COVID-19 County and State Case Totals Report
Ector County shows 16 397 total cases and 338 deaths while Midland County records 16 699 cases and 251 deaths Texas totals reach 2 699 083 cases with 45 411 deaths U S cases total 28 992 598 and 526 213 deaths For more details visit covidinthebasin com or the CDC site at tinyurl com tztrjlf
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By the Numbers COVID-19 Pfizer vaccines offered at MCH urgent care
Medical Center Hospital administers first dose Pfizer vaccines from 9:00 to 20:30 weekdays and 10:00 to 17:30 weekends at two Odessa locations 3001 JBS Parkway and 6030 W University Blvd. Open to walk ins with no charge while supplies last. Also ORMC vaccines at 520 E Sixth St with second-dose reminders for Ratliff first-dose recipients. Contact 432-582-8549 or visit Odessa Regional Medical Center vaccine pages.
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Battle of the Southwest tribute youth football tourney announced
Odessa will host a June 3 to 6 youth football tournament named Battle of the Southwest in honor of Kenny Taylor. Organizers say the event, announced at the MCM Eleganté Hotel Ballroom, will honor Kenny while supporting first responders. Proceeds benefit first responders and feature Chris Taylor as a organizer and motivator.
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Monahans Sandhills State Park Draws Spring Break Visitors
Monahans families seek affordable day trips as spring break kicks in with Sandhills State Park near Odessa fitting the bill. Open to the public, the park offers sand dunes, picnics, camping, and photo opportunities. Superintendent Alan Crowe notes many visitors, including photographers, enjoy sunrises and sunsets. Local resident Laura Navarrette calls it cheap entertainment for her kids amid ongoing pandemic concerns.
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Odessa Arts plans in person events and broadcasts in 2026
Odessa Arts outlines a June return to live music and expanded initiatives after a year of cancellations. Basin PBS will air Shakespeare plays on April 23 to mark the organization’s celebration of Shakespeare’s birthday, and June 4 launches Hot Summer Nights running through July 30 as in person shows resume.
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