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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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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the 2nd Annual Odessa Dia De Los Muertos 2025

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Odess, Texas/September 20, 2025-This is DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS. the second annual Odessa Dia De Los Muertos was officially announced at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. Jennifer Smith has the story.  

The Odessa Chamber of Commerce, along with the Odessa and Midland Hispanic Chambers of Commerce, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Odessa Marriott and Conference Center to announce the 2nd Annual Odessa Día de los Muertos Festival and Parade 2025. 

(Celeste Canedo, Board Member-Odessa Dia De Los Muertos 2025-Odessa, Texas) 

The Odessa Dia De Los Muertos Festival and Parade is set for Saturday, October 18th, bringing an evening full of fun, culture, and entertainment for the whole family. 

(Celeste Canedo, Board Member-Odessa Dia De Los Muertos 2025-Odessa, Texas) 

While the traditional Día de los Muertos holiday is observed from October 31st to November 2nd, Odessa’s celebration 

 will kick off a little earlier, giving the community an opportunity to come together and honor the tradition in a festive way. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, I’m Jennifer Smith. 

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Hispanic Heritage of Odessa Celebrates 16th of September with Music and Pan Dulce at City Hall in Odessa

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Odessa, Texas/September 16, 2025- This is DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS. Hispanic Heritage of Odessa held a special 16th of September event at City Hall in Odessa. Danny Barrera has the story. 

In celebration of the 16th of September and Hispanic Heritage Month, LULAC and Hispanic Heritage of Odessa provided entertainment for the City of Odessa employees and staff along with guest. The event featured a performance by Juana Jaquez and Mariachi Aguila singing well-known popular and traditional Mexican songs. 

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

Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration and recognition of the rich Mexican Culture and traditions. Visitors to the Odessa City Hall enjoyed a wide selection of Mexican sweet breads and juices.  

(David A. Vela, City Manager-City of Odessa, Texas) 

Hispanic Heritage of Odessa also had a special event for the older residents of Odessa at Ajuua’s Mexican Restaurant. For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

2nd Annual First Responder Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Ector County Republican Party

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Odessa, Texas/September 14, 2025-The Ector County Republican Party held the 2nd Annual First Responder Breakfast at the ECRP Headquarters. Local Republican representatives volunteered their time to cook, serve and bus tables. Odessa Fire Rescue, the Ector County Sheriff’s Office and the Odessa Police Department along with other law enforcement agencies enjoyed pancakes and bacon, fruit and pan dulce provided by MASA BAKERY. 

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

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State Senator, District 31 Kevin Sparks, Odessa Mayor Cal Hendrick, Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett along with former local Republican Leadership attended the pancake breakfast. 

(Kevin Sparks, State Senator, District 31/State of Texas) 

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

Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett along with his wife and children visited with first responders and guests. 

(Dustin Fawcett, Ector County Judge-Ector County/Odessa, Texas) 

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The Ector County Republican Party plan to host more community events so follow the ECRP on Facebook and other social media. Visit www.ectorcountygop.com 

Reporting for DRB Media Communications Digital News, I’m Bob Evans.