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IDEA Public Schools offers free summer meals at both locations
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Lidianna Reyes , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The program is available to kids 18 years old and younger.
In Odessa , Texas, IDEA Public Schools is providing free meals for children during the summer. The program is available to kids 18 years old and younger. The free meals include breakfast and lunch, and will be offered at two locations.
Further details about the program can be found through IDEA Public Schools. The summer meal program runs from May 29th to July 21st, offering a resource for local families during this time. For more information, readers can contact IDEA Public Schools directly.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) ·
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What is this story about? In Odessa, Texas, IDEA Public Schools is providing free meals for children during the summer. The program is available to kids 18 years old and younger. The free meals include breakfast and lunch…
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