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🌱 Patch AM: Know this woman or SUV from E. 42nd Street HEB?

And on the Odessa Patch calendar - 🌕 Full Moon Sound Bath & Reiki: Return to Your Inner Peace 🌿

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Hello Odessa! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Know this woman or SUV from E. 42nd Street HEB?
  • How Amy's Park will transform family time at Odessa Sports Complex
  • How much more could Odessa families pay under the new budget?

Also on today's calendar: 🌕 Full Moon Sound Bath & Reiki: Return to Your Inner Peace 🌿 and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 93 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 98, low: 74.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 100 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Odessa police search for woman accused of stealing cosmetics from HEB (firstalert7.com) — Odessa police are asking for the public's help identifying a woman accused of stealing more than $1,200 in cosmetics from the HEB on E. 42nd Street. Investigators say she left in a white Toyota SUV and are urging anyone with information to contact Detective Y. Rincon or Odessa Crime Stoppers.
   

2. New $3.6M children's park coming to Odessa Sports Complex in honor of Amy Bell (firstalert7.com) — A new eight-acre children's park called Amy's Park is coming to the Odessa Sports Complex, funded by a $3.6 million gift from the Bell family in memory of their daughter Amy. The park will feature a splash pad, playground, ranch-themed attractions, and a preserved family pecan tree, and city leaders expect it to become a regional destination for Odessa families once construction is complete.
   

3. City of Odessa criticized on spending, tax increases during budget proposal hearing (yourbasin.com) — Odessa's proposed 2026–2027 city budget would raise property taxes slightly and increase water rates 3.3% to help fund pay raises for city employees, especially police and fire. Residents voiced concerns at a public hearing about higher costs and the possible sale of land that includes the Odessa Mountain Bike Trail, while council prepares for September budget and tax votes.
   

4. Odessa College invites community to 30 for 30 Fitness Challenge Kickoff (star-telegram.com) — Odessa College is inviting students, staff, and community members to a 30 for 30 Fitness Challenge kickoff on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. at the newly enhanced Softball and Tennis Complex. Attendees can register for the month-long activity challenge, enjoy pickleball, explore upgraded facilities under new lighting, and pick up T‑shirts and learn about prizes like workout gear and gift cards.
   

5. High Sky auctions four tickets to sold-out Sugar Ray concert in Odessa (star-telegram.com) — High Sky Children's Ranch is auctioning four tickets to its sold-out Sugar Ray benefit concert set for September 17 at La Estancia in Odessa. Bidding runs through September 7, with proceeds helping fund crucial services for vulnerable children and families across the region.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday August 27
  • Ken Womack's 'GIANT' at the Museum of the Southwest in Midland, opening June 11 →
    Midland Chamber of Commerce Museum of the Southwest
    10:00 am
  • Sexual Assault and Misconduct MRCCAC (Required)
    Stanton ISD Stanton, TX 79782
    11:00 am
  • Sexual Assault and Missconduct MRCCAC (Required)
    Stanton ISD Stanton, TX 79782
    11:00 am
  • MHS Varsity Tennis vs. Pecos @Monahans Tx
    Monahans-Wickett-Pyote ISD Monahans, TX 79756
    4:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • If anyone is in need of food.check out how much food you get from the Food bank on pagewood..I found out this afternoon, that they started giving out food again on the last tuesday of the month. This is awesome. Made me happy. A friend of mine
    brought me a box of different can goods and other stuff. I was trying to get their September pop up pantry schedule for you Liza, and I got that,im… (Nextdoor West Odessa)
  • Hello neighbors!!
    I am a teen who is looking for side / quick jobs to do while applying to jobs. I can babysit, dogsit, tutor (K-8), and can clean. If you have any… (Nextdoor West of Lamar)
  • Commercial Metals Company posted a job opening for Shipping & Receiving Clerk in Odessa. Apply here.
  • Burlington Coat Factory posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Odessa. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Odessa here.

Ok Odessa! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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