GOOD NEWS: Bronchos places in the state competition

The Odessa High School Bronchos placed fifth and received first place in division 5 at the state competition during the Jan. 27 weekend. From left: Gabriel Garcia, director OHS Mariachi Broncho; Jose Madrid, Ector Junior High School Mariachi instructor; Tony Parris, Ector’s principal; and Rosendo Ramos, Ector’s guitar/mariachi instructor. At left, Odessa High School Mariachi Broncho’s Trophy for Division 1 Conference AAAAA Mariachi 2012 Champs. At right, MASBA (Mexican Americian School Board Association) Texas High School Mariachi West Texas Competition presented to Ector Junior High and Odessa High School for hosting the event.