Fire marshal says career was rewarding
As Fire Marshal Al Mata readies for retirement after four decades of service to the city, he leaves behind a legacy of service and...
Carnegie Hall Send-Off free concert
Rea Charitable Trust has scheduled a “Carnegie Hall Send-Off" concert by The University of Texas of the Permian Basin Choir from 7 p.m. to...
GOOD NEWS: Oil changes for survivors
The Crisis Center of West Texas clients received free oil changes, general car care tips, basic maintenance, and a roadside tool kit, courtesy of...
OHS fundraiser is today
Texas to GoThe Odessa High School Orchestra has scheduled a fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at True Texas BBQ, 2501 W....
Go Red Looks for Funds
Permian Basin Go RedThe American Heart Association has scheduled its annual Go Red for Women Luncheon to raise funds for cardiovascular disease and stroke...
ECISD board approves agreement with nonprofit to operate Ector Middle School
After a rollercoaster day, the Ector County Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved an agreement between the district and Ector Success Academy...
Weekend was deadly on Odessa roads
UPDATE 5:17 p.m.: A previous version of the story reversed two street names. The story has been corrected. The roadways turned deadly during the...
Five things you need to know today, April 30
Take a look at the news in and around Odessa on Monday, April 30. Find complete local news coverage in the Odessa American every...
Home Hospice’s butterfly release honors loved ones
On Saturday in the afternoon sun, in a warm garden outside the theater, every wing could have carried a memory.Hundreds of butterflies were released...