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Hey hey Odessa! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Odessa native turns workplace bullying into a new inclusion-focused startup
  • How Odessa detectives unraveled a multimillion-dollar copper theft ring
  • Why a grieving mom will headline Odessa's 2027 Go Red event

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Very warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 88, low: 67.
  • Sunday: Windy and warm with sunshine, with a high of 89 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Odessa native launches business to promote disability inclusion (firstalert7.com) — Odessa native Chad Gray has returned home to launch STAIE, a new business aimed at helping people with disabilities be recognized for their abilities rather than labels. After losing a job in Colorado, he's building programs, fundraising locally, and partnering with groups like Spectrum of Solutions to promote inclusion, employment opportunities, and greater independence for people with disabilities.
   

• Court documents reveal new details in large West Texas burglary operation (newswest9.com) — Odessa police have uncovered new details in a large burglary ring that allegedly stole more than $3 million in supplies from businesses across West Texas, including Ector County. Court affidavits describe how suspects used stolen trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment, with several men now charged after copper wire and other property were recovered. The investigation ties Odessa locations to thefts from multiple nearby counties.
   

• Heart mom who turned loss into purpose to lead Permian Basin Go Red for Women (heart.org) — A Midland mother who lost her daughter to a congenital heart defect will lead the 2027 Permian Basin Go Red for Women campaign, culminating in a major event at the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. She'll use her story to encourage women across Odessa and the region to prioritize heart health, know their risk factors, and seek support. Locals can sponsor or reserve tables now for the spring 2027 gathering.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My dogs got out off 42nd and tanglewood tonight around 9pm.
    Please help me find them. Nala and Tazdan! Nala has a pink collar. (Nextdoor Locust Ave)
  • If anyone sees this cat please let me know.
    I'm not sure how she would have even gotten outside. She just got spayed a few days ago so she is shaved. She is a dilute calico with a bobtail… (Nextdoor E 67th St - E 63rd St)
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Merchandise and Stocking Associate in Odessa. Apply here.
  • Nabors Industries, Ltd. posted a job opening for Supply Chain Clerk I- ODESSA, TX in Odessa. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Odessa here.

🗞 Nearby News

Midland

  • Ector County puts $800K toward community center, park improvements amid population growth (newswest9.com)

Big Spring

  • Richie Splitt takes over as CEO of The Beacon (mrt.com)
  • Ryan Branco powers Midland Christian into district play (mrt.com)
  • 1 Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash at FM 1787 and FM 1788 in Midland (joelagordon.com)

Ok Odessa! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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