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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - West Texas Intermediate crude is now trading around $85 a barrel, up sharply from about $60 at the start of the year. Analysts attribute the increase to uncertainty tied to the conflict involving Iran. In past oil run-ups across the Permian Basin, higher pr...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Gas prices are on the rise again, with some drivers spotting $3.99 for regular at the pump today. The increase comes as oil prices move higher, raising costs for stations and consumers alike. Analysts say geopolitical tension — including the conflict involv...
MIDLAND ExxonMobil raised $200,000 during its annual Charity Golf Tournament held July 20 at Odessa Country Club. This year’s tournament benefited Senior Life Midland. “I extend my deepest gratitude to ExxonMobil and all the participants of this year’s golf tournament,” said Kath...
The hills are about to come alive with the sound of music. Beginning this weekend, Basin Theatre Works will present the famous Rogers and Hammerstein musical as “The Sound of Music” will be performed at Stonegate Odessa Church. There will be five shows total. Each show will start...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/20/2026) “Get ready for the summer heat, it’s back in full force.” That’s your 7-day Forecast +3! Staying on top of your weather forecast is easy—just visit YourBasin.com or download the Your Basin app for the latest updates anytime. – Chief Forecas...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Many people are not getting the nutrients they need each day, which is why many people rely on vitamins. But whether it's vitamin C or biotin, experts say vitamins are just one part of a healthy lifestyle. Vitamins are part of a multi-billion-dollar in...
The children of a 56-year-old Odessa man who died after a night of heavy drinking at Ten Four Lounge have filed a $1 million wrongful death lawsuit against the bar. According to the lawsuit, filed Friday in Ector County District Court, Dale Lee Hinton went to the North Golder Ave...
For the past five years, a local Amateur Athletic Union basketball club has been winning tournaments left and right. Yet, few people in Odessa probably know about it. The girls basketball team, known as the Oville Elite, will be returning to the national tournament this weekend i...
By Emmy Ulmschneider Permian Basin Master Gardener You are tired of row after row of English green turf landscapes down your street and have become interested in having a yard that reflects America. You have attended several lectures on the importance of native plants and the cri...
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By State Rep. Brooks Landgraf Recent events around the world have once again reminded us that energy security is national security. When global energy markets face uncertainty, America depends on places like the Permian Basin to provide the reliable energy that powers our economy...
Alley Cats Rescue, a new nonprofit founded by Gabrielle Pessin, aims to address the Permian Basin's stray cat crisis through feline adoption and trap-neuter-return programs....
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Take your dirty dog for a bath, nail trim, and vaccination in Odessa this weekend; all available at a low price. The Humane Society of Odessa says they’re hosting a public event for pets’ vaccine and grooming needs on Saturday, July 18, at 2230 West Sy...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A parasitic outbreak has sickened more than 1,600 people across 30 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC has confirmed the source as Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce, sold primarily at Taco Bell locations in a han...
BIG SPRING, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - After winning the NJCAA Men's Basketball Championship, the Howard College Hawks sent 7 players to Division I programs. In 2026, the Hawks went 33-4 overall, winning the WJCAC and the regional tournament at Odessa College. During the tournament, the...
A flood watch is in effect for the Permian Basin as the National Weather Service forecasts cloudy skies and scattered thunderstorms with potential for heavy rain through the weekend....
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa College’s newly renovated tennis and pickleball courts are back open—and they’re ready to serve.According to a press release, renovations are complete and the facility has reopened with new lights, so players can keep the rally going into the nightti...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Heart failure survivors and the medical professionals who helped save their lives came together for a special reunion at Medical Center Hospital, celebrating recovery and advancements in cardiac care.The event featured a presentation on a temporary heart su...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/16/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. Scattered clouds and heavy rain hang around for the end of the workweek. Summer heat returns next week. Friday brings a 50% chance of showers and storms, but don’t worry — cl...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – With a growing resentment towards artificial intelligence, two local men are looking to utilize it to improve road safety around the world, starting in West Texas. Chris Moss, CEO of Godhead Safety Consulting, coded his very own learning language model...
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for much of west and southwest Texas and parts of southeastern New Mexico through early Friday evening due to heavy rainfall expected from an approaching upper-level system....
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Odessa College has reopened its renovated tennis and pickleball facilities featuring new lighting that allows for play until 10 PM.
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - United Way of Odessa is recognizing local nonprofits supported through its latest round of funding, highlighting the work they do across three focus areas: health, youth success, and financial stability.According to a post made by United Way of Odessa, this...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Elle Rylee is your newest Miss Texas Volunteer title holder and is excited to make an impact on a community that has supported her through so much. This past weekend, Rylee took the crown and while some would be safe to assume it must have been stressf...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – (7/15/2026) The ground is soaked; the rain keeps coming and that combo means we’re not out of the woods Thursday or Friday. Thursday starts off rather soggy, with showers likely in the morning and maybe a rumble of thunder before things ease back to sc...
A new resource center for those affected by child abuse is coming to the Permian Basin. Harmony Home Children's Advocacy Center officially began construction of their new state-of-the-art facility on Wednesday, celebrating the occasion with a ground-breaking ceremony....
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - GECU broke ground on a new branch in Odessa, marking the credit union’s first location outside of El Paso and its second branch in Texas.GECU President and CEO Alex Rascon said the branch is prepared to support and serve the Odessa area. At the groundbreaki...
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - An Ector County jury has found a man guilty of murder and sentenced him to 99 years.According to the Ector County District Attorney’s Office, Anthony Cortez shot his co-worker, Marcos Criddle, where they worked on Nov. 5, 2024.Prosecutors said surveil...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A longtime Permian Basin nonprofit is expanding right in its own backyard.Harmony Home Children’s Advocacy Center broke ground on a $10 million new facility aimed at increasing access to services for children and families who have experienced sexual and phy...
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Anthony Cortez was found guilty of Murder in the 1st degree by an Ector County Jury and sentenced to 99 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, plus a $10,000 fine. On November 5th, 2024, Cortez shot his co-worker, Marcos Criddle, at t...
Crude Oil: 79.60 (+0.26). Nymex MTD AVG: 71.9493. Natural Gas: 2.924 (+0.020). Gasoline: 3.3009 (+0.0736). Spreads: August/September (+0.48) September/October (+1.04). Plains WTI Posting: 76.08 (+0.26). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: July 15, 2026 appeared first on Odessa ...
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Wadley Avenue will be closed to through traffic beginning Wednesday, July 16, as part of the SH 158/Wadley Intersection Project, according to the City of Odessa.The closure is expected to last approximately one month.The closure is happening because crews n...
MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Food pantries across West Texas are seeing increased demand as grocery costs remain high, with organizations reporting record food box distributions and a growing number of working families seeking assistance.Demand outpacing last year’s numbersPerm...
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Crude Oil: 79.34 (+1.20). Nymex MTD AVG: 71.4029. Natural Gas: 2.904 (+0.007). Gasoline: 3.2273 (+0.0610). Spreads: August/September (+0.66) September/October (+1.16). Plains WTI Posting: 75.82 (+1.20). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: July 14, 2026 appeared first on Odessa ...
President Donald Trump speaks at the Port of Corpus Christi on Feb. 27, 2026. Credit: Pete Garcia for The Texas Tribune By Carlos Nogueras Ramos, The Texas Tribune ODESSA Mexico and the U.S. may frequently spar, but the two nations are bound by energy — networks of pipelines that...
A 47-year-old Odessa man is facing an aggravated robbery charge after being accused of stabbing another man in the butt and thigh while stealing his backpack. According to an Ector County Sheriff’s Department report, dispatchers received a report of a stabbing on FM 1936 ar...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – 7/13/2026 Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. “The atmosphere is loaded with moisture. The sky is basically a giant sponge right now. So, expect scattered showers and storms to keep popping up.” That’s your 7-day Forecast ...
The UTPB Athletics Department has announced the 2026 UTPB Athletics Hall of Fame class. The official induction ceremony will take place on Oct. 31. 2008 Volleyball Team In 2008, the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) Women’s Volleyball Team had a landmark season, finishing ...
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Ector County officials have released the latest renderings of the county’s future courthouse.The new courthouse is planned with an emphasis on functionality, efficiency and timeless architectural design, reflecting the county’s long-term commitment to...
Crude Oil: 78.14 (+6.73). Nymex MTD AVG: 70.7923. Natural Gas: 2.897 (-0.043). Gasoline: 3.1663 (+0.1817). Spreads: August/September (+0.20) September/October (+0.69). Plains WTI Posting: 74.62 (+6.73). The post DAILY OIL PRICE: July 13, 2026 appeared first on Odessa ...
Average gasoline prices in Midland-Odessa have risen 13.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.47/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 156 stations in Midland-Odessa. Prices in Midland-Odessa are 6.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 73.1 cents p...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Former Odessa College pitcher Peyton Fiene is selected in the 11th round of the MLB Draft by the Houston Astros. In his sophomore season, Fiene went 7-4 and started in 14 games. Additionally, he also threw 107 strikeouts in 72.2 innings. His best outin...
Odessa College pitcher Peyton Fiene was drafted by the Houston Astros in the 11th round of the MLB Draft Sunday. The right-handed pitcher was selected by the Astros with the 331st overall pick. A sophomore this past season from McKinney, Fiene appeared in 15 games, starting in 14...
By Mary Sirgo Permian Basin Master Gardener Spend enough time talking with homeowners, and you begin to notice a change in the questions they ask. A decade ago, conversations often centered on achieving the perfect lawn. Which fertilizer should I use? How often should I water? Ho...
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – 7/10/2026 Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3! That’s your 7-day Forecast +3! Staying on top of your weather forecast is easy—just visit YourBasin.com or download the Your Basin app for the latest updates anytime....
The Salvation Army of Midland and Odessa is experiencing a "summer slump" in donations, while the need for assistance increases due to the heat, and is asking the community to help bridge the gap by donating money, bottled water, snacks, hygiene products, and volunteers....
