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HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Compass Academy wins in straight sets against Coahoma
The Compass Academy volleyball team maintained its perfect start to District 3-3A play with a win in straight sets against Coahoma Tuesday at home. The Lady Cougars won by scores of 25-20, 25-13, 25-9. Compass Academy improved to 29-4 overall, 3-0 in District 3-3A. Coahoma fell t...
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Ector County deputies seize meth and 19 firearms
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Two men were arrested for multiple felony charges by Ector County Sheriff's deputies Tuesday morning in Gardendale. The subjects were identified as Rogelio Hernandez-Puente and Eder Alexander Hernandez-Puente. According to ECSO, at approximately ...
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HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: OHS defeats Permian in five sets
Say this about the Odessa High volleyball team; the Lady Bronchos know how to win in five sets. For the second consecutive game, Odessa High won in a five-set thriller. This time, it was against crosstown rivals Permian. Odessa High won by scores of 25-22, 14-25, 17-25, 25-21, 15...
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PHOTO GALLERY: Permian at Odessa High
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Dan Patrick unveils plan to boost Texas affordability
Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick laid out plans to address affordability concerns across the Lone Star State, as part of a West Texas campaign stop Tuesday....
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9/29/2026: Moisture from the remnants of Hurricane Polo will keep the tropical moisture in our area
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Wednesday, we'll catch a break from the widespread rain, but we're not completely done with storm chances. Expect a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures climbing to around 87 degrees. A few scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop during th...
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OPD investigating cosmetics theft
Odessa police are searching for a woman suspected of theft from H-E-B. According to an OPD news release, a woman stole cosmetics from the H-E-B located at 3801 E. 42nd St. Anyone who recognizes the suspect shown in the surveillance footage is encouraged to contact Detective M. Tr...
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Second-annual Veterans Celebration to take place Nov. 7
MIDLAND Midland’s second-annual Veterans Parade and Veterans Celebration is set for Saturday, Nov. 7. Midland Veterans Partnership has announced the following events that are open to the public and connected with the America 250-themed celebration. A flyover at 1 p.m. over Midlan...
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Hobbs teacher wins 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence
HOBBS, NEW MEXICO Erik Chavarria, a high school construction and electrical teacher from Hobbs, has been named a winner of the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence, winning $25,000 for himself and $50,000 for his school’s program. Chavarria, who tea...
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Public invited to church’s anti-racism tour
Sunday, October 4, is World Communion Sunday/Anti-Racism Sunday for many Christian denominations. Connection Christian Church in Odessa will celebrate in worship at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. with a multi-language service followed by a communion service where all are welcome to the table...