City council weighs downtown property deals amid $31 million investment
Odessa city officials back a downtown project anchored by a hotel convention center and remodeled theater with over 31 million in public funds. They consider buying and tearing down select parcels to attract private redevelopment while aiming to keep core sites like 400 N Texas Ave and 221 E Fourth St in play for entertainment and growth.
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Five youths tied to weekend assault at Odessa YMCA Park
Odessa police investigate an aggravated assault reported Sunday at the Odessa Family YMCA Park near the track. A 27 year old says five black males, ages 16 to 19, surrounded him and fought him with a pellet gun, causing serious injuries before fleeing on foot southbound. Case No. 17-18621.
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Midland man dies in BI-20 crash near Odessa
DPS identifies Lance Brandon Lovelace 45 of Midland as motorcyclist killed last week when his 2002 Harley collided with a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado as it entered BI-20 near South County Road 1310. Ernesto Alvarez 27 of Odessa saw the motorcycle too late. he was uninjured and wearing a seatbelt.
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Texas officer pinned under SUV in deadly confrontation
In Waco a police officer was critically injured when an SUV struck and pinned him during a tactical stop linked to a search warrant. The driver was shot by the team and died at hospital. the officer remained in critical but stable condition after surgery. A drug enforcement unit was involved. motive for the warrant was not disclosed.
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Odessa Police report rise in canine parvovirus cases
Odessa Police Department warns of more Canine Parvovirus in Ector County due to heat and rain. The release details transmission risks and disinfection steps, urging vaccination, avoidance of sick dogs, and prompt veterinary care for symptoms. ASPCA guidance notes bleach cleaning, hand washing, and securing puppies.
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