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"This is a dream come true, and I'm honored to represent our community on the world stage," said Odessa PD Captain Caleb Lacey.

Concerns over a lack of interest in replacing outgoing Odessa Mayor Gerry Messmer have been dispelled, as four candidates ...

Thursday night will be a "Blue Out" as UT Tyler basketball is hosting "Pack the House" at the Herrington Patriot Center.

An Odessa man was arrested earlier this week after investigators said he tried to solicit a minor for sex during an ...

In a news release Wednesday, the college said Coach Abolanle "Bondie" Onipede accepted the position as head coach of the ...

In a unanimous vote at Tuesday’s Commissioner’s Court meeting, the creation of an emergency service district will be featured ...

About 17 Odessa High School students hope to be playing their way to victory at the UIL Mariachi Competition in Seguin Feb. 20-22. The OHS group will perform at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 21. Isaias Pena, a ...

ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department (OPD) wants to remind motorist of an illegal left turn. According to the ...

The No. 16-ranked Odessa College women's basketball team overcame a slow start as the team defeated Frank Phillips College 70-47 Monday at the OC Sports Center. Defeating the Lady Plainsmen for a ...

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