have an opportunity to get a grant from TxDOT," said Mike Gardner, Ector County Commissioner for Precinct 1. In Tuesday's...
OPD looking for hit-and-run suspect who hit 16-year-old girl
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is looking for a blue Dodge Ram pickup after it allegedly hit a 16-year-old girl on June 20. At about 11:25 a.m., the teen was trying to cross Andrews Highway and 31st when the truck hit her. The driver of the pickup...
City of Midland approves reducing the speed limit for 3 major roads
MIDLAND, Texas — On June 25, the City of Midland unanimously approved the reduction of speed limits on portions of three major roadways including Briarwood Avenue, Midkiff Road and Rankin Highway. During Tuesday's City Council meeting, Taha Sakrani, the senior associate traffic engineer for the city presented the following...
Odessa College hires new head baseball coach
ODESSA, Texas — Odessa College has announced their new head baseball coach. According to a release, Coach David Wood has accepted the position of head coach of the Wranglers. Coach Wood has been the Interim Head Coach at San Jacinto College in Houston since Nov. 2023, where he was previously the assistant coach. The team finished the year with a 40-21 record and advanced to the NJCAA Super Regional Tournament.
Almost 30 people still missing after Ruidoso fires
RUIDOSO, N.M. — 29 people are still missing after the Ruidoso wildfires from the week of June 17. The South Fork Fire has scorched over 17,556 acres with 55% containment while the Salt Fire has burned over 7,900 acres with 38% containment. There are currently "no entry zones" that...
App aimed to help first responders' mental health coming to Midland
The City of Midland is working to ensure first responders are taking care of their mental health. At the Midland City Council meeting Tuesday, the city approved a contract with a company called Lexipol for a three-year subscription for an app aimed at first responders. Two years ago, they were...
Free firework event sparking in Big Spring soon
BIG SPRING, Texas — Comanche Trail Park Amphitheater in Big Spring, Texas is hosting Pops in the Park for an Independence Day Celebration. The event is inviting your family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled evening with food, music, and, of course, fireworks. The event is free and begins...
Odessa woman dead after four car collision in Andrews County
ANDREWS COUNTY, Texas — On June 24, at approximately 7:22 p.m., a collision involving four vehicles occurred at SH 128 Mile Post 224 in Andrews County, according to a press release from the Texas Department of Transportation. The vehicles involved were a 2011 GMC Sierra, a 2013 Kia Optima,...
Star-Spangled Salute event to happen at Centennial Park & Bush Convention Center
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland is celebrating Independence Day with spirit by hosting this years Star-Spangled salute!. The event kicks off with the 61st Annual Children’s Sidewalk Parade and concludes with a firework display against the West Texas night sky. Throughout the day, attendees can enjoy food and beverages...
George Strait to get star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
LOS ANGELES — George Strait is about to add another accolade to an already legendary career. "The King of Country" has been named part of the 2025 class for the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Strait joins the following recording artists who will receive their stars over the next two...
One dead after collision in Crane County
CRANE COUNTY, Texas — On June 22, around 12:30 a.m., a fatal crash occurred near the intersection of US-385 and Tarpley Road in Crane County, Texas. The collision involved two vehicles: a 2013 Peterbilt 388 driven by 41-year-old Jose Diaz-Puig from Odessa and a 2012 Chrysler Town & Country driven by 40-year-old Christopher Allen Robles from Midland.
Five 'teen attorneys' land scholarships from Midland Teen Court
MIDLAND, Texas — Everybody makes mistakes, especially our youth. When a teen in Midland gets in trouble with the law, instead of having a mistake on their record, they have an opportunity to appear in Midland Teen Court. "Teen courts are a restorative justice system," teen attorney Cody Munoz...
Free Starlink internet access for ECISD families to soon end
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — For years, Ector County ISD families have had access to free Starlink internet thanks to an agreement between SpaceX and ECISD. SpaceX and Starlink provide internet by sending satellites up to space. According to ECISD Chief Technology Officer Dr. Kellie Wilks, ECISD started talking to...
Two San Antonio attractions rank high on 'most Instagrammable' tourist destinations to visit in Texas
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio River Walk and the Alamo ranked among the top five "most Instagrammable" Texas tourist destinations, according to a study done by TexasRealEstateSource.com. The study analyzed TripAdvisor data for the most popular tourist destinations in Texas and searched Instagram for hashtags relating to each...
Skillpoint Alliance, which serves several counties in Permian Basin, receiving Texas Talent Connection grants
AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott announced that Skillpoint Alliance is receiving $210,000 out of an over $6.3 million in Texas Talent Connection grants. The money for Skillpoint Alliance will go towards year two of the Expanding Rural Community Economic Pathways project in multiple counties in Texas. In the Permian Basin, Skillpoint Alliance serves Andrews, Howard, Pecos and Reeves County.
West Texas set to have strong representation on Texas Sunset Advisory Commission
TEXAS, USA — More West Texas voices will be heard in Austin. On Friday, June 21, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick appointed Texas state senators Kevin Sparks of District 31 and Cesar Blanco of District 29 to the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission. The commission helps evaluate state agencies and...
IDEA Public Schools picks Dr. Annette Macias as executive director for Permian Basin Region
IDEA Public Schools has appointed Dr. Annette Macias as the executive director for the Permian Basin Region, according to a press release from IDEA Public Schools. The release further stated that Dr. Macias is a Permian Basin native and holds a Ph.D. in education leadership policy from Texas Tech University. She has a 27-year career that includes roles such as executive director for school improvement, principal and bilingual teacher.
Men charged with killing 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray aren't eligible for death penalty but that could change
HOUSTON — One of the men charged in the death of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray appeared before a Houston judge Monday morning. Franklin Jose Peña Ramos, 26, is charged with capital murder in Jocelyn's death. Jocelyn's mother and several other family members were in the courtroom when Judge Josh...
Midland Animal Shelter population is at a 'threatening capacity,' once again
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland Animal Services is currently in "crisis mode," according to Midland Animal Services (MAS) Manager Melissa Griffin-Hobson. The shelter has reached full capacity. Nearly 250 animals are waiting to be adopted into loving homes and the shelter just doesn't have the space to house them all.
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