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Texas prisons and jails are recruiting more teenagers to shore up guard shortage
Two counties house training programs in local high schools as officials pitch corrections jobs as gateways to criminal ...
Odessa man arrested after standing on roof for hours, causing damage
The Odessa Police Department arrested a male individual Tuesday, after the subject reportedly got on to a business’s roof and ...
Firefighter, 22, one of two Texas Tech students killed in crash with semi
MARTIN COUNTY, Texas (KVII) — A Paducah, Texas, firefighter was one of two people killed in a crash with a semitruck. Jack ...
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Fundraiser planned for Texas DPS Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez after accident
A community fundraiser is planned for Texas DPS Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez, who is in critical condition after being ...
City of Odessa discuss potential tax rate changes at special meeting
City officials plan on establishing a property tax decrease, despite what legal language says on official agenda.
HIGHLIGHTS: Odessa vs. Lubbock Monterey
Quarterback Mikey Cota threw for 482 yards and seven touchdowns in Odessa’s 57-49 win over Lubbock Monterey. Cota also rushed ...
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$260K grant to Salvation Army boosts support for homeless veterans in Midland-Odessa
A $260,000 grant to the Salvation Army of Midland-Odessa will provide additional support and resources for homeless veterans.
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Chevron, Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation team up to distribute grants in West Texas
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Lane closures expected along North Dixie Blvd
The right-hand lane closure will be in place for southbound traffic along Dixie with a shoulder closure along East 43rd St., ...