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Texas Senator Joan Huffman and a Candidate for Attorney General of Texas Visits Odessa
10/14/2025

Texas Senator Joan Huffman and a Candidate for Attorney General of Texas Visits Odessa

Tiki Davis Now at Odessa College
10/11/2025

Tiki Davis Now at Odessa College

10/11/2025

The Odessa Police Department is currently investigating a crash in the 2400 block of N. County Rd. West. Both northbound and southbound lanes (just south of University) are currently shut down. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternative routes until further advised.

TxDot Walking Billboard Drive Safe Campaign
10/11/2025

TxDot Walking Billboard Drive Safe Campaign

We’d love for you to join us for the BCCPB Annual Fall Cleanup, a hands-on day of service where we come together to clea...
10/10/2025

We’d love for you to join us for the BCCPB Annual Fall Cleanup, a hands-on day of service where we come together to clean up and take care of our local spaces.

When: Saturday, October 18 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Woodson Boys & Girls Club

Whether you RSVP ahead of time or decide to drop by that morning, you’re welcome to be part of it. We’ll have supplies and lunch ready, and community service hours are available for those who need them.

You can RSVP at:
https://www.odessablackchamber.com/event-list

While you're on the site, be sure to check out our monthly calendar for more upcoming events and opportunities and if you haven’t already, consider joining the BCCPB to stay connected year-round.

We hope to see you there!

Chalk the Block returns to downtown for encore presentationThe second-annual Chalk the Block celebration is set for Oct....
10/10/2025

Chalk the Block returns to downtown for encore presentation
The second-annual Chalk the Block celebration is set for Oct. 18, 2025, at Centennial Park in downtown Midland.
The event is set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and allows Midlanders of all ages to tap into their creative side and transform the sidewalks and streets around the park into vibrant works of art.
This family-friendly event features artistic activities, live entertainment, nine different food trucks and a chance to connect with the community with 15 organizations and 18 businesses scheduled to attend.
Chalk the Block also is where the experts will be complete for bragging rights. This year, 22 artists have signed up for the pro competition, and 14 students have signed up for the high school competition. Can’t make it to Chalk the Block? We will provide an opportunity to vote for your favorite online. Follow the City of Midland on Facebook and Instagram to find out how you can help select the “people’s choice” winner.
Last year’s professional contest winner Anna Lien was selected as this year’s featured artist and face painter. Lien was selected to paint a west-facing wall at City Hall because of her victory in 2024.
ConocoPhillips and Diamondback are again generously sponsoring Chalk the Block. The City of Midland now calls on the community to help us celebrate again with color and creativity. We’ll supply the chalk; you supply the imagination and walk away with a memory.
Online: www.midlandtexas.gov/1301/Chalk-the-Block

Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation ProjectThis incredible drone footage offers a bird’s-eye view of the progress being...
10/09/2025

Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project
This incredible drone footage offers a bird’s-eye view of the progress being made on the City of Odessa’s Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project.
Utilities Director Alex Rowlett says the project is now in the “home stretch” toward completion. Council Member Steve Thompson shared that in the past, the water treatment plant was in serious disrepair — cracks in the concrete, water leaks, and near failures during the February 2021 freeze.
Today, the improvements are making a major difference. Rowlett highlighted some of the most significant results:
Increased water production and supply capacity from 40 million to 55 million gallons per day
Upgraded a 20-million-gallon-per-day settling basin
Renovated and upgraded the entire filter complex with newer technologies, giving added reliability for years to come
Improved hydraulic piping infrastructure, replaced all electrical systems, and replaced entire chemical storage and delivery systems within the plant
Completed a full SCADA system overhaul
Miscellaneous structural improvements
The project is expected to be completed in 2026. We’ll continue to keep you updated!

National Night Out 2025
10/09/2025

National Night Out 2025

On 10-6-25 at approximately 4:43pm, OPD responded to the 3600 block of East IH-20 in reference to a crash. Investigation...
10/07/2025

On 10-6-25 at approximately 4:43pm, OPD responded to the 3600 block of East IH-20 in reference to a crash. Investigation revealed that a white Chevrolet Silverado, being operated by a 23-year-old male, was traveling eastbound on IH-20 and failed to control speed before striking a water barrier. The impact caused the Silverado to roll over on its side. There were no reports of any injuries, and the driver was cited for Fail to Control Speed.

On 10-6-25 at approximately 5:25pm, OPD responded to the 2900 block of East IH-20 in reference to a crash. Investigation revealed that a red Toyota Camry, being operated by a 27-year-old male, was traveling westbound on IH-20 and stopped due to traffic backing up. A white Chevrolet 2500, being operated by a 22-year-old male, was traveling westbound on IH-20 and struck the Toyota Camry from behind. There were no reports of any injuries, and the driver of the Chevrolet was cited for Fail to Control Speed.

On 10-6-25 at approximately 5:41pm, OPD responded to the 800 block of West IH-20 in reference to a crash. Investigation revealed that a white Ford F-250, being operated by a 34-year-old male, was traveling eastbound on IH-20. A silver Chevrolet Traverse, being operated by a 39-year-old female, was traveling eastbound on IH-20, directly behind the F-250. A black Chevrolet Silverado, being operated by a 27-year-old male, was traveling eastbound on IH-20, directly behind the Traverse. A red Peterbilt 18-wheeler was traveling eastbound on IH-20, directly behind the Silverado.

Investigation revealed that the driver of the 18-wheeler failed to control speed and struck the back of the Silverado, causing the Silverado to strike the back of the Traverse, causing the Traverse to strike the back of the F-250. The driver of the Silverado and driver of the Traverse were both transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There were no reports of any other injuries. The driver of the 18-wheeler was cited for Fail to Control Speed.

On 10-6-25 at approximately 6:04pm, OPD responded to the 800 block of East IH-20 in reference to a crash. Investigation revealed that a white Chevrolet Silverado, being operated by a 27-year-old female, was traveling eastbound on IH-20. A gray Hyundai Elantra, being operated by a 23-year-old female, was traveling eastbound on IH-20, directly behind the Silverado.

A white Ford F-250, being operated by a 30-year-old male, was towing a trailer and traveling eastbound on IH-20, directly behind the Elantra. Investigation revealed that the driver of the F-250 failed to control speed and struck the back of the Elantra, causing the Elantra to strike the back of the Silverado. The driver of the Elantra was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There were no reports of any other injuries. The driver of the F-250 was cited for Fail to Control Speed.

Join us for the Odel Crawford Black Chamber of Commerce Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament on Saturday, November 29, 20...
10/07/2025

Join us for the Odel Crawford Black Chamber of Commerce Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 12:00 PM at the Woodson Boys & Girls Club, 1037 E. Murphy St., Odessa, TX.

Team Entry: $40 per team ($20 per player)
Bracket Sponsor: $300 (includes team entry and shirts)
Event Sponsor: $600 (includes two teams, shirts, and custom dominoes used in finals; name on banners and brackets)

A Collapsible BBQ Pit Raffle will also take place. Tickets are $10 each, with the drawing on event day.

Proceeds benefit our 501(c)(3) charitable programs.

For registration or sponsorship details, contact:

Ed Price | 432-631-8483 | [email protected]

Kaleigh | 972-765-8635

Payments can be made via CashApp: $bccpb.

Bentwood shooting from Sept. 28-Oct. 7 Update: The victim – Adolfo “Isai” Gonzalez succumbed to his injury on Monday (Oc...
10/07/2025

Bentwood shooting from Sept. 28-Oct. 7 Update: The victim – Adolfo “Isai” Gonzalez succumbed to his injury on Monday (Oct. 6, 2025). The incident type has been changed to “murder.”
If anyone has information on this case, please contact the Midland Police Department at 432-685-7108.
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At 3:22 a.m. on Sunday (Sept. 28, 2025), Midland Police and Fire responded to a reported shooting in the 300 block of South Bentwood.
Midland Police reported that the preliminary investigation revealed a disturbance erupted in the backyard during a large party, and the victim was shot one time. The 18-year-old was subsequently transported to Midland Memorial and transferred to Lubbock in critical condition.
MPD also reported that the suspect fled the scene and is not in custody at this time. The investigation continues.

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin -35th Annual Ebony Bar Awards
10/07/2025

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin -35th Annual Ebony Bar Awards

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