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HART: Taylor Swift’s Wedding: A modest, low-key affair
By Ron Hart at Odessa American (oaoa.com)
· July 11, 2026
· 4 min read
Just to put it up front, like most 40-year-old-and-older heterosexual men, I am not a Taylor Swift fan. If she sang at my funeral, I would get up and leave.
I do not like her songs. But of the ones I have had to listen to, I like the fast ones the most because they end sooner.
However, I do admir...
Key takeaway To fund her extravagant wedding, Taylor Swift’s next tour will be called the “Give Me Your Allowance” Tour.
Why this matters in The Odessa
The recent wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may seem like a distant celebrity affair, but its impact can be felt in the Permian Basin area. As a community that thrives on the success of local events and tourism, the extravagant weddings of high-profile couples can serve as a model for what Odessa and Midland can offer to visitors. The fact that New York Mayor provided extra police and support for the wedding at Madison Square Garden highlights the economic benefits that such events can bring to a city. In Odessa, city officials and event planners can take note of the potential for hosting high-end weddings and events, and work to develop infrastructure and services that can attract similar events to the area, bringing in revenue and boosting local businesses. By doing so, Odessa can capitalize on its own unique charm and attractions to become a desirable destination for couples and event-goers alike.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Just to put it up front, like most 40-year-old-and-older heterosexual men, I am not a Taylor Swift fan. If she sang at my funeral, I would get up and leave.
I do not like her songs. But of the ones I have had to listen to, I like the fast ones the most because they end sooner.
However, I do admir...
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