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Odessa residents gathering along parade route to honor veterans during Saturday's Veterans Day parade

Veterans group prepares for Saturday parade

As dawn breaks over Odessa this Saturday, a palpable sense of pride and gratitude fills the air. Families gather along the parade route, children clutching miniature flags, while local veterans prepare to march with medals gleaming in the early morning sun. For many in the Permian Basin, this...

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Families enjoying Halloween festivities at Midland Downtown Farmers Market.

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Halloween comes to Midland Downtown Farmers Market

As the sun began to set over Midland, the air was filled with the sound of laughter and music, echoing through the Downtown Farmers Market. Children donned in vibrant costumes raced from stand to stand, their excitement palpable as they collected candy and treats. This festive scene, a blend of...

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Odessa Fire Chief John Alvarez introduces the Community Connect Safety Portal.

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Odessa Fire launches Community Connect Safety Portal for Residents and Businesses

On a sunny Tuesday morning in Odessa, the air buzzed with excitement as residents gathered at the local fire station for the unveiling of a new initiative aimed at enhancing community safety. Fire Chief John Alvarez stood before a crowd of eager faces, ready to introduce the Community Connect...

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