Artist Mon G Deanda Exhibit Reception at Dessa College Cafe
A reception for artist Mon G Deanda is set for 6:30 PM on Thursday at Dessa College's WiFi Cyber Cafe to inaugurate the Memories and Happy Moments exhibit. The show runs February at the cafe weekdays with morning to evening hours finalizing in a February display. Call Daiken Akawa at 335 6358 for details.
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Mon G. Deanda
Dessa College
Daikenakawa
Odessa
Hearts Hope and Honky Tonk fundraiser for cancer
The American Cancer Society hosts Hearts Hope and Honky Tonk at the MCM Grand Hotel Fun-Dome on February 14, featuring Jody Nix and Texas Cowboys. A buffet, dancing, and silent auction accompany the event with tickets priced at 30 dollars per person and 50 dollars per couple.
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American Cancer Society
Mcm Grand Hotel
Jody Nix
Texas Cowboys
Pererson
Cancer
Medication Take Back Event in Midland Park Church
A medication take back event runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Fairmont Park Church of Christ in Midland. Meds must be in original containers with identification removed. containers recycled by Keep Midland Beautiful. Organizers include Midland Police, United Way of Midland, Fairmont Park Church, Midland Memorial Hospital, and Palmer Drug Abuse Program. For questions contact Kim Henderson at 432-685-3645 or 432-770-3080.
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Kim Hendern
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Game day snacks that fit New Year’s resolutions
A brief note on smart Super Bowl style snacks that satisfy cravings while causing less impact on New Year’s resolutions, with more tips found on the Food page.
Texas redistricting case heats up in federal court
Three federal judges showed skepticism as Texas argues the new maps maximize Republican influence. The DOJ and minority groups contend the 2011 redraws dilute minority votes, violating the Voting Rights Act by requiring preclearance. Texas gains four congressional seats after 2010 census adjustments, heightening stakes in debates over lines. John Hughes urged the maps were drawn to favor partisans.
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Texas
U.S. Justice Department
Justice Department
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Education Frustration Photos by Albert Cesare Odessa
Odessa American photo feature by Albert Cesare examines education challenges and community impact. Portraits and scenes illustrate teacher shortages, crowded classrooms, and student resilience, highlighting local schools and efforts to improve learning conditions during tough times.
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Albert Cesare
Odessa
Teachers Rally Outside ECISD Administration Office
Teachers in the Ector County Independent School District gathered in front of district offices Tuesday starting at 4 30 p m to share concerns. By 5 p m ECISD communications director Mike Adkins and fine arts director Shawn Bell invited the group inside to convey issues directly. Media was excluded to avoid turning the meeting into a spectacle.
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Michael Adkins
ECISD
Adkins
Ector County Independent School
Mike Adkins
Shawn Bell
BALLY
Caleb Leverett
Teri Cowan
Leverett
Backpacks donated to ECISD homeless students
Feed the Children and the National Association of Education Homeless Children and Youth donated 960 backpacks with essentials to Ector County Independent School District. Scott Randolph of the ECISD community outreach center noted more than 800 district students are homeless. Backpacks include toothpaste shampoo combs and school supplies.
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Odessa
National Association of Education Homeless Children and Youth
Ector County Independent
Scott Randolph
ECISD
Randolph
Kimberly Jennings
National Association of Education
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