Month: October 2024

0:01 / 2:02 ECISD Board of Trustees Interview 4 Firms for a Job to Search for New Superintendent

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Odessa, Texas/October 12, 2024-The Ector County ISD Board of Trustees held a special board meeting on Thursday, October 10th to hear from 4 firms specializing in searching and acquiring new superintendents for school districts. 

(Christopher Stanley, School Board President-Ector County ISD/Odessa, Texas) 

The 4 firms HYA Corporation, JG Consulting, Texas Association of School Boards and Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C. perform a statewide and a nationwide search for qualified candidates for ECISD Superintendent. 

(Christopher Stanley, School Board President-Ector County ISD/Odessa, Texas) 

The ECISD School Board was impressed with each of the firms’ presentations. The school board is now tasked with choosing the best firm that will be the most effective for the school district. 

(Christopher Stanley, School Board President-Ector County ISD/Odessa, Texas) 

The Ector County ISD school board will decide at the next school board meeting on October 15th, which firs will represent Ector County ISD in finding a new superintendent. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Celebrating 40th Anniversary

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Odessa, Texas/October 11, 2024-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin celebrated their 40th Anniversary and the 34th Annual Ebony Bar Awards. Members of the Black Chamber along with Odessa College, UTPB, The Odessa Chamber of Commerce, local businesses and other institutions joined the special celebration. 

(Chris E. Walker, CEO/President-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

This year the Ebony Bar Awards were presented to black medical professionals that have been trailblazers in our community and who have made a major impact keeping residents of Odessa and Ector County healthy. 

(Chris E. Walker, CEO/President-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin introduced guest speaker Dr. Jacobi Cleaver, OD, a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, Chief Program Officer-Black Eyecare Perspective, gave a lighthearted presentation on the importance of eyecare. 

(Dr. Jacobi Cleaver, OD, FAAO Optometrist, Chief Program Officer-Black Eyecare Perspective) 

Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce on social media for upcoming events and membership opportunities. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

  

Odessa College Celebrates Record Enrollment with $10,000 Giveaway

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Odessa, Texas/October 8, 2024-Odessa College recently announced that the fall enrollment is approaching the milestone of 10 thousand students. Odessa College, in partnership with the Sewell Family of Companies, will be giving away $10,000 to one lucky enrolled student. 

(Gregory Williams, College President-Odessa College/Odessa, Texas) 

The Fall 2 term begins October 16th, and as part of this celebration, on October 24th, OC will select 10 finalists from the pool of 10 thousand students. 

(Gregory Williams, College President-Odessa College/Odessa, Texas) 

Sewell Ford Family of Companies has been in a long-time partnership with 

 Odessa College to advance educational and workforce opportunities. 

(Gregory Williams, College President-Odessa College/Odessa, Texas) 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Mary Ellis Receives an Air & Heating System from the Lennox Foundation-Feel the Love Program

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Odessa, Texas/October 8, 2024-Mega Care Solutions Air Conditioning and Heating Services in partnership with the Lennox Foundation-FEEL THE LOVE Program provides a cooling and heating system to a household in need. 

(Toby Franco, Owner-Operator-Mega Care Solutions/Odessa, Texas) 

Mary Ellis, also known as ‘Miss Mary’ was selected to receive an air conditioning and heating system from the Lennox Foundation’s FEEL THE LOVE program. Mary Ellis organized yearly fashion shows hosted by Odessa College to raise funds for nonprofit organizations to help with breast cancer awareness. 

(Mary Ellis Henderson, Homeowner-Recipient of the Lennox Foundations “FEEL THE LOVE” Program) 

Mary Ellis went through heart surgery; she experienced other health issues that caused her to lose her fashion store Mary’s Fashions and her income. 

(Mary Ellis Henderson, Homeowner-Recipient of the Lennox Foundations “FEEL THE LOVE” Program) 

The Lennox Foundation “FEEL THE LOVE” Program provided the new high-efficiency Lennox air conditioning and heating system at no cost to the recipient. Mega Care Solutions Air Conditioning & Heating Services provided the labor and installation of the equipment. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

 

 

 

Nayely Urias, Candidate for Odessa City Council District 2 Holds Meet & Greet Event

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Odessa, Texas/October 7, 2025-Nayely Urias, a candidate for Odessa City Council, District 2 held a meet and greet and fundraising event hosted by Jack Jordan’s Bar-B-Que. Members of the local Republican Party and guests came out to support the District 2 Candidate. 

(Nayely Urias, Candidate For Odessa City Council, District 2) 

Critics have pointed out the Ms. Urias has never voted in any local election or participated in any political campaign. Candidate Nayely Urias explains why she never participated in the election process. 

(Nayely Urias, Candidate for Odessa City Council, District 2) 

Nayely Urias is running against Steve Thompson, the incumbent for Odessa City Council, District 2. 

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Ector County Republican Party Holds First Responder Pancake Breakfas

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The Ector County Republican Party under the leadership of Party Chair, Donna Kelm held a pancake breakfast at the ECRP Headquarters for 1st Responders that included the Ector County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety and other local law enforcement agencies. 

(Donna Kelm, Party Chair-Ector County Republican Party/Odessa, Texas) 

Candidates and incumbents running for Odessa City Council were at the 1st Responder Breakfast helping with cooking and serving duties and meeting guests. 

(Donna Kelm, Party Chair-Ector County Republican Party/Odessa, Texas) 

Local law enforcement relies on the support and help from citizens and residents of West Texas and the Permian Basin. 

(Mike Griffis, Ector County Sheriff-Ector County Sheriff’s Office/Odessa, Texas) 

Follow the Ector County Republican Party on Facebook and other social media platforms for upcoming political or social events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.