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OPD Back to School Block Party coming up
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· July 10, 2026
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Key points Attendees can expect games, prizes, and free backpacks with school supplies for the first 500 students. The Odessa Police Department is hosting its annual Back to School Block Party.
The Odessa Police Department is hosting its annual Back to School Block Party. The event will take place at the Ector County Coliseum on a Saturday.
Attendees can expect games, prizes, and free backpacks with school supplies for the first 500 students. Specialized units from the police department will be present, and there will be activities such as water slide jumpers.
Food and drinks will be provided, including hot dogs, cotton candy, and popcorn. For more information, readers can refer to the original announcement from the Odessa American.
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Category: safety Published: July 10, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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