Odessa

New West Odessa Middle School to Open Fall 2026
New West Odessa Middle School to Open Fall 2026
New West Odessa Middle School to Open Fall 2026
West Odessa is getting its first new middle school in over 40 years. The project, part of ECISD's 2023 bond initiative, aims to ease overcrowding and bring educational growth to the area. Set to open in 2026, the school marks a major milestone for the community.
Explore Odessa’s 63,000-Year-Old Meteor Crater
Explore Odessa’s 63,000-Year-Old Meteor Crater
Explore Odessa’s 63,000-Year-Old Meteor Crater
If you’ve ever driven southwest of Odessa, Texas, you may have passed by one of the most fascinating natural landmarks in the Permian Basin: the Odessa Meteor Crater. Estimated to be over 63,000 years old, this site marks the impact of a meteor that left a lasting impression—literally. Now home to a museum and self-guided trail, the crater has become both a scientific point of interest and a roadside attraction worth exploring.
Odessa’s Globe Theater Brings London to West Texas
Odessa’s Globe Theater Brings London to West Texas
Odessa’s Globe Theater Brings London to West Texas
The Globe Theater in Odessa, Texas, known as the Globe of the Great Southwest, is a faithful replica of Shakespeare’s iconic London playhouse. Born from a high school classroom idea, this unique venue now hosts performances that connect West Texas with timeless theatrical tradition.
The Story Behind Giant Jackrabbit In Odessa, Texas
The Story Behind Giant Jackrabbit In Odessa, Texas
The Story Behind Giant Jackrabbit In Odessa, Texas
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. ...
Speeding Backroads Pose Danger in Midland-Odessa
Speeding Backroads Pose Danger in Midland-Odessa
Speeding Backroads Pose Danger in Midland-Odessa
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.
Celebrate Moms Early With Muffins and Fun!
Celebrate Moms Early With Muffins and Fun!
Celebrate Moms Early With Muffins and Fun!
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.

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