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First Annual YMCA Golf Tournament at Ratliff Ranch Golf Links

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Odessa, Texas/June 23, 2025-The Odessa Family YMCA held its first Golf Tournament at Ratliff Ranch. Around 88 players participated in the Thursday morning Tourney. 

(Paul Girard, Board Chair-Odessa Family YMCA/Odessa, Texas) 

Paul Chavez the golf head coach for the University of Texas Permian Basin and a recipient of the 2025 NJCAA Legacy Awards was a featured golfer at the fundraising event. 

(Paul Chavez, Golf Head Coach-University of Texas Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

Jaden Chavez, a Permian High School graduate is the golf head coach for Garden City Community College in Garden City, Kansas and son of Paul Chavez also participated in the golf tournament fundraising event. 

(Jaden Chavez, Golf Head Coach-Garden City Community College/Garden City, Texas) 

The funds raised through the 1st Annual Odessa Family YMCA Golf Tournament benefit several programs that include educational, fitness, childcare and other programs that the Y offers the community. 

(Crissy Medina, CEO-Odessa Family YMCA/Odessa, Texas) 

Raffles, giveaways and prizes were handed out during the luncheon portion of the post tournament ceremony. 

(Tara Crouch, Community Relations Director-Odessa Family YMCA/Odessa, Texas) 

Follow the Odessa Family YMCA online or on social media for upcoming events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

 

VFW Post 4372 Car & Bike Show Benefitting Local Veterans

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Odessa, Texas/May 20, 2025-The VFW Post 4372 recently held their mega car show at the VFW Headquarters off of Andrews Hwy and VFW Lane. The car show featured vintage cars and trucks from yester-year as well as motorcycles and other attractions. The funds raised from the Car Show event benefit veterans who need assistance for bills, healthcare and other special needs like funeral costs. 

(Kory Grant, Senior Vice Commander, VFW Post 4372/Odessa, Texas) 

Vendors from across the Permian Basin showcased specialty items for sale as well as several food trucks. A motorcycle ministry provided snacks and information on resources available to visitors as well as the Honor Flight Organization giving out information and fundraising. 

(Kory Grant, Senior Vice Commander, VFW Post 4372/Odessa, Texas) 

This event was made possible by sponsors supporting local veterans. 

(Daizy DeLeon, Public Relations-VFW Post 4372/Odessa, Texas) 

Awards were handed out for the various classifications during the VFW Car Show. Follow the VFW Post 4372 on Facebook and other social media for upcoming community events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin-5th Annual Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament

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Odessa, Texas/November 18, 2024-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin held the 5th Annual Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament benefiting local businesses and daycare centers in the southside of Odessa. 

(Edward Price, Director-Turkey Leg Tussle-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

Planning and sponsorship acquisition for the Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament began in October. Approximately 13 sponsors participated in this year’s domino tournament.  

(Edward Price, Director-Turkey Leg Tussle-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin on social media for sponsorship opportunities and other community events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Supporters for Cal Hendrick Candidate For Odessa Mayor Hold Fundraising Event

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Odessa, Texas/August 28, 202n 4-Cal Hendrick for Mayor supporters recently held a fundraising event for the candidate at a private residence in northeast Odessa. Cal Hendrick engaged in conversations with supporters and guests regarding issues plaguing the City of Odessa. 

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

The City of Odessa has been experiencing a shortage of trained personnel in Police and in Fire and Rescue as well as city workers. Cal Hendrick, candidate for Mayor for the City of Odessa presented his ideas of how to increase city personnel. 

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

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

Recording Library of West Texas “Brews and Blindfolds” Fundraising Event Hosted by The Blue Door

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Midland, Texas/March 9, 2024-The Recording Library of Midland recently held “Brews and Blindfolds” fundraiser hosted by the BLUE DOOR. Guests purchased drinks to raise funds to help blind and low vision adults in West Texas. 

(Bailee Hennis, Executive Director-Recording Library of West Texas/Midland, Texas) 

The fundraising event featured live music, permanent jewelry, cigar rolling, including House of Havana and “Guess the Beer” challenge. 

(Bailee Hennis, Executive Director-Recording Library of West Texas/Midland, Texas) 

Follow the Recording Library of West Texas on Facebook and at www.recordinglibrary.org for donation opportunities and upcoming fundraising events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Recording Library of West Texas/Dining in the Dark Fundraising Event

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Midland, Texas/September 17, 2023-The Recording Library of West Texas is an organization that was established in 1963 and is dedicated to improving the lives of people by providing high quality audio for individuals who are blind, print impaired or have low vision. 

(Megan Powell, Marketing and Development Director-Recording Library of West Texas, Midland, Texas) 

Clients of the Recording Library of West Texas send in their requests for a specific text, audio length and what digital format they need it in. A production specialist is assigned to work with the client. 

(Megan Powell, Marketing and Development Director-Recording Library of West Texas, Midland, Texas) 

The Recording Library of West Texas also has a podcast studio, and produces its own podcasts  

(Megan Powell, Marketing and Development Director-Recording Library of West Texas, Midland, Texas) 

The Recording Library of West Texas is dependent on monetary donations small and large. On Monday, October 16th the Recording Library will have their annual fundraising event called Dining in the Dark, a unique culinary experience. 

(Megan Powell, Marketing and Development Director-Recording Library of West Texas, Midland, Texas) 

Follow the Recording Library of West Texas on Facebook and at www.recordinglibrary.org and for Dining in the Dark tickets go to www.eventbrite.com/e/dininginthedark-tickets. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.