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Crude Oil: 82.40 (+1.15). Nymex MTD AVG: 80.5969. Natural Gas: 2.733 (+0.006). Gasoline: 3.1841 (+0.0561). Spreads: September/October (+0.93) October/November (+1.37). Plains WTI Posting: 78.88 (+1.15). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 14, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
Crude Oil: 81.25 (-2.02). Nymex MTD AVG: 80.1808. Natural Gas: 2.727 (-0.077). Gasoline: 3.1280 (-0.0257). Spreads: September/October (+0.81) October/November (+1.37). Plains WTI Posting: 77.73 (-2.02). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 13, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
Odessa oilman Kirk Edwards says the war with Iran and the politics surrounding it are keeping the energy industry in a bind. “Iran is now making demands of the United States,” Edwards said. “How did we get here? “Iran is now reportedly demanding compensation, sanctions relief, ch...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Ector County Environmental Enforcement has completed a cleanup of a property pit off 52nd, officials said, clearing what residents had flagged as an eyesore and a concern for the surrounding neighborhood. Cleanup effort The property has been cleared and is ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Bush Convention Center in Midland opened its doors to host the 11th Annual Produced Water Society conference, an event focused on bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and state lawmakers to tackle one of the Permian basin's biggest cha...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Hundreds of members of the Produced Water Society gathered at the Bush Convention Center in Midland to share ideas and research on produced water, a byproduct of oil extraction in the Permian Basin. The annual conference brought together guest speakers, ex...
Crude Oil: 83.27 (+0.07). Nymex MTD AVG: 80.0917. Natural Gas: 2.804 (+0.037). Gasoline: 3.1537 (+0.0171). Spreads: September/October (+1.10) October/November (+1.67). Plains WTI Posting: 79.75 (+0.07). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 12, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Local planners are looking for your help to make Midland a safer, more accessible place to travel—whether you walk, bike, drive, or use a mobility device. The City of Midland is partnering with the Permian Basin Metropolitan Planning Organization (PBMPO) t...
Crude Oil: 83.20 (+1.07). Nymex MTD AVG: 79.8027. Natural Gas: 2.767 (-0.027). Gasoline: 3.1366 (+0.0012). Spreads: September/October (+1.25) October/November (+1.64). Plains WTI Posting: 79.68 (+1.07). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 11, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Terrell County Sheriff’s Office and Sanderson Border Patrol agents apprehended a group of four immigrants from Guerrero, Mexico, using advanced surveillance technology, according to a post by Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland. An Autonomous Surveillance Tower ...
Registration is officially open for the 2026 Odessa College 30 for 30 Fitness Challenge, presented by Medical Center Health System. This year, participants can register, track their progress and stay connected throughout the challenge using the new Odessa College app. To particip...
Dr. Mandeep Othee at Medical Center Hospital is offering SI joint fusion surgery to provide relief for patients suffering from chronic lower back, pelvic, or hip pain....
Crude Oil: 82.13 (+3.95). Nymex MTD AVG: 79.4630. Natural Gas: 2.794 (+0.132). Gasoline: 3.1354 (+0.1501). Spreads: September/October (+0.97) October/November (+1.24). Plains WTI Posting: 78.61 (+3.95). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 10, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
Ector County officials broke ground on the new Kellus Turner Community Center in Odessa, Texas, a project that will be constructed entirely in-house by county personnel....
An Odessa woman was wanted for manslaughter after an infant died from being left unsupervised in a bathtub for an extended period.
Average gasoline prices in Midland-Odessa have fallen 23.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.36/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 156 stations in Midland-Odessa. Prices in Midland-Odessa are 16.3 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 57.3 cents...
By Herb Enthusiast Barbara Porsch Permian Basin Master Gardener A while back I received a newsletter from motherearthliving.com talking about 6 medicinal herbs that are easy to grow. You know, I am more into the eating than the medical stuff so I haven’t thought about that in a l...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Compass Academy Cougars held their annual watermelon feed this morning. At the event, the community was introduced to the football players, cheerleaders and the new dance team. Additionally, the Cougars annouced the captains for the football team f...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) -There will be a major traffic pattern change at SH 302 and FM 181 beginning on Monday, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Starting on Monday, traffic at the intersection of SH 302 and FM 181 will transition to a Restricted Crossing U-Turn (...
The Ector County Sheriff's Office issued a warrant for Fraian Orella on a bestiality charge and requested public assistance to identify a second suspect in an ongoing investigation....
The nonprofit Permian Paws in Need provides pet food and supplies to residents of Midland and Odessa struggling with rising costs and is scheduled to host its second annual Bags for Bowls fundraiser on August 15....
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) — An Odessa family’s mission to break the stigma surrounding mental health has reached a major milestone. Three years after starting their suicide awareness group, “BL3S SQUAD” is officially a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The group was founded in honor o...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Odessa Family YMCA hosted its monthly hygiene closet Friday afternoon in partnership with Superior HealthPlan. Running for four years, the closet opens on the first Friday of every month from March through November. Families can choose up to five essent...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Ector County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in connection with an ongoing bestiality investigation, according to the agency. According to the sheriff’s office, a warrant has been issued for Fraian Orella in connection with the case. In...
The rig count in the Permian Basin was up three this week, the latest count Friday by Baker Hughes shows, with 263 rigs active in the region. A year ago, 256 rigs were active in the region. Nationally, the oil and gas rig count is unchanged from last week at 588 rigs. A year ago,...
Crude Oil: 78.18 (+0.89). Nymex MTD AVG: 79.1667. Natural Gas: 2.662 (+0.022). Gasoline: 2.9853 (+0.0468). Spreads: September/October (+1.03) October/November (+1.19). Plains WTI Posting: 74.66 (+0.89). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 7, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
Two drivers were killed in a head-on collision on IH-20 in Odessa, Texas, on August 6.
The following is a list of recent first and second-degree felony dispositions from the Ector County District Clerk’s Office. Lendsley Fenderson . Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon/family Violence. Dismissed. Alleged victim refuses to cooperate. Abraham Hernandez . Burglary ...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa High football team officially kicked off the 2026 season Monday, but before the Bronchos begin their non-district schedule, the program held one of its favorite annual traditions: Broncho Football Moms 101. The event gives mothers a firsthan...
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Zoo Midland has been under construction for around 16 months' time. However, the hype behind the project has not let down one bit. The zoo would be an addition to the Permian Basin that developers are hopeful to keep expanding on. The rapid growth of t...
The American Red Cross Permian Basin chapter is inviting community members to register for a two-day Disaster Action Team Academy training event scheduled for August 15th and 16th in Odessa....
Crude Oil: 77.29 (+2.07). Nymex MTD AVG: 79.6600. Natural Gas: 2.640 (-0.048). Gasoline: 2.9385 (+0.0997). Spreads: September/October (+1.13) October/November (+1.25). Plains WTI Posting: 73.77 (+2.07). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 6, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
The Quilts of Valor Foundation honored 92-year-old Korean War veteran John Curry with a handcrafted quilt during a ceremony at the Earl S. Bailey American Legion Post in Odessa....
Doctors at Texas Oncology in Odessa are seeking volunteers for clinical trials to help advance medical treatments by testing new medicines and devices....
Paul Everett was sentenced to 12 years in prison in Ector County, Texas, after being found guilty of failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements....
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - An Ector County jury has sentenced a man to 12 years in prison after finding him guilty of failure to comply with sex offender registration requirements. According to the Ector County District Attorney’s Office, on May 16, 2023, officers conducted a c...
Crude Oil: 75.22 (-0.55). Nymex MTD AVG: 80.1340. Natural Gas: 2.688 (+0.006). Gasoline: 2.8388 (-0.0134). Spreads: September/October (+1.17) October/November (+1.11). Plains WTI Posting: 71.70 (-0.55). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 5, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
Several Odessa Medical Group clinics have temporarily closed due to an unexpected power outage.
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Check out today's 7-day forecast with Meteorologist Brian James, as temperatures will remain in the high 90s and cross into the 100s for the next week. Watch the full video above....
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KOSA) - Six people pled guilty last month, and eight others still face charges in what is a massive conspiracy to steal crude oil from Permian Basin producers. According to the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas six defendants pleaded guilty to...
A 52-year-old Odessa woman was killed early Tuesday morning while trying to walk across FM 2020 west of the city. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Misti Dawn Hurst was trying to cross the street outside a designated crosswalk when she was struck near mile marke...
AUSTIN Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday announced a Skills Development Fund (SDF) grant award totaling $2,416,902 to Workforce Solutions Permian Basin. Through this grant, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin will provide customized training for 1,486 new and current workers at 18 ru...
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A jury has sentenced a man to prison after finding him guilty of arson in Ector County. According to the Ector County District Attorney’s Office, the 70th District Court found Augustine Falana guilty of arson but not guilty of aggravated assault with ...
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A pedestrian was hit and killed at the intersection of W. University Blvd. and N. Redondo Ave. DPS said at around 6:15 p.m., a pickup truck was traveling eastbound on University when it hit the woman as she was crossing the road. She died on scene. DP...
Crude Oil: 75.77 (-4.57). Nymex MTD AVG: 81.3625. Natural Gas: 2.682 (-0.099). Gasoline: 2.8522 (-0.1145). Spreads: September/October (+1.37) October/November (+1.25). Plains WTI Posting: 72.25 (-4.57). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 4, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Ector County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control are looking for the owner of a horse found wandering on West Wiesner. The horse, described as a 6- to 7-year-old male sorrel, was reported found at 13591 W. Wiesner. According to the Ector County An...
Applications are now open for Citizens UniverCity. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Odessa operates through facility tours, hands-on demonstrations, and conversations with city leadership. You’ll also learn how the city’s strategic goals shape decisions that impact our communi...
The semisub Deepsea Mira in Walvis Bay, Namibia. (Photo Courtesy of Odfjell Drilling) There is a lot of excitement these days about off-shore oil discoveries at Namibia where a few companies gambled on luck and are cashing in. Waco economist Ray Perryman and Odessa oilman Kirk Ed...
While only active for a little over a year, the West Texas Trading Card Game Convention is making moves in the Permian Basin. The group started out with only 15-20 vendors at its first showing, but now regularly sees close to 150 vendors pack hotel conference halls, dealing out c...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Meteorologist Jim Danner gives you today's 7-day forecast +3, with temperatures staying in the high 90s. Watch the full video above for the complete forecast....
Crude Oil: 80.34 (-4.33). Nymex MTD AVG: 83.2267. Natural Gas: 2.781 (+0.034). Gasoline: 2.9667 (-0.2549). Spreads: September/October (+2.44) October/November (+2.22). Plains WTI Posting: 76.82 (-4.33). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: August 3, 2026 appeared first on Odessa American ....
LUBBOCK, Texas (KOSA) - Six people have pleaded guilty to their roles in a conspiracy to steal crude oil from Permian Basin producers and resell it for profit, federal prosecutors announced. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas, the guilty pl...
Texas lawmakers said they need to rewrite a plan to get more energy to West Texas after residents aross the state raised concerns over proposed high-voltage lines. Credit: Evan L’Roy/The Texas Tribune By Carlos Nogueras Ramos and Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune ODESSA A growing ch...
Average gasoline prices in Midland-Odessa have fallen 26.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.59/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 156 stations in Midland-Odessa. Prices in Midland-Odessa are 20.3 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 93.1 cent...
