Framing Her Future: 11th Grade Visual Artist Brielle Guerrero Outlines Her Dream of Becoming a Professional Painter

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Framing Her Future: 11th Grade Visual Artist Brielle Guerrero Outlines Her Dream of Becoming a Professional Painter 

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This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. Over the years, her dedication to art has continued to grow, leading her to explore a variety of artistic styles and mediums while earning recognition for her work. Danny Barrera has the story. 

Odessa, Texas/June 16, 2026-Brielle Guerrero began her journey in the visual arts at a very young age, spending countless hours sketching and doodling. As her artistic talents developed, she discovered a passion for painting, which allowed her to further express her creativity and imagination. 

(Brielle Guerrero, Painter/Visual Artist-11th Grader at OC Techs-ECISD/Odessa, Texas) 

“I just recently started painting. Like for my whole life I’ve always done like sketching, but I recently just wanted to do something different. And that’s when I started painting. And the cello painting was my, I think, third one.” 

As part of her achievement, one of Brielle’s original works of art was selected for display in the city of Fredericksburg, allowing her creativity and artistic skill to be viewed by a broader audience. Her participation in the prestigious VASE program, which stands for the Visual Arts Scholastic Event competition, reflects her dedication to the visual arts and supports her goal of one day being recognized as a professional artist. 

(Brielle Guerrero, Painter/Visual Artist-11th Grader at OC Techs-ECISD/Odessa, Texas) 

“That one is called stillness. In November, it’s what I named it. It was just a still life assignment that I did in class. Nobody finished theirs. I was the only one dedicated to it. But yeah, I think that one took me like three months to finish. Yeah.” 

Brielle’s painting titled CELLO combines the form of a woman and a cello into a single figure. The work confronts viewers with difficult subject matter related to sexual assault and violence, using artistic expression to raise awareness and inspire dialogue about the experiences of survivors. The piece demonstrates Brielle’s willingness to tackle complex social issues through her art while encouraging empathy and understanding. 

(Brielle Guerrero, Painter/Visual Artist-11th Grader at OC Techs-ECISD/Odessa, Texas) 

“The cello one. It’s about rape towards women and men. But mostly how? Because, as you can see, her body is like alternated into like a cello. And the hands are like playing her. Like that’s her hurting her, you know? And then, um, like, she’s not human anymore because her head, it was kind of like chopped off and then replaced with the head of the violin. And then like, she has stitches all over her body to look more like a violin. And she’s all, um, what do you call it? Handcuffed. So, it’s like, it’s kind of like what the male did to the women. And it’s like, in a way, it’s like, you shouldn’t be seeing that, you know, it’s not every day you see something like that because rape often happens in secret. So, and I just wanted to make awareness of that, you know?” 

Brielle’s passion for art is evident through her dedication to sketching, painting in a variety of mediums, and creating imaginative collages for class projects. Her talent and hard work have earned her numerous medals and ribbons, recognizing her artistic achievements and creativity.  

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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Holly Taylor Democratic Candidate Running for Texas Court of Criminal Appeals makes Campaign Stop in Odessa

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This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. Residents from the Democratic base in Odessa-Ector County gathered at Homemade Wines to hear from Texas Court of Criminal Appeals candidate Holly Taylor during a recent campaign stop in Odessa. Danny Barrera has the story. 

Odessa, Texas/June 11, 2026-During the Odessa event, attendees had the opportunity to meet Taylor, ask questions, and discuss issues impacting the criminal justice system ahead of the November election.  Local voters connected directly with the candidate seeking state office. 

(Holly Taylor, Democratic Candidate-Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 9) 

“I feel it’s really important to go to the counties and meet with people in their communities to hear their concerns. You can’t represent people that you’ve never met.” 

Holly Taylor, Democratic Candidate for Place 9 on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, spoke with supporters about the importance of the state’s highest criminal court, judicial independence, and her experience in criminal appellate law. Taylor previously served as a prosecutor, appellate attorney, and rules attorney for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.  

(Holly Taylor, Democratic Candidate-Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 9) 

“What I hear the most is that people are concerned about government corruption. I hear that from people in urban areas, people in rural areas, and they’re concerned about it at all levels of power. And that is one of the things that really resonates with me, because I have prosecuted government corruption in my job with the Travis County DA’s office. I’m a criminal defense attorney now, but I spent years over our public integrity unit there, and I understand their concerns. I think it’s really important that we have judges that are going to be independent. They’re going to stand up for the Constitution and the rule of law and not be subject to politics when they’re making those decisions, no matter how powerful the folks are who are charged with crimes.” 

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals is the state’s highest court for criminal cases, with judges elected statewide to six-year terms. For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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Inaugural Renaissance Faire 2026 Hosted by the VFW Post 4372

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Odessa, Texas/June 9, 2026-This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. The inaugural Renaissance Fair came to Odessa this past weekend. Franklin Garza has the story. 

(Franklin Garza, Reporting) 

From the heart of the Faire, where the clatter of swords meets the cheer of the crowd. Behind me, a brave young Squire in green is challenging a seasoned Knight in a thrilling display of Medieval combat.  

The family-friendly event offered a unique opportunity for the community to celebrate history, creativity, and imagination. Organizers were pleased with the turnout and enthusiasm shown by participants, many of whom embraced the theme by arriving in elaborate period attire. The fair also featured exciting sword-fighting demonstrations. Skilled reenactors showcased traditional combat techniques. 

(Kyler Rountree, Rapier Instructor-The Sword School and Fitness/Midland, Texas) 

“People are interested in historic martial arts and interested in history in general. We kind of cover both of those things.”  

(Kiefer Farrer, Beginner Long Sword Instructor-The Sword School and Fitness/Midland, Texas) 

“So, we just we go over historical manuals of battle fighting from 14, 15, 16 century, and then we teach that to students. So, if you like to read the books, you can most definitely read the books yourself. But we’ll also do that for you, and you can just learn the fun parts.” 

Organizers were pleased with the turnout and enthusiasm shown by participants, many of whom embraced the theme by arriving in elaborate period attire. 

(Travis Mccquorcodale, Event Coordinator-Inaugural Renaissance Faire 2026/Odessa, Texas) 

“I am so proud of Odessa for dressing up and coming out. More of Odessa has been wearing garb than some of the other Renaissance fairs I’ve been to. So, thank you guys for showing up and supporting us. Y’all have been doing fantastic and I love your outfits. It’s our inaugural event. We call it annual because we have that expectation and that push to keep it going every year” 

 The Renaissance Fair had a wide variety of entertainment for the entire family. Featuring Belly Dancing…A comedy Pirate Show…Camel and Pony rides and more. 

(Nat Snd/Music Bed) 

The Renaissance Fair featured two Authors: Brandon Thomason and Megan Blanchard; She is the owner and lead performer of Traveling Mermaid Productions. 

(Megan Blanchard, Author/Owner Lead Performer-Traveling Mermaid Productions) 

“So, this is one of two of my books that are currently out. This is The Lost Lionfish, and it’s a educational book about how lionfish are invasive in the Caribbean. And so, mermaid Meghan takes Ziggy on a journey to find his way home to the reef where he is supposed to be. This. The goal of our company was to bring whimsy and magic to conservation education. So, all of our performers bring a different aspect to our team, and therefore, we’re able to travel around the state and just create magic, create memories, and blend education with fun.” 

One of the main attractions of the Renaissance Fair was a battle demonstration by the Armored Combat Group. Spectators gathered to watch armored fighters clash in full medieval-style armor, showcasing the skill, strength, and tactics used in historical combat.  

(Nick Gonzales, Chapter President-Permian Basin Blood Axes/Odessa, Texas) 

“Everything is custom built to us and fitted for us. So, like his curous is fit for him. Give him maximum protection. If I wore it, it was still protect me, but not as well.” 

 (Franklin Garza, Reporting) 

We had a great time here at the Renaissance Fair. It was a fun time for Renaissance participants and families. I’m Franklin Garza for DRB Media Communications Digital News. 

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Blessing Bag Project at Medical Center Hospital for Patients with Food Insecurity

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This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. Medical Center Heath System and the West Texas Food Bank are helping MCH patients with proper nutrition. Danny Barrera has the story. 

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Odessa, Texas/May 31, 2026-Medical Center Health System recently introduced the Blessing Bag Project, which are bags of shelf-stable food given to hospitalized patients who have answered YES to food insecurity on SDOH Screening at the time of discharge. 

(Jorie Pearce, Case Management Nurse-Medical Center Hospital/Odessa, Texas) 

“We started tracking this as part of a Medicare requirement, and upon tracking it, we noticed that our food insecure patients were needing a little bit more help to aid in their recovery. So we started this project about a year ago, got approval with the hospital to start working on it, and started talking to the food bank about a possible partnership. A food bank agreed March twelfth. And then we got this project off the ground, had food bags delivered on April first, and were able to start delivering them to patients.” 

The goal of the Blessing Bag Project is to provide nourishment, support and hope to Medical Center Hospital patients as they begin the transition home. 

(Jorie Pearce, Case Management Nurse-Medical Center Hospital/Odessa, Texas) 

“We do the referral to the Navigate Forward program. That’s who’s supplying our Blessing bags and Navigate Forward program carries on from where we leave off. Once the patient is discharged, they get in touch with the patient and they help them with community resources.” 

(Analee Rodriguez, Case Management Nurse-Medical Center Hospital/Odessa, Texas) 

“We also provide them with a list of resources. It’s a flyer that goes in the blessing bag.” 

The Blessing Bag Project is a coordinated program with the West Texas Food Bank’s Navigate Forward program designed to help individuals and families move beyond immediate needs to long-term self–sufficiency. 

(Priscilla Rincon, NAVIGATE FORWARD PROGRAM Manager- West Texas Food Bank) 

“Our social service coordinators. We’ll go ahead and, um, do the intake with them. And then we’ll go ahead and guide them through the program. But the program does, does offer um resources. So, we’ll go ahead and help them find the resources to either do education if they’re needing educational needs or they’re needing, uh, job training, resume building. Um, and pretty much whatever it is that we can help our clients become self-sufficient.” 

(Brent Odden, Program Director-West Texas Food Bank) 

“So, the blessing bags that we provide for medical center hospital program, you know, it is an immediate assistance. So, they’re small bags and they have stuff in them that they can take home with them, and they can they can eat immediately. You know, we don’t know if somebody has a stove. We don’t know if they live in their car. We don’t know if they live in an apartment. So sometimes it’s easier if they can come shop for themselves for what they need, and then they can take it home and they can utilize it however they need.” 

To get connected, contact the West Texas Food Bank online or call 432-282-8551. For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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Middle of the World Ecuadorian Festival Celebration in Odessa, Texas

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This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. The much-anticipated Middle of the World an Ecuadorian Festival was recently held at the MCM Grande Hotel and Fundome. Danny Barrera has the story. 

Odessa, Texas/May 27, 2026-Organizers of the Middle of the World Ecuadorian Festival celebrated a successful community event that welcomed more than 200 people to enjoy a vibrant day of culture, food, and community connection. 

(Johana Zambrano, Ecuadorian Attorney/Event Organizer-Middle of the World, Ecuadorian Festival) 

“Apoyar el talento, apoyar a los artistas locales y por supuesto, mostrar un poquito de nuestra cultura, mostrar nuestra música, mostrar nuestra danza, que es bastante importante, ya que Ecuador también está presente en el Permian Basin.” 

The festival featured a wide variety of vendors offering everything from jewelry, cosmetics, and lotions to authentic Ecuadorian cuisine and desserts. Visitors had the opportunity to experience traditional flavors, shop local businesses, and learn more about Ecuadorian culture throughout the event. 

(Johana Zambrano, Ecuadorian Attorney/Event Organizer-Middle of the World, Ecuadorian Festival) 

‘Bueno, si hay más de diecisiete vendedores que ellos están con sus con sus emprendimientos, con sus negocios, para que podamos también apoyar a los a los negocios locales.” 

Odessa Mayor Cal Hendrick and Odessa City Councilman, District 3 Gilbert Vasquez were in attendance along with Chris Stanley, Ector County ISD School Board representative.  

(Cal Hendrick, Odessa Mayor-City of Odessa, Texas) 

“Odessa, like America, is a melting pot. We have people from all over the world that are in Odessa, and each one of them have a unique and distinct culture. And while we all want to celebrate, whether you’re a German, whether you’re Italian, whether you’re from England, whether you’re from Mexico, we all have our individual heritages. But it’s great to come together and share with one another things that are unique to your culture, whether it be food, whether it be, uh, dancing, whether it be some of the arts and crafts, and what’s that important really, because it brings everybody together.” 

During the Middle of the World Ecuadorian Festival the Consul General of Ecuador based in Houston-Luis Espinosa Salas was introduced to the attendees. 

(Luis Espinosa Salas, Consul General/Ambassador-Consul of Ecuador in Houston, Texas) 

“Sí, es súper importante porque tenemos gente que está muy capacitada. Ecuador es un país petrolero desde hace muchas décadas y tenemos gente que está muy preparada, profesionales que están acá aportando con el desarrollo de Odesa de esta zona de Texas y además el momento en que ellos no pierden el contacto con Ecuador, con sus raíces, también están aportando con sus familias que se quedaron en el país. Así que yo creo que es una experiencia de doble ganancia en los dos, en las dos comunidades.” 

The Middle of the World Ecuadorian Festival had an art competition that featured the art of an upcoming artist Bri Guerrero. Her art display-CELLO, an important but controversial piece of art was among several artists. A wide variety of entertainment that included Tai Kwon Do demonstration, a kids fashion show and dancing. The night’s festivities ended with a special concert featuring SAN ANDRES CUMBIA REGGAE STYLE that generated frenzied excitement. 

(San Andres Cumbia Reggae Style-Ecuadorian Cumbia Band/From Ecuador) 

“No pensamos que que iba a ser tan hermoso que realmente la la reacción de la gente iba a tener ese alcance. Eh, ¿Qué tal? Cómo pasaste vos? Felices. Nos llenamos y nos nutrimos mucho de su energía. La gente la gozó, hicieron el trencito. Realmente muchas gracias por todo a todos. Qué locura, ¿no? Un. Un trencito muy grande. En realidad. Estamos bastante felices. Impresionados de estar acá. Que lindo como la gente bailó con nuestra música, simplemente fascinados. Estamos súper contentos por lo que pasó. Esperamos volver pronto. Muchas gracias, mi gente de Odessa. Muchas gracias. Mi gente de Midland. Muchas gracias. Mi gente de Texas. Nosotros somos San Andrés. Cumbia, Cumbia, Cumbia Reggae Style.” 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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