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Volunteers & Students Help the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Fall Cleanup

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Odessa, Texas/October 21, 2025-This is DRB Media Communications Digital News. The Black Chamber of Commerce held their Fall Cleanup this past weekend. Danny Barrera has the story. 

Volunteers and Students from the ECISD Middle Schools and High Schools came out this past Saturday to help the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin cleanup areas of southside Odessa.  

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

During the Fall and Spring cleanups, the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin invites volunteers and School District students to participate in helping to beautify the City of Odessa. 

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

After the cleanup, students and volunteers enjoyed hot dogs, chips and drinks. For volunteer opportunities or membership contact the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin online. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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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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Black Chamber of Commerce -Special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Klpnotic Barber Company

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Odessa, Texas/August 13, 2025-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin welcomed a new business to the community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for KLPNOTIC Barber Company. 

The shop, located at 6901 Cross B Road, Suite 155, near the Bell-Park Ranch area, celebrated its official opening with local leaders, chamber members, and community supporters in attendance. 

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

The Bell-Park Ranch area is a growing new development in northeast Odessa, expanding toward Midland. Many minority-owned businesses, which would traditionally set up in central Odessa, are now looking to this area for greater business opportunities. 

(Pete McGarity, Owner/Operator-KLIPNOTIC Barber Company/Odessa, Texas) 

Pete McGarity, owner and operator of KLIPNOTIC Barber Company, aims to bring a fresh look to northeast Odessa, offering a wide variety of hairstyles for both the young and the young-at-heart. 

(Pete McGarity, Owner/Operator-KLIPNOTIC Barber Company/Odessa, Texas) 

Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin on social media and website for membership opportunites and upcoming events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

2nd Annual Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Bowling Tournament

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Odessa, Texas/July 21, 2025-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin held their 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament at Diamond Lanes on East 8th Street in Odessa. Teams competed for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Raffles were held throughout the 3-game tournament.
(Chris E. Walker, President/CEO-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin)
The fundraiser only provided scholarships to graduates from the Ector County ISD school district. Students who are in their senior year from across the Permian Basin are now encouraged to apply for the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin scholarships.
(Chris E. Walker, President/CEO-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin)
Last year funds from the first annual Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Bowling Tournament raised over $5 Thousand Dollars.
(Chris E. Walker, President/CEO-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin)
Trophies were awarded at the end of the bowling tournament. Walker Photography earned 3rd Place. Williams Paving, 2nd Place and Southside VFW Post 6717 earned 1st Place.
Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin on social media for upcoming social events and business sponsorship opportunites.
For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.

The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Annual Spring Cleanup Event

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Odessa, Texas/April 27, 2025-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin along with Keep Odessa Beautiful held their annual Spring community cleanup event. Odessa City Councilman At-Large Craig Stoker along with members of the Black Chamber and residents helped with the cleanup. 

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

Residents in the heart of southside Odessa have a renewed pride in keeping District 1 clean and free from trash. East Murphy starting at south Grant Avenue and traveling east for 2.9 miles to the north service road of I-20 will soon be named M.L.K., Jr Street. 

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

Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin on-line and on social media for upcoming community events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Black Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Mixer Hosted by the Woodson Boys & Girls Club

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Odessa, Texas/March 30, 2025-Small Business owners and local nonprofits joined The Black Chambre of Commerce of the Permian Basin and its membership for the annual Business Mixer held at the Woodson Boys Club in the heart of southside Odessa. The goal of the business mixer is to bring together small business owners and entrepreneurs to showcase products and services. 

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

Roy Nelson Insurance, a member of the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin provided information to visitors of the importance of having insurance for all situations. 

(Roy Nelson, Business Owner/Agent-Roy Nelson Insurance-State Farm Insurance/Midland, Texas) 

Various business that included photography, health and nutrition, advertising and product promotion, and other small businesses were featured at the business mixer. 

(Daniela Pittman, Employee/Engraver-Got TO Specialties/Odessa, Texas) 

The next Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin event is the annual Spring Cleanup on April 26th from 9am to 1pm at the Woodson Boys and Girls Club for DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.