Odessa

If you've driven between Midland and Odessa, chances are you've seen "The Stragglers"—a massive bronze cowboy sculpture at UTPB. Here's the history behind this iconic West Texas tribute.

Lunch in Midland-Odessa just got interesting—turns out you can get a better, cheaper combo meal at Fuddruckers than McDonald's. Here’s what I found on a spontaneous trip to Music City Mall.

In the heart of Odessa, Texas, is an 8-foot-tall jackrabbit known as "Jack Ben Rabbit".  This was erected in 1962 by the then-president of the Odessa Chamber of Commerce, John Ben Shapard, and grew so popular that you see Odessa littered with jackrabbits all throughout the city. ...

Midland, Texas was caught off guard on May 31, 2024, when a powerful EF-2 tornado unexpectedly touched down, exposing the city’s lack of preparedness and prompting officials to improve emergency response plans.

Extreme heat in Odessa isn't just a Texas tale. Dive into the intense summer of 1994 and the community's brave response to 116-degree temperatures.

In 1961, Odessa High School senior Betty Williams was tragically killed by her ex-boyfriend, sparking national headlines. More than 60 years later, her ghost is said to still haunt the school’s auditorium, becoming part of local legend.

Speeding on the backroads of Midland-Odessa is a common—and dangerous—issue. With sparse patrol presence and long, empty stretches of road, drivers often exceed speed limits, forgetting that many of these roads run through residential areas. Efforts like Operation Cruise Control aim to combat this growing concern.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, but the celebration starts early in Odessa! The VFW Auxiliary 4372 invites the community to “Muffins With Moms” on Sunday, May 4th—a warm, family-friendly event honoring moms, grandmas, aunts, and all maternal figures with sweet treats and heartfelt activities.

The National Weather Service has issued a Dust Storm Warning for Midland/Odessa. Residents are urged to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and use caution if caught on the road. Safety first!

Odessa, Texas, faces a growing crisis with stray animals overwhelming the city. In 2023, over 2,600 strays were euthanized due to limited resources. Despite public support for no-kill shelters and ordinance changes, a long-term solution is still urgently needed.