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Tiki Davis Now at Odessa College

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This is DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS. Odessan Tiki Davis — award-winning entrepreneur, successful businessman, and author — is now part of the Odessa College staff. We had the opportunity to talk with Tiki about this new chapter in his journey. Here’s that interview. 

(Tiki Davis, Director of Alumni Athletics Engagement-Odessa College/Odessa, Texas) 

For more information contact Tiki Davis at the Advancement Office at Odessa College. Follow us on Facebook, X Formally Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and visit us online at DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS dot TV. I’m David Gomez. Thanks for watching. 

National Night Out 2025

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Odessa, Texas/October 9, 2025-On Tuesday, October 7th, the Odessa Police Department, Odessa Fire Rescue, and the Ector County Sheriff’s Office visited more than a dozen locations across the City of Odessa — including a downtown nonprofit and several places of worship — as part of the annual National Night Out event. 

(Clara Pride, Community Relations Director-Basin Lighthouse/Odessa, Texas) 

Families attending Iglesia De Amor were excited to celebrate the church’s third year participating in National Night Out. The pastors say the annual event is a meaningful way to bring the neighborhood together for fellowship while helping to build stronger connections between residents, law enforcement, and first responders. 

(Lizbeth García Bonilla, Pastor-Iglesia De Amor-Odessa, Texas) 

(Guadalupe García, Pastor-Iglesia De Amor-Odessa, Texas) 

Visitors at National Night Out locations had the chance to sample a wide variety of eats and treats, support local vendors, and get an up-close look at first responder vehicles. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

 

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

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Odessa, Texas/October 7, 2025-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Held their 35th Annual Ebony Bar Awards. Danny Barrera has the story. 

The MCM Grande Hotel and Fun dome recently hosted the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin and the 35th Annual Ebony Bar Awards. This year, local entrepreneurs were honored for their contributions to the Odessa economy. 

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

Several nonprofit organizations, Medical and scholastic institutions and local businesses participated in the special event. Representatives from the city of Odessa and Ector County came out in support of the recipients receiving the Ebony Bar Awards. 

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

The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin’s Ebony Bar Awards featured keynote speaker, JarJa Phillips, Vice President of Human Resources at Khol’s Department Stores. 

(JarJa “JP” Phillips, VP-Human Resources-Khol’s Department Stores) 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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Sister City Showdown Challenge hosted by URBAN AIR in Music City Mall

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Odessa, Texas/October 1, 2025-This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. Urban Air indoor park at Music City Mall recently hosted a very special event for Special Olympics Texas. Danny Barrera has the story. 

Urban Air inside Music City Mall hosted the Sister City Showdown Challenge, where governmental bodies and departments from Odessa and Midland — including the Fire and Police Departments — competed in support of Special Olympics. 

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

(Lori Blong, Midland Mayor-City of Midland) 

The Sister City Showdown raised funds to support Special Olympics Texas and its upcoming State Fall Classic, where nearly 1,200 athletes from across the state will compete. 

(Jeremy Dela O, Jr., Director of Health Programs and Services-Special Olympics Texas) 

As part of the State Fall Classic, Urban Air will close its doors on October 2nd to welcome Special Olympics athletes for registration and a fun-filled day at the indoor park. 

(Ginamarie Soto, Urban Air & Little Gym Odessa) 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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West Texas Food Bank Odessa Campus Special Legislative Staffers Luncheon

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Legislative staffers came to the West Texas Food Bank, Odessa Campus for a special luncheon and to hear a presentation from Dr. Ray Perryman on the economy, economic impact of oil and gas and food insecurity. 

(Libby Stephens, Executive Director-West Texas Food Bank) 

Dr. Ray Perryman, President and CEO of the Perryman Group, an economic research organization presented to the Legislative staffers the economic impact of hunger on job performance, income, education, quality of life and other issue related to food insecurity. 

(Dr. Ray Perryman, President/CEO-The Perryman Group) 

Legislative staffers took a tour of the West Texas Food Bank Odessa Campus and performed some volunteer work. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Odessa Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet & Awards Dinner 2025

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Odessa, Texas/September 21, 2025-This is DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS. The Odessa Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Banquet and Awards Dinner. Danny Barrera has the story. 

This year’s theme, “Fueling the Future,” sets the stage for the Annual Banquet and Awards Dinner, an evening dedicated to recognizing volunteers and honoring individuals who have made a lasting impact on the economic development of Odessa. 

(Renee Earls, President/CEO-Odessa Chamber of Commerce/Odessa, Texas) 

The Odessa Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome special guest Ross Perot, Jr., Chairman of the Board of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Perot will share a powerful message on the importance of Chambers of Commerce and their economic impact in communities across the nation. 

(Renee Earls, President/CEO-Odessa Chamber of Commerce/Odessa, Texas) 

Mr. Perot, Jr.’s vision and commitment to economic growth strongly align with the Odessa community’s drive to innovate and expand. 

(Ross Perot, Jr., Chairman of the Board-U.S. Chairman of Commerce) 

Mr. Ross Perot, Jr. stated that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce strongly supports the oil and gas industry. He added that the Chamber will soon participate in a U.S.–Mexico summit to address critical issues and advocate for the advancement of oil and gas. 

(Ross Perot, Jr., Chairman of the Board-U.S. Chairman of Commerce) 

During the finale of the Annual Banquet and Awards Dinner, the Odessa Chamber of Commerce introduced the 2025-2026 Board of Directors and announced Jeff Meyers as the new Board Chair 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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