Safe zones and traffic enforcement in Odessa this week
Odessa Police Department outlines safe zones for the week including the intersection of JBS Parkway and Business 20 overpass and the 100 to 600 blocks of West 42nd Street, along with 2700 to 4200 blocks of JBS Parkway. Traffic units will enforce laws with focus on red lights speed and school zones.
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Early voting for ECISD and Odessa College boards continues
Voters may cast ballots today and Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Ector County Annex, 1010 East Eighth Street, for four ECISD board seats and two Odessa College trustees. On election day May 11, polls open at 7:30 a.m. Visit the county elections site for details.
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Blue jeans BBQ and ballet at Yucca Theatre celebration
Midland Festival Ballet marks its 20th anniversary with a dance evening at Yucca Theatre 208 N Colorado St at 6 pm Tuesday. CBS 7 anchor Jay Hendricks hosts performances by alumni and current company members, plus jazz, auctions, and catered dinner. Proceeds support the ballet. call 432 686 0071 or visit the website for tickets.
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Longtime educator LaRue Moore to retire again in May
Former Permian English teacher and current St. John’s Episcopal School head LaRue Moore plans a second retirement after 13 years at the school. Former students and families praise her warmth, wisdom, and lifelong impact, noting her grandmotherly care and dedication to developing good citizens and teachers. The piece hints at more on Page 3A.
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LULAC Fiesta Mixer and Student Fiesta at Local Venues
Three community events listed for this week include a Delicioso More Events LULAC Fiesta Mixer from 5 to 8 PM at Salon 2020 1023 S Grant Ave UTPB Student Fiesta at Tequila Tony's 3101 E University Blvd starting 12 PM Tuesday and Fiesta de Cinco Cinco at Mi Casa Restaurant 1601 West County Road from 6 to 8 PM Wednesday with details for attendees.
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West Texans celebrate Cinco de Mayo festival growth
More than 20 000 people attended Fiesta West Texas over the weekend as the event teamed with Hispanic Heritage group and LULAC for Cinco de Mayo activities and the annual parade. Organizer Richard Esparza praised the collaboration and noted rising regional attendance with the economy, while Anabel Spencer highlighted social media's role in engagement.
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Nurses the quiet heroes deserving recognition
The piece lauds nurses as selfless real life heroes beyond caped figures. It notes over 3 million nurses in the United States and highlights their global presence from West Texas to Canada and the Philippines. Nurses Week runs May 6 to May 12 to honor diverse specialties that impact patient care.
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