ODESSA TEXAS
Odessa Regional Medical Center: 50 Years of Service to the Permian Basin
Since its founding in 1975, Odessa Regional Medical Center has been a trusted healthcare provider in West Texas. This year, ORMC marks 50 years of service to the Permian Basin, continuing its role as a hospital committed to compassionate care for the community.
With more than 200 licensed beds, ORMC provides a broad range of services including Orthopedic,Vascular, and endovascular surgery, robotic-assisted procedures, cardiac services, women’s health, Maternity, NICU and high-risk pregnancy care and diagnostic imaging and breast care.
Since its earliest years, ORMC has been a leading childbirth facility in the region. The hospital holds Level III designations in both Maternity and Neonatal Intensive Care ensuring comprehensive services for mothers and newborns. ORMC also provides an Obstetrics Emergency Department with 24/7 OB/GYN coverage and Maternal Fetal Medicine support for high-risk pregnancies through Regional Perinatal Centers in Odessa and Midland.
• In 2023, ORMC completed the renovation of its West Campus into a Women and Children’s Center, creating a modern space designed to meet the needs of families.
• Healthgrades has recognized ORMC with multiple awards for Labor & Delivery and Obstetrics & Gynecology, including fivestar ratings in both vaginal and cesarean deliveries every year since 2015.
• ORMC also recently earned the Silver Cribs for Kids® National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification. This certification recognizes their healthcare team members’ commitment to best practices in infant safe sleep, ensuring the highest standards of care for their youngest patients.
ORMC is designated as a Level IV Trauma Center and operates 12 emergency department beds, with additional Fast-
Track spaces for minor conditions. Care is provided by physicians trained in emergency medicine, along with nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and registered nurses and other care givers. The hospital is a Certified Primary Stroke Center providing a stroke specific infrastructure, including acute stroke teams, stroke units, care protocols, and other support systems for stroke patients.
Its Cardiac Care program includes an advanced Cath Labs for the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular conditions, supported by nationally recognized guidelines and practices.
ORMC Surgeons provide inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures covering general surgery, gynecologic, orthopedic, podiatric, gastroenterology, and vascular specialties. The hospital also uses the da Vinci® Xi™ Surgical System for minimally invasive procedures in gynecology and general surgery.
For breast health, ORMC provides 3D mammography and has earned the American College of Radiology Gold Standard Accreditation for Mammography.
Over the years, ORMC has earned several
recognitions for patient care and safety.
Awards and Accreditations:
• Accredited by DNV-GL NIAHO® Healthcare
• Level III Designation for Maternity and Neonatal Intensive Care
• Level IV Trauma Center
• Silver Cribs for Kids® National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification
• Healthgrades Excellence Awards in Labor & Delivery and Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Healthgrades Five-star ratings in C-section Delivery and Vaginal Delivery
• American Heart Association Stroke
Bronze Get With The Guidelines Award
• DNV-GL Certified Primary Stroke Center
• American College of Radiology Gold
Standard Accreditation for Mammography
• Vizient 2024 Top Performer in Clinical Quality for Complex Care.
A Half-Century of Service
For 50 years, Odessa Regional Medical Center has stood as a place of care and support for Odessa and the surrounding communities. ORMC continues its mission of providing the Permian Basin region with access to a wide range of healthcare services while staying rooted in its commitment to the people of West Texas.
First producing oil well in 1926 sparked Odessa’s growth
In West Texas when the railroad was charted by Congress in 1871 to build a line from Marshall, TX, to El Paso, it was inevitable that Odessa would become part of the future of the area.
By 1881, Milepost 296 became Odessa, where Texas and Pacific Railroad crews pitched camp. The property was then sold to the Odessa Land and Townsite company.
The naming of Odessa from local legend credits the name to a Native American princess who wandered into the railroad camp. According to the Texas State Historical Association, the name came from railroad workers who believed the region closely portrayed
Odessa, Ukraine, their home.
By 1885, C.W. Rathburn became the first postmaster, and in 1886, the center of original townsite of 300 acres became the downtown. The county seat in Ector County was then formally organized in 1891 becoming incorporated as a city in 1927 with the first mayor, S. R. McKinney.
It was a small community in 1926 when the first producing oil well brought in on the W.E. Connell ranch outside of Odessa. With a limited 20 barrels a day production, it led to the opening of the Penn Field in 1929 and Cowden field in 1930.
Bit by bit, the town grew.
Before oil was discovered, the population was 750, and by 1929, it had risen to 5,000. By World War II, Odessa grew to over 10,000 becoming the world’s largest petrochemical complex.
It didn’t take long for the population to grow over 80,000 throughout the 1950s and 1960s as the Petrochemical Complex, a joint venture of El Paso Natural Gas Company and General Tire and Rubber Company, started operations. This was the nation’s first privately financed plant to use waste products from gas and oil production to make synthetic rubber.
Odessa became a major distribution and processing point in the petrochemical
industry. Additional companies and plants joined the Complex which produced a wide array of petrochemical products, ranging from Shell Oil to Rexene, American Cryogenics, South West Cryogenics and Beaunit Corporation.
Over the years, Odessa has made a name for itself with talented high school football teams, Odessa College, The University of Texas Permian Basin, Medical Center Health System, Odessa Regional Medical Center and the Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center.
As of 2025, Odessa has a population of 119,748 and Ector County has a population of 170,022.
SCHOOLS
Charter Schools
Compass Academy Charter School (432) 272-1836
5530 Billy Hext Rd., Odessa www.mycompassacademy.com
Harmony Science Academy – Odessa (432) 363-6000
2755 N. Grandview Ave., Odessa www.hsaodessa.org
IDEA Yukon Public School (432) 247-8700
7300 E. Yukon Rd., Odessa ideapublicschools.org/regions/permian-basin/ IDEA Lopez Public School 432-326-6033
3401 W. 5th, Odessa ideapublicschools.org/regions/permian-basin/ Richard Milburn Academy. (432) 614-1859
2419 N. County Rd., Ste. 100, Odessa www.rmaschools.org
Private Schools
Adinvita School of Design Thinking (432) 305-9566
5101 Twin Towers, Odessa www.adinvita.org
Bynum School (432) 520-0075
5100 Avalon Dr., Midland www.bynumschool.org
Holy Cross Catholic High School (432) 897-1803
4014 N. County Rd. 1160, Midland www.holycrosschs.org
Odessa Christian School (432) 362-6311
2000 Doran Dr., Odessa www.odessachristian.org
Premier High School Odessa (432) 295-9162
1801 N. Lee Ave, Odessa www. www.premierodessa.net/ St. John’s Episcopal School (432) 337-6431
401 N. County Rd. W, Odessa stjohnsodessa.com
Trinity School of Midland (432) 697-3281
3500 W. Wadley Ave., Midland www.trinitymidland.org
Higher Education
Odessa College (432) 335-6400
201 W. University Blvd., Odessa www.odessa.edu
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (432) 703-5133
800 W 4th Street, Odessa www.ttuhsc.edu
UT Permian Basin (432) 552-2020
4901 E. University Blvd., Odessa www.utpb.edu
A list of the schools are as follows:
ECISD- Pre-K
Carver Early Education Center
Phone: (432) 456-1069
Fax: 432-456-1068
600 College Odessa, TX 79761
Lamar Early Education Center
Phone: (432) 456-1159
Fax: 432-456-1158
501 Lettie Lee St. Odessa, TX 79761
ECISD- Elementary
Austin Montessori Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1029
Fax: (432) 456-1028
901 N. Lee Ave. Odessa, TX 79761
Blackshear Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1279
Fax: 432-456-1278
501 S. Dixie Blvd. Odessa, TX 79761
Blanton Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1259
Fax: 432-456-1258
4101 Lynbrook Ave. Odessa, TX 79762
Buice Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1339
Fax: 432-456-1338
1800 E. 87th St. Odessa, TX 79765
Burleson Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1039
Fax: 432-456-1038
3900 N. Golder Odessa, TX 79764
Burnet Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1049
Fax: 432-456-1048
3511 Maple Odessa, TX 79762
Cameron Dual Language Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1059
Fax: (432) 456-1058
2401 W. 8th St. Odessa, TX 79763
Cavazos Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1309
Fax: 432-456-1308
9301 W. 16th St. Odessa, TX 79763
Dowling Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1079
Fax: 432-456-1078
1510 E. 17th St. Odessa, TX 79761
E.K. Downing Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1319
Fax: 432-456-1318
1480 N. Knox Odessa, TX 79763
G.E. Buddy West Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1329
Fax: 432-456-1328
2225 W. Sycamore Dr. Odessa, TX 79763
Gale Pond Alamo STEAM Academy
Phone: (432) 456-1019
Fax: 432-456-1018
801 E. 23rd St. Odessa, TX 79760
Goliad Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1109
Fax: 432-456-1108
501 E. 52nd Street Odessa, TX 79762
Gonzales Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1119
Fax: 432-456-1118
2700 Disney St. Odessa, TX 79761
Hays STEAM Academy
Phone: (432) 456-1129
Fax: 432-456-1128
1101 E. Monahans St. Odessa, TX 79761
Ireland Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1149
Fax: 432-456-1148
4301 Dawn Ave. Odessa, TX 79762
Johnson Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1289
Fax: 432-456-1288
6401 Amber Dr. Odessa, TX 79762
Jordan Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1299
Fax: 432-456-1298
9400 Rainbow Dr. Odessa, TX 79765
Milam Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1169
Fax: 432-456-1168
640 College Avenue Odessa, TX 79761
Murry Fly Elementary
Phone: (432) 456-1269
Fax: 432-456-1268
11688 W. Westview Dr.
Odessa, TX 79764
Noel Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1249
Fax: 432-456-1248
2200 Newcomb Dr. Odessa, TX 79764
Pease Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1179
Fax: 432-456-1178
1800 W. 22nd St. Odessa, TX 79763
Reagan Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1189
Fax: 432-456-1188
2321 E. 21st St. Odessa, TX 79761
Ross Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1199 Fax: 432-456-1198
4600 N. Everglade Odessa, TX 79762
Sam Houston Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1139
Fax: 432-456-1138
300 E. 37th St Odessa, TX 79762
San Jacinto Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1219
Fax: 432-456-1218
1000 W. 19th St. Odessa, TX 79763
Travis Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1229
Fax: 432-456-1228
1400 S. Lee Odessa, TX 79761
Zavala Elementary Phone: (432) 456-1239
Fax: 432-456-1238
1201 Clifford St. Odessa, TX 79763
ECISD- Secondary
Alternative Education Center Secondary (6th - 12th grade) Phone: (432) 456-0049
Fax: 432-456-0048
1299 E. Yukon Rd. Odessa, TX 79762
ECISD- Middle School
Bonham Middle School
Phone: (432) 456-0429
Fax: 432-456-0428
2201 E. 21st St. Odessa, TX 79761
Bowie Middle School Phone: (432) 456-0439
Fax: 432-456-0438
500 W. 21st St. Odessa, TX 79761
Crockett Middle School
Phone: (432) 456-0449
Fax: 432-456-0448
2301 Conover Odessa, TX 79763
Ector College Prep Success Academy Phone: (432) 456-0479
Fax: 432-456-0478
809 W. Clements Odessa, TX 79763
Nimitz Middle School Phone: (432) 432-0469
Fax: 432-456-0468
4900 Maple Ave. Odessa, TX 79762
Wilson & Young Medal of Honor Middle School Phone: (432) 456-0459
Fax: 432-456-0458
601 E. 38th St
Odessa, TX 79762
ECISD- High School
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Phone: (432) 456-8910
802 N. Sam Houston Ave. Odessa, TX 79761
George H.W. Bush New Tech Odessa High Phone: (432) 456-6989
Fax: 432-456-6988
300 E. 29th Street Odessa, TX 79761
Odessa Career & Technical Early College High School (OCTECHS) Phone: (432) 456-6409
Fax: 432-456-6408
201 W. University Odessa, TX 79762
Odessa Collegiate Academy Phone: (432) 456-6429
Fax: 432-456-6428
201 W University Blvd. Odessa, TX 79762
Odessa High School
Phone: (432) 456-0029
Fax: 432-456-5264
1301 N. Dotsy Odessa, TX 79763
Permian High School
Phone: (432) 456-0039
Fax: 432-456-0038
1800 E. 42nd St. Odessa, TX 79762
Welcome to the Permian Basin!
For 75 years, Medical Center Health System (MCHS) has been your trusted partner in health. Since opening in 1949, we’ve grown from a small county hospital into the region’s leading healthcare system, serving over 100,000 patients annually across 17 counties.
Your One Source for Health
Whether you’re welcoming a new baby, recovering from injury, facing an emergency, or scheduling a check-up, MCHS offers care for every stage of life.
Our system includes:
• Medical Center Hospital – A 402bed regional facility
• MCH Center for Women & Infants –Maternity care & NICU
• MCH Center for Health and Wellness – Home to Mission Fitness
• MCH ProCare Clinics – Family medicine, pediatrics, cardiology, orthopedics & more
• MCH Urgent Care – Two convenient locations
• MCH Family Health Clinics –Affordable care with sliding pay scales
Founded in 1949, the Medical Center Health System has grown from small rural hospital to 402-hospital bed regional medical center.
• Children’s Miracle Network – The only CMN in West Texas
Specialty Care You Can Trust
We’re recognized for excellence in heart & vascular care, orthopedics, stroke services, NICU, wound care, and pulmonary services. Need care fast? Visit our urgent care or walk-in clinics.
Recognized for Excellence
Our designations mean safer care and better outcomes:
• Blue Distinction Centers for Cardiac
Care, Maternity Care, and Knee & Hip Replacement
• American College of Cardiology (ACC) HeartCARE Center – One of only eight hospitals in Texas to earn this national distinction
• Get With the Guidelines® Gold Plus Awards for Stroke and Heart Failure
• Level II Trauma Center and Level III NICU for advanced emergency and newborn care
• Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
– American College of Radiology
Always Moving Forward
Coming soon: a 200-bed Behavioral Health Center (2026) and a $6M Simulation Hospital at Odessa College.
More Than a Hospital
We offer free screenings, events, and wellness resources year-round.
Helping You Shine Since 1949
Visit mchodessa.com for locations, doctors, and health resources.
MCHS:Your One Source for Health.
Fast-growing UTPB connects graduates with jobs with top companies in U.S.
The Permian Basin is one of the fastest growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions in the country.
At the academic heart of this revitalized area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB)—which, every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders into the Basin and across the United States.
UTPB is a four-year university committed to connecting all graduates to industry through internship programs and job placement with some of the most successful companies in the country.
The University of Texas Permian Basin has a current annual enrollment of more than 7,000, UT Permian Basin offers a wide range of undergrad and graduate programs and continues to earn national recognition for its academic rigor and leadership development.
The College of Business is AACSB accredited, a distinction awarded to very few business colleges, and the program has been ranked among the best in the country by Chamberofcommerce.org. The MBA program has received multiple national distinctions in recent years.
UT Permian Basin opened a new engineering building in 2019. In fall 2020, the state-of-the-art D. Kirk Edwards Family Human Performance Center opened its doors. The 63,000-square-foot facility offers space for academic programs and is also home to a training facility for all student-athletes plus football and
women’s soccer locker rooms.
UTPB’S POINTS OF PRIDE
• Affordable Education: UTPB is ranked as the #2 most affordable college in Texas, making higher education accessible without compromising on quality.
• Extensive Financial Aid: UTPB awards nearly $50 million in financial aid annually, helping students manage the cost of their education. Our Falcon Free program covers tuition and mandatory fees for students with a household income of 100k or less a year.
• Student Support: With a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio, UTPB offers personalized attention, ensuring that students receive the guidance they need to succeed.
• Behavioral Health Graduate Opportunities: The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program at UTPB offers an opportunity to earn a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work at no cost, supporting students who are passionate about making a difference in mental health.
• World-Class Performing Arts: The
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Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center at UTPB is ranked as one of the top performing arts centers in the world, offering premier cultural and entertainment experiences. Our music students learn and perform in this world-class building.
• First-Generation Student Focus: 42% of UTPB students are first-generation college students, highlighting the University’s commitment to expanding educational opportunities and providing additional support to help our students succeed.
• Outstanding Athletics: UTPB’s athletics teams continued to reach new heights during the 2023-2024 academic year. The football team won their first-ever Lone Star Conference Championship. The women’s basketball team made it to the Lone Star Conference Championship tournament for the first time in program history, advancing all the way to the championship game. The men’s tennis team claimed the LSC title in their 2024 season, and the baseball team made it to the LSC Championship game.
The University of Texas Permian Basin has a current annual enrollment of more than 7,000 students and has been named one of the least expensive four-year institutions in the state.
SCHOOL MASCOT: FALCONS 4901 E. UNIVERSITY BLVD., ODESSA, TX 79762 UTPB.EDU | 432-552-2020
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HELPFUL CONTACTS
EMERGENCY | MEDICAL Hospitals
Medical Center Hospital ........................(432) 640‑6000
500 W. 4th St., Odessa www.mchodessa.com
Odessa Regional Medical Center .........................................(432) 582‑8000
520 E. 6th St., Odessa www.odessaregionalmedicalcenter.org Fire Department
Odessa Fire/Rescue .................................(432) 335‑3318 (non emergencies)
1100 W. 2nd St. Odessa https://www.odessa tx.gov/271/Fire Rescue
Law Enforcement
Odessa Police Department ...................(432) 333‑3641 (non emergencies)
205 N. Grant, Odessa www.odessapd.com
Ector County Sheriff’s Department................................(432) 335 3050
2500 S. Hwy US 385 www.ectorcountysheriff.us
Department of Family & Protective Services
Texas Department of Children & Protective Services...............................(432) 368‑2400
2525 N. Grandview, Ste. 100, Odessa www.dcfoffices.org/office/tx_79761_dfpsodessa
GOVERNMENT | FEDERAL
Senators
John Cornyn...............................................(202) 224‑2934 517 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C.
www.cornyn.senate.gov
Ted Cruz......................................................(202) 224‑5922
404 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. www.cruz.senate.gov
Congressman
August Pfluger............................................(202) 224‑2934 1531 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. www.pfluger.house.gov
STATE
Senator
Kevin Sparks................................................(512) 463‑0131
P.O. Box 12068, Capitol Station, Austin https://senate.texas.gov/member.php?d=31
Representatives
Brooks Landgraf .......................................(512) 463‑0546
Room E1.312, P.O. Box 2910, Austin
https://house.texas.gov/members/member page/?dis trict=81
Tom Craddick.............................................(512) 463‑0500
Room 1W.09, P.O. Box 2910, Austin
https://house.texas.gov/members/member page/?dis trict=82
LOCAL
Ector County..............................................(432) 498‑4000
1010 E. 8th St., Odessa
www.co.ector.tx.us
City of Odessa...........................................(432) 335‑3200
411 W. 8th St., Odessa www.odessa tx.gov
REGISTRATIONS
Automobile Tags
Ector County Tax Collector...................(432) 498‑4055
1010 E. 8th St., Ste. 100, Odessa www.co.ector.tx.us
Driver’s License
Texas Department of Public Safety...........................................(432) 332‑0637
2800 Wright Dr., Midland www.dps.texas.gov
PETS
The Animal Control Division of the Odessa Police Dept.....................(432) 368‑3526 910 W. 42nd St., Odessa www.odessa tx.gov
Humane Society of Odessa....................(432) 381 5503
2230 W. Sycamore., Odessa www.odessahumanesociety.org
UTILITIES
Cable/Internet Providers
AT&T............................................................(866) 656 2342
www.att.com
Sparklight.....................................................(432) 363‑7200 www.sparklight.com
Astound Broadband powered by Grande ................................(432) 272‑3040 www.astound.com
Gas
Atmos Energy Natural Gas....................(888) 286‑6700 www.atmosenergy.com
Telephone Sparklight.....................................................(432) 363‑7200 www.sparklight.com
Astound Broadband powered by Grande.................................(432) 272‑4600 www.astound.com
Waste management & Recycling
Republic Services .....................................(432) 561 7600 8220 W. Hwy. 80, Midland www.republicservices.com
Water & Sewage
City of Odessa ..........................................(432) 335‑3204
411 W. 8th St., Odessa https://www.odessa tx.gov/257/Public Works Utilities
Electricity
Oncor Electric Delivery..........................(888) 313 6862
www.oncor.comv
Reliant Energy............................................(866) 222 7100 www.reliant.com
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Midland International Air and Space Port
9506 La Force Blvd.
Midland, TX 79706....................................(432) 560 2200
www.flymaf.com
Odessa Crime Stoppers..........................(432) 333 8477
www.odessacrimestoppers.org
Texas Department of Transportation
3901 E. Hwy 80
Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 332 0501
www.txdot.gov
National Weather Service
2500 Challenger Drive
Midland, TX 79706....................................(432) 563 5006
www.weather.gov/maf
Social Security Administration
2015 E. 37th Street
Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(866) 404 1866
www.ssa.gov
Texas Information & Referral (inside Texas) ...............................................211
Outside Texas.............................................(877) 541 7905
Time, Temperature & Weather...............(432) 563 9292
Newspaper
Odessa American
700 N. Grant, Suite 800 Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 337 7314
www.oaoa.com
Postal Services
Main Post Office
200 N. Texas Ave. Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 332 6436
www.usps.com
Eastside Post Office 4551 E. 52nd Street
Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 362 3598
www.usps.com
Westside Post Office 1359 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, TX 79764.....................................(432) 272 6853
www.usps.com
ARTS & ATTRACTIONS
Altitude Trampoline Park 5161 E. 42nd St. Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 272 6921
www.altitudeodessa.com
Chris Kyle Memorial Plaza 8050 TX 191 Frontage (on the northwest corner of MCHS Mission Fitness building) Odessa, TX 79765
www.odessachamber.com/chris kyle memorial
Diamond Lanes Bowling Alley 2208 E 8th St. Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 580 4386
Ector Theatre
500 N. Texas Ave. Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 653 1246
www.theector.com
Ellen Noël Art Museum 4909 E. University Blvd. Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 550 9696
www.noelartmuseum.org
The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Rd. Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 335 6818 https://www.odessa.edu/community/GlobeTheatera tOdessaCollege/index.html
Hawthorn Topgolf Swing Suite Odessa 201 S. John Ben Shepperd Pkwy. Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 227 6996 www.topgolfswingsuiteodessa.com
Jackalopes Hockey 4201 Andrews Hwy. Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 552 7825 www.jackalopes.org/
Jackrabbit Jamboree
802 N. Sam Houston Ave. Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 333 7871 www.discoverodessa.org/attractions
Meteor Crater & Museum
5599 Meteor Crater Rd. Odessa, TX 79763.....................................(432) 381 0946 https://odessameteorcratermuseum.wordpress.com/ Nancy Fyfe Cardozier Gallery
4901 E. University Blvd.
Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 552 2285
https://www.utpb.edu/academics/colleges/arts scienc es/departments/art/nancy fyfe cardozier gallery/
Odessa Area Outdoor Gun Range & Paintball 18200 West Interstate 20
Odessa, TX 79763.....................................(432) 352 3496 www.odessagunrange.com
Odessa Spire
820 Maple Ave
Odessa, TX 799761...................................(432) 337 1492 https://odessaarts.org/
Phillips Goff Gallery
Sedate Hall Building
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, TX 79764....................................(432) 335 6490 www.phillipsgoffgallery.org
Ratliff Stadium
Home to “Friday Night Lights” 1862 E.Yukon Rd.
Odessa, TX 79765.....................................(432) 456 9059 www.discoverodessa.org/attractions
Rimrock Raceway 12412 W. Highway 80
Odessa, TX 79765.....................................(432) 246 5069 www.rimrockkarting.com
Stonehenge Replica UT Permian Basin Campus Preston Smith Rd.
Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 333 7871 www.discoverodessa.org/attractions
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 N. FM 1788
Midland, TX 79707....................................(432) 552 4430 www.wagnernoel.com
White Pool House Museum
112 Martin Luther King, Jr Odessa, TX 79761.....................................(432) 333 4072 www.whitepoolhouse.com
MOVIE THEATERS
Century 12
4221 Preston Smith Rd.
Odessa, TX 79762.....................................(432) 552 7996
https://www.cinemark.com/theatres/tx odessa/cine mark century odessa 12
Cinergy Cinemas & Entertainment
8250 E. Hwy. 191
Odessa, TX 79765.....................................(432) 400 2444 www.cinergy.com
Deluxe Inn
1518 S. Grnt...............................................(432) 333-1486
Economy Inn
1701 W. 2nd St..........................................(432) 332-1016
Executive Inn
2505 E. 2nd St............................................(432) 333-1528
Extended Stay of America Select Suites
3031 E. Business 20..................................(432) 333-6660
Fairfield Inn & Suites
3933 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy.............(432) 363-1900
Hampton Inn
3923 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy.............(432) 363-2900
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Odessa
201 S. John Ben Shepperd Pkwy...........(432) 227-6666
Hilton Garden Inn
5221 John Ben Shepperd Pkwy.............(432) 366-5800
Holiday Inn
5275 E. 42nd St ........................................(432) 366-5900
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Odessa
5321 E. John Ben Shepperd Pkwy.........(432) 362-6800
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Odessa I-20
1800 S. Hwy. 385.......................................(432) 332-4100
Home2 Suites by Hilton Odessa
4015 Billy Hext Rd...................................(432) 362-0400
HomeTowne Studios Odessa
3031 E. Business 20 ................................(432) 333-6660
Homewood Suites By Hilton Odessa
7221 Tres Hermanas Blvd......................(432) 563-2323
Howard Johnson by Wyndham
2925 E. Business 20..................................(432) 332-4500
Imperial Motel
221 W. 2nd St.............................................(432) 332-0791
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Odessa
5001 E. Business 20..................................(432) 333-2820
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Odessa N. - Sienna Tower
4118 Faudree Rd......................................(432) 288-2666
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Odessa North 4122 Faudree Rd......................................(432) 288-9041
MainStay Suites
1801 S. Hwy. 385......................................(432) 332-1010
MCM Elegante’ Hotel
5200 E. University St................................(432) 661-8567
MCM Grande’ Hotel & Fun Dome
6201 E. Business 20..................................(432) 362-2311
Microtel Inn & Suites
4300 E. 50th St..........................................(432) 614-4780
Motel 6
200 E. Interstate 20..................................(432) 272-8702
Motel 6
1831 E. 2nd St............................................(432) 614-6297
Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
305 E. 5th St...............................................(432) 580-5805
Odessa Motor Inn
2021 E. 2nd St............................................(432) 332-7341
Oyo Hotel
6713 East Hwy. 80....................................(432) 366-0059
Parkway Inn
3071 E. Hwy. 80.........................................(432) 332-4224
Ramada by Wyndham
3001 E. Business I-20...............................(432) 333-3931
Regency Inn
2601 E. 2nd St...........................................(432) 335-9525
Residence Inn by Marriott Odessa
Sahara Motel 1423 E. 2nd St............................................(432) 332-2201
Sleep Inn & Suites
3101 E. Business 20..................................(432) 653-0333
Staybridge Suites
810 S John Ben Shepperd Pkwy............(432) 231-4565
Studio 6
600 S John Ben Shepperd Pkwy............(432) 614-2222
Super 8 by Wyndham
2833 E. Interstate 20...............................(432) 272-4550
TownePlace Suites by Marriott 4412 Tanglewood Ln................................(432) 362-1077
Travel Lodge by Wyndham Odessa 3075 E. Business 20..................................(432) 335-8000
Woodspring Suites Odessa
7051 Tres Hermanas Blvd......................(432) 272-4590
Villa West Inn
300 W. Pool Rd..........................................(432) 335-5055
APARTMENTS
Acacia Park
4775 Oakwood .......................................(432) 362-0244
Alara Apartments
6501 Eastridge Rd....................................(432) 367-1131
Andalucia Villas
5075 E 52nd St.........................................(432) 272-7150
Appleridge
2600 Santa Cruz.......................................(432) 335-9263
Arbor Oaks Apartments
1000 E Monahans.....................................(432) 580-4300
Arbor Terrace Townhomes
1101 Fitch Ave...........................................(432) 580-5060
Ashford Odessa Square
222 N Dixie Blvd......................................(432) 332-6441
Brady Station 4401 E 52nd St..........................................(432) 368-4034
Briarwood Village
3904 Englewood Circle..........................(432) 550-6660
Brookview Apartments
3843 Penbrook ........................................(432) 367-8626
Carriage House 4306 N Dixie ...........................................(432) 362-4632
Chaparral Village
1411 S Grant ............................................(432) 332-5091
Celio Vista Townhomes
120 Vista Plaza ..........................................(432) 366-5321
Cimmarron Place
4136 E 52nd St..........................................(432) 368-7046
Clayton Manor Townhomes
2654 E 11th St...........................................(432) 337-6081
College Inn
2721 Henderson .....................................(432) 337-3091
Country Crest Townhomes
6500 Eastridge Rd..........................(432) 366-8286
Courtyard Apartments
601-619 Graham ...........................(432) 335-9074
The Cove
4000 San Antonio St
Cru Apartments
3720 Tangle wood .........................(432) 362-0981
Desert Haven
2250 W 15th St..............................(432) 332-2312
Domain Apartments
410 E 6th St....................................(432) 550-6660
Dorado Ranch
3601 Faudree Rd............................(432) 275-0755
E. 12th Townhomes
Fairgreen Apartments
4675 Oakwood Dr...................................(432) 362-0497
Faudree Ranch
2741 Faudree Rd......................................(432) 272-4044
Golden Crest
3939 Tanglewood Ln................................(432) 366-9425
Hemingway House
6401 Eastridge Rd....................................(432) 362-9772
High Plains Apartments
3727 Andrews Hwy.................................(432) 368-0277
Houston Arms Apartments
1200 N Lee Ave........................................(432) 332-6414
Key West Senior Village 1600 W Clements St...............................(432) 332-2300
Kona Kai Apartments
1315 W 24th St........................................(432) 332-0182
La Casa Bonita l & II
5025 N Dixie ...........................................(432) 362-6979
La Casita Apartments
1301 W 13th St........................................(432) 332-6416
La Promesa Apartments
4590 N Texas ...........................................(432) 367-4315
Landmark Apartments
1101 N Kelly Ave .....................................(432) 337-2671
Lantana Gardens
7650 Tres Hermanas Blvd......................(432) 272-4000
Latitude 31 Apt Homes
6900 Cross B Rd......................................(432) 218-3088
The Laurel Condos
600 N Dotsy #1.........................................(432) 2325355
Legado Ranch
4001 De Morado Dr...............................(432) 275-1000
Lee Apartments
1207 N Lee................................................(432) 332-6707
Lincoln Apt
1609 N Lincoln ........................................(432) 332-6707
McDonald Apartments North 1814 N Lee................................................(432) 332-6707
McDonald Apartments South
201 W 17th St...........................................(432) 332-6707
Madera Pointe
1301 N Whitaker ....................................(432) 337-3250
Madison Square Apartments
2201 Rocky Lane Rd...............................(432) 367-2727
Manor Crest Apartments
1401 San Andres ......................................(432) 333-6821
Marquee West Apartments
1111 W 13th ............................................(432) 362-0484
Marvin Garden Apartments
4307 Wendover Ave.................................(432) 2726034
Mission Green Apartments
8201 Dorado Dr......................................(432) 563-3555
Paddocks Apartments
2100 E 10th St..........................................(432) 701-0653
Palms II Apartments
613 Express Way......................................(432) 308-0502
Park Bend Apartments
1200 Santa Rosa.......................................(432) 337-3250
Park Plaza Townhomes
2508 E 11th St...........................................(432) 337-1031
Parkway Oaks Apartments
1465 JBS Parkway ....................................(432) 363-8091
Pebblebend
4315 Esmond ...........................................(432) 367-9071
The Penwell
8225 Dorado Drive ...............................(432) 400-5700
Peppertree Apt Homes
Quail Run Apartments
5335 N Grandview .................................(432) 362-3313
Regency Square
4100 Tanglewood ....................................(432) 362-0484
Sage Brush Apartments
3250 W 8th St...........................................(432) 332-7878
Sandpiper Apartments
1000 Pueblo ..............................................(432) 333-1481
Santa Monica Place
2500 Santa Monica Ave...........................(432) 332-0182
Sedona Ranch
8001 Brownstone Rd..............................(432) 272-4100
Sedona Springs
920 W University ....................................(432) 272-3458
Seville Apartments
4641 Oakwood Dr...................................(432) 367-6171
Sierra Blanca Apartments 1001 W 19th St........................................(432) 332-6414
Sierra Ridge Apartments 1330 E 7th St............................................(432) 332-6414
Southgate Apartments 2735 E 8th St.............................................(432) 332-8186
Southwest Oaks 4651 Oakwood Dr...................................(432) 363-8091
Springwood Apartments 1201 Harless ............................................(432) 334-8115
Stanley Heights Apartments 2413 Idlewood Lane................................(432) 614-6396
Summertree Place 2220 E 52nd .............................................(432) 367-1944
Sunset Apartments
9100 Andrews Hwy.................................(432) 362-6295
Sunset Lodge Apartments
7701 E Hwy 191.......................................(432) 296-4200
Sweetbriar Apartments
901 Bernice ...............................................(432) 335-9074
Tanglewood North 4010 Tanglewood .....................................(432) 362-0484
Third Edition Apartments
1201 N Whitaker ....................................(432) 334-6984
Trestles Condos
6701 Eastridge Rd....................................(432) 550-9010
Tuscany at Faudree
4001 Faudree Rd......................................(432) 275-0800
University Gardens
4801 Oakwood ........................................(432) 272-4801
Vera in Odessa 8401 Highway 191...................................(432) 362-2349
Village Place
1219 N Milburn .......................................(432) 333-1113
Wellington Commons 1001A N Grandview ..............................(432) 337-6960
Westwinds Village
4900 E University.....................................(432) 367-8901
Westwood Square
2950 Pleasant Ave....................................(432) 333-2021
Wildwood Terrace Apartments
2201 Westwood Dr.................................(432) 332-4555
Windchase Apartments
4100 E 50th ..............................................(432) 367-9112
Windmill Ranch Apartments
4121 San Antonio St................................(432) 284-4295
Woodcrest Apartments
2550 W 8th St...........................................(432) 337-2541
Woodlands
5050 Tanglewood ....................................(432) 367-9112
Woodview Apartments
4330 N Grandview .................................(432) 368-0896
7261 Tres Hermanas Blvd......................(432) 563-2190
Royal Inn Odessa
2006 W. 2nd St..........................................(432) 335-8066
1120 N Jackson Ave.......................(432) 307-3355
Eighty Seventh Apt Homes
8640 Hunter Miller Way...................(432) 272-6495
4600 Oakwood Drive ............................(432) 366-8901
Ponderosa Villas
3665 N Dixie ...........................................(432) 332-6414
THINGS TO SEE & DO
AQUATIC CENTERS
The Sherwood and Woodson family aquatic centers boast swimming pools with lifeguards, concessions, themed pool parties and more. Private rentals are available through the YMCA. www.odessatxparks.org/facilitiesparks/aquatic-centersswimming-pool
BOWLING
Spend your “spare” time rolling for strikes with the family at Odessa’s bowling venues. Diamond Lanes frames fun with such offerings as cosmic bowling, leagues and youth programs. Cinergy offers upscale bowling with a sophisticated design and seating. www.diamondlanesodessa.com, www.cinergy.com
PRESIDENTIAL ARCHIVES AND LEADERSHIP LIBRARY AND GEORGE BUSH BOYHOOD HOME
Texas and Odessa have a habit of producing major state and national political figures, from John Ben Shepperd, who served as Texas’s Secretary of State and its Attorney General in the 1950s, to the Bush presidential family. The Bush home in Odessa has been restored to the days when the American political dynasty was planted here.
The John Ben Shepperd Leadership Institute provides young Texans with leadership and public-service programs. The Institute’s Presidential Archives and Leadership Library features an exhibit highlighting the 50th anniversary of the 1968 presidential election, as well as a celebration of President John F. Kennedy. www. shepperdinstitute.com/presidentialarchives
LOCAL MUSEUMS
Discover Ector County’s diverse arts scene, from Smithsonianaffiliated gems like the Ellen Noel Art Museum to local university galleries such as the Nancy Fyfe Cardozier and Phillips Goff. Explore history at the White Pool House Museum, one of the county’s oldest residences, and delve into the ranching past at the Parker House Ranching Museum—an essential stop for a glimpse into the area’s heritage.
MUSIC CITY MALL ROLLER RINK
Music City Mall Rink N’ Roll is one of the largest roller rinks in the state of Texas. The rink is 14,000 square feet and includes bumper cars!
CHRIS KYLE MEMORIAL PLAZA
A 15-foot statue memorializes the “American Sniper” who was born in Odessa. The $1 million bronze version of the Iraq War hero sits on a 48,000-pound base of limestone and granite in the 2,800-square-foot centerpiece of what are actually three plazas. Trees from President George W. Bush’s Crawford ranch adorn the plaza. www.discoverodessa.com
CINERGY ODESSA
Cinergy Odessa’s state-of-the-art facility “strikes” again with a veritable arcade of fun, including a movie theater, a zip line, billiards, laser tag, sports bar, escape room and restaurant. www.cinergy.com
ELLEN NOËL ART MUSEUM
One of only Texas affiliates of the renowned Smithsonian, the Ellen Noël Art Museum is more than a world-
renowned collection of works from well-known painters and sculptors. The fine-arts destination offers a sculpture garden, a variety of programs for all ages, lectures, concerts and even a Knit & Stitch group for the quilting, sewing and knitting set. www.noelartmuseum.org
THE GLOBE OF THE GREAT SOUTHWEST/ ANNE HATHAWAY COTTAGE
The Bard died in 1616 and, of course, his works endure, but at Odessa College, The Globe Theater keeps William Shakespeare’s octagonal performance hall alive. A replica from Elizabethan London, the 410-seat venue showcases an authentic period stage for world-class performances. The venue serves as an ideal spot for weddings and parties, too. The adjacent Anne Hathaway Cottage honors Shakespeare’s wife with a reproduction of her childhood home.
GOLF
At Odessa Country Club, members play their choice of two top-flight courses and enjoy swimming pools, tennis courts and a fitness center, among other amenities. The cityowned public course, Ratliff Ranch Golf Links, also offers camps, clinics and a pro shop. www.odessacc.com, www.ratliffranchgolfodessa.com
JACK BEN RABBIT “JACKRABBIT JAMBOREE”
The world’s largest jackrabbit arrived in Odessa in 1962, when John Ben Shepperd was the Odessa Chamber of Commerce president. He rustled up the statue to pay tribute to the Odessa Rodeo’s annual jackrabbit
roping competition. The 8-foot-tall rabbit now draws visitors and media attention from all over the world. In addition to Jack Ben, there are 31 uniquely painted jackrabbits throughout Odessa. Visit the Discover Odessa website for a map of each jackrabbit’s location. www.discoverodessa.com
ODESSA JACKALOPES
With 50 days’ more sunshine than the national average, Odessa wouldn’t seem like a natural spot for ice hockey. Don’t tell that to the Odessa Jackalopes, the North American Hockey League team that plays at Ector County Coliseum from September to April. www jackalopes.org
ODESSA METEOR CRATER
The Odessa Meteor Crater is one of the largest in the country, around 550 feet in diameter. Learn more about the National Natural Landmark created over 63,500 years ago at the Thomas Rodman Museum and Visitor Center. www.odessameteorcrater.com
MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAIL
The Permian Basin Bicycle Association built and maintains the Odessa Mountain Bike Park in east Odessa. The parks is over 11 miles of trail inside 95 acres. There are trails for all riders from beginner to intermediate to expert. Riders must be a current member of the PBBA or require a daily pass.
PARKS
Trails, pavilions, basketball, disc golf, pickleball and tennis courts and horseshoe pits are among numerous amenities at Odessa’s Parks and Recreation facilities. Also, a short drive from the city, three state and national parks provide breathtaking
scenery from miles of trails and picnic spots. Monahans Sandhills State Park is 30 minutes away and Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico and Big Bend National Park are close enough for magnificent day trips.
www.odessatxparks.org
THE HISTORIC PECOS DEPOT
“Billy” hangs out at the Pecos Depot. Or so folks say. He’s a ghost known for pranks and loitering, if not for his taste in the ambiance and Texas-sized dishes at the adjacent Barn Door Steakhouse. www.odessabarndoor.com
PERFORMING ARTS
The Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, Globe Theater, and Ector Theater are the major performing-arts centers presenting Broadway musicals, the West Texas Symphony and marquee concerts from rock to Texas’s most popular musicians. www.wagnernoel.com, www.ectortheatre.com
RACEWAYS
Caprock Motorplex’s state-of-the-art drag strip gets your motors running. Rim Rock Raceway maintains leading rental karts at the premier karting facility. www.caprockmotorplex.com, www.rimrockkarting.com
RATLIFF STADIUM
Ratliff Stadium serves as the iconic backdrop for Friday Night Lights. Opening its gates in 1982, the stadium accommodates around 18,000 enthusiastic fans who passionately support their hometown football team from the stands. The palpable school pride becomes especially tangible during intense hometown rivalry games held within the stadium.
SPRAYGROUNDS
The latest entry in Odessa’s parks and recreation ecosystem is the Junior League Jurassic Jungle Spray ground at UTPB Park, where children splash among dinosaurs. The jungle of water is filled with spraying, dumping, sliding and cascading water features. McKinney Park is another spray ground with a very cool splash tower that looks like an old oil derrick. Both are free.
www.odessatxparks.org/facilities-parks/
STONEHENGE REPLICA
The University of Texas of the Permian Basin’s campus features a reproduction of prehistoric Stonehenge, the iconic, enigmatic ring of stones that stand in southwestern England. Odessa’s set piece of about 20 stones draws visitors from all over. www.utpb.edu
Friday Night Lights: 2004 movie gave Permian football national exposure
In the wide world of football movies, where drama both on and off the field captivate audiences, it’s no wonder that Hollywood was attracted to the West Texas area, resulting in the movie Friday Night Lights.
The American sports drama film in 2004 was directed and co-written by Peter Berg. The storyline follows the players and coach of a high school football team in Odessa. Based on the book, Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team and A Dream by H.G. Bissinger, the story follows the 1988 Permian High School Panthers football team in their journey to the state championship.
In 2006, the NBC television series premiered under the same name. The scene starts in the preseason practice in August 1988 in Odessa forecasting the high demand to win
the state championship with James “Boobie” Miles, their star running back. Several storylines develop as players’ lives unfold with personal pressures and their high school lives.
Friday Night Lights did become a big hit and was recognized by its peers in the industry.
The American Film Institute named it AFI’s Top 10 Film of the Year in 2004, AFI’s 10 Top 10 in 2008, and named #37 in 50 Best High School Movies by Entertainment Weekly.
The film also captured the Best Sports Movie ESPY Award.
In a movie, unless it’s a documentary, fiction is part of the script.
According to Wikipedia, Permian was portrayed as a single large high school in a small West Texas town. The truth was that Odessa was a
booming city with nearly 100,000 people at the time. The metropolitan area, combining populations from both Midland and Ector counties, totaled nearly 250,000.
There were other portrayals of the community that the film changed.
Permian was and still is one of two high schools in the 5A division in Odessa. The other is Odessa High School, which was never mentioned in the film. The two actually have a rivalry called the “Civil War.”
In addition, Ratliff Stadium, which was used for the Permian football practices, wasn’t their actual location. Practice was typically held at their campus. Ratliff Stadium, located on the north side of town of town, is used by both Odessa and Permian.
Friday Night Lights
Some of the movie scenes from Friday Night Lights were filmed at Ratliff Stadium.
the FutUre belongs to Odessa
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center stands at the forefront of health
education, fuelled by the same grit and spirit that has remained at the heart of Odessa since 1999. We are home to many of the university’s programs, including our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, our Doctor of Physical Therapy program and our Doctor of Medicine program.
Our dedication drives change. We are The Future of Health.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
JANUARY
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• THE SANDHILLS STOCKSHOW & RODEO sandhillsssr.com
• SILVER SPUR TRADE SHOW silverspurtradeshows.com
• MAP MOTORSPORTS mapmotorsports.com
FEBRUARY
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• ODESSA COLLEGE NIRA RODEO wranglersports.com
MARCH
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• SILVER SPUR TRADE SHOW silverspurtradeshows.com
• BRIAR PATCH TRADE DAYS briarpatchodessa.com
• WRIGHT’S AMUSEMENT CARNIVAL wrightscarnival.com
APRIL
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• WRIGHT’S AMUSEMENT CARNIVAL wrightscarnival.com MAY
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• VIVA LA FIESTA vivafiestaodessa.com
JUNE
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION odessabcc.org
• WEST TEXAS JAZZ PARTY wtjs.org
• SILVER SPUR TRADE SHOW silverspurtradeshows.com
• PARKS LEGADO FARMERS MARKET parkslegado.com
JULY
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• FIRECRACKER FANDANGO odessa-tx.gov
• PARKS LEGADO FARMERS MARKET parkslegado.com
AUGUST
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• PARKS LEGADO FARMERS MARKET parkslegado.com
• SILVER SPUR TRADE SHOW silverspurtradeshows.com
SEPTEMBER
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• AN AMERICAN TRIBUTE odessatxparks.org
• PERMIAN BASIN FAIR & EXPO permianbasinfair.com
• COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE
HIGH SKY WING AIRSHO airsho.org
• BRIAR PATCH TRADE DAYS briarpatchodessa.com
• PARKS LEGADO FARMERS MARKET parkslegado.com
OCTOBER
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• FALL FESTIVAL odessatxparks.org
• DIA DE LOS MUERTOS odessa.tx.gov
• SILVER SPUR TRADE SHOW silverspurtradeshows.com
• PARKS LEGADO FARMERS MARKET + PUMPKIN PATCH parkslegado.com
NOVEMBER
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• ODESSA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL odessaarts.org
• MERRY MARKETPLACE jlodessa.org
• SILVER SPUR TRADE SHOW silverspurtradeshows.com
DECEMBER
• FIRST FRIDAY firstfridayodtx.org
• STARBRIGHT VILLAGE odessa-tx.gov
• ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING odessatxparks.org
• PARKS LEGADO CHRISTMAS TREE MARKET parkslegado.com
• JUNIOR LEAGUE CHRISTMAS CARRIAGE RIDES jlodessa.org
• PARADE OF LIGHTS odessa-tx.gov
Concerts, comedy shows deliver entertainment for Permian Basin residents, visitors
Odessa has several entertainment venues that host concerts, performing arts, sports and comedy shows. The venues attract some of the top acts in the country.
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center (Wagner Noël PAC) is a performing arts venue located between the cities of Midland and Odessa, just off Highway 191. Wagner Noël PAC is owned by The University of Texas at the Permian Basin and is managed by SMG. It houses an 1,827-seat main concert hall and 200-seat in the ReaGreathouse Recital Hall, as well as the Music Department of University of Texas at the Permian Basin.
Since opening its doors in 2011 the Wagner Noël PAC has hosted a yearly average of 150 performances including some of the biggest names in entertainment. Past performers include Rod Stewart, Santana, Tony Bennett, Jerry Seinfeld, The Beach Boys, Diana Ross, Oliva Newton-John, Heart
and Gabrielle Iglesias.
It is also the host venue for the Midland-Odessa Symphony and Chorale season and is the exclusive venue for the Broadway in the Basin Series.
For more information, please visit www.WagnerNoel.com or follow @WagnerNoel_PAC on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Ector County Coliseum
The 42-acre Ector County complex is located at the corner of 42nd Street and Andrews Highway. The coliseum seats 8,000 and located 10 minutes from 2,000 hotel rooms.
Home of the NAHL Odessa Jackalopes hockey team, and Permian Basin International Oil Show, the complex is also host to a wide variety of events which include: concerts, conventions, rodeos, trade shows, festivals, ice shows, motor sports, Broadway shows, weddings, anniversaries and more.
For more information, visit their website at www.ectorcountycoliseum. org or call 432-366-3541.
The Ector Theatre
The newly renovated historic Ector Theatre is located in downtown Odessa, 500 N. Texas Avenue and is a venue for live music and comedy shows and other events.
The Ector opened its doors in 1951 and was completely restored as part of the City of Odessa’s downtown revitalization effort. It reopened in April of 2021 and plans to continue to bring world class entertainment to West Texas.
For more information, visit their website at www.theector.com or call 432-227-0103.
La Hacienda Events Center
Located at 12610 Texas 191 Frontage Road between Odessa and Midland, LaHacienda Event Center features top concerts in the Permian Basin. In addition, the venue also hosts weddings, company parties, banquets and trade shows and more.
For more details, visit their website at www.haciendamidland.com or call 432-563-3737.
The newly renovated Ector Theatre is a music-friendly venue, located in downtown Odessa.
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ODESSA CHURCHES CHURCHES
• Antioch Christian Church, 432-366-5617, 4040 Maple Ave., www.antiochchristian.org
• Asbury United Methodist Church, 432-366-4455, 4001 East University Blvd., www.asburyumcodessa.org
• Beacon Baptist Odessa, 432-362-8456, 2119 North Grandview Ave., www.beaconbaptistodessa.com
• Bible Baptist Church, 432-332-8827, 2801 Iola Dr., www.biblebaptistodessa.com
• Catholic Churches of South Odessa, 432-337-2213, 907 S Dixie Blvd., www.sanangelodiocese.org/
• Central Baptist Church, 432-337-6417, 1416 N. Texas, www.centralodessa.org
• Circle J Cowboy Church, 432-559-6439, 300 W. 31st St.
• Chapel Hill Baptist Church, 432-550-6080, 1820 East 52nd St., www.chapelhill-baptistchurch.e-zekielcms.com
• Community Bible Church, 432-363-4232, 6130 E. 56th St. www.cbcodessa.org
• Connection Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 432-332-2954, 4241 Tanglewood, 432-332-2954
• Crossroads Fellowship, 432-368-2500, 6901 E. Highway 191, www.crchurch.cc
• First Odessa Espanol 601 N. Lee Odessa, Texas 79761 432-339-0740
• First Methodist Church, Odessa, 432-337-1527, 415 N. Lee Ave. www.fmcodessa.org
• First Odessa, 432-337-1524, 709 N. Lee Ave. www.fbcodessa.com
• First Presbyterian Odessa, 432-337-3526, 1401 North Sam Houston Ave., www.fpcodessa.org
• First United Pentecostal Church, 432-653-1109, 1700 N. Texas Ave., www. firstupc.com
• Grace Christian, 432-335-0117, 3450 Billy Hext Road, www.graceodessa.com
• Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 432-580-4295, 2633 Conover Ave., http://holyredeemerodessa.com
• Hope Alive Church, 432-332-4673, 305 E. 19th, https://myhopealive.church
• Iglesia Del Camino – Church of the Way, 432-332-9300, 903 South County Road West, www.iglesiadelcamino.net
• Immanuel Baptist Church, 432-366-4439, 4020 E. University, https://immanuealodessa.com
• Life Unlimited Church, 432-362-1911, 4224 NE Loop 338, www.lifeunlimitedchurch. com
• Lutheran Church-The Risen Lord, 432-362-2549, 1603 N. Grandview Ave., http://lcrl.org
• Messiah Texas, 432-638-2329, 3319 Golder Ave., www.messiahtexas.com
• Ministries Embassy Christian, 432-333-3474, 401 N. Kelly Ave.
• Mission Dorado Baptist Church, 432-561-8553, 4142 Faudree Rd., www.mdbc.church
• Mission Messiah, A New Creation, 432-580-5222, 1213 W. 2nd St., http://missionmessiah.org
• New Life Chapel, 432-337-1000, 914 N. Texas Ave.
• Northside Baptist Church, 432-366-3679, 100 W. 50th St., http://nsbc-tx.org/
• Odessa Bible Church, 432-337-3944, 3901 Penbrook Street, www.odessabible.org
• Odessa Christian Faith Center, 432-368-7714, 9000 Andrews Hwy., http://ocfc.org
• Odessa First Nazarene Church, 432-362-0206, 2223 Lyndale Dr. www.odessanaz.com
• Odessa Gospel Lighthouse Church, (432) 366-8193, 4800 NE Loop 338
• Odessa Tabernacle, (432) 368-0240, 2406 Oakwood Dr.
• Odessa-Westview Church of God, (432) 288-5231, 2105 N. Moss Ave.
• Prayer House Church of God in Christ, (432) 333-4250, 404 Foster Ave.
• Rose Of Sharon Baptist Church, (432) 332-1751, 1615 E Murphy St.
• Sherwood Church of Christ, 432-366-3641, 4900 N. Dixie Blvd, https://sherwoodcofc.org
• St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 432-367-4657, 7601 N. Grandview Ave. www.setonaprshodessa.org
• St. John’s Episcopal Church, 432-333-6022, 401 N. County Rd. West
• St. Joseph Catholic Church, 432 -337-2213, 907 S. Dixie Blvd.
• St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, (432) 366-8866, 1601 E. 42nd
• Stonegate Odessa Church, 432-614-6705, 4240 Preston Smith Rd. https://sgo.church
• Sunset Heights Baptist Church, (432) 332-7727, 2401 W. 16th S.
• Tanglewood Church Of Christ, (432) 366-3619, 1329 Tanglewood Ln.
• Texas And Clements Church Of Christ, (432) 580-0049, 1201 S. Texas Ave., www.texasandclementscoc.com
• The Bridge UMC, (432) 363-0900, 3901 E. Yukon, www.thebridgeodessa.org
• The Church in Odessa, (432) 3336190, 2224 W. Interstate 20, http://churchinodessa.org/
• Tree Of Life, (432) 332-3689, 1325 E 4th St., www.tree-life.com
• Unity of West Texas, (432) 337-7851, 210 E. 12th S., www.unityofwesttexas.com
• Westminster Presbyterian Church, 432-366-1321, 4901 Maple Ave., https://www.wpcodessa.com
• West Odessa First Baptist Church Odessa, (432) 381-0753, 11300 W. University Blvd., www.westodessafbc.com
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Oil and gas industry fuels Permian Basin’s economy ECONOMY
In spite of a global pandemic and the periodic ups and downs of the oil & gas industry, Odessa and the rest of West Texas continue to thrive, according to Renee Earls, IOM, President/CEO of the Odessa Chamber of Commerce.
The oil and gas economy has an important role in the economy here.
“We saw new businesses come online and welcomed a large number of transient workers who called Odessa their new home. Industries were at peak productivity, and economists saw this growth and boom lasting well into the future,” said Earls, who has served the Chamber since 2016.
When COVID hit in 2020, the region rallied not only to weather the deadly pandemic but also to tackle head-on the various economic challenges it inflicted.
“Odessans are resilient, and our ability to handle the ups and downs of our economy probably better prepared our community for this unprecedented time,” Earls said. “As a result, it didn’t take that long for our economy to get back on the growth track once the pandemic subsided.”
The Permian Basin has a long history with oil when drilling began in the 1920s. Production started to increase with the use of hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, according to ArescoTX.com’s article, The History of Permian Basin Oil.
Odessa, a small ranching and farming town, discovered oil in 1926, and by 1930 was an established oil center.
The article reported that in 1940, the world-wide event, “Little International Oil Show,” premiered in Odessa, which was considered a boomtown by then. During World War II, there was a pause,
but by 1950, oilmen revived the project. It continued to grow, and the name was changed to The Permian Basin International Oil Show. In 2025, this show, held in October, is scheduled to have more than 750 oil and gas related companies exhibiting in 1,200 spaces. It is one of the largest Petroleum Expositions in the world today.
Earls said energy impacts every business in the community. Odessa is home to all types of business including manufacturing, distribution, hospitality, retail, financial, healthcare, education and others.
Said Earls: “We have a saying in Odessa: ‘We are ALL in the oil business in Odessa.’ We welcome diversification of all types, and we’ve seen some of that over the years. All of those businesses also rely on the main economic driver for our area, and that is mainly oil and gas, with wind and solar also part of the energy mix.
“The future is bright for the Permian Basin and our Odessa Chamber is proud to lead the way.” Renee Earls, Odessa Chamber of Commerce President/CEO
“I began serving as a Chamber volunteer in the early 1990’s when I chaired the original ‘Buy the Basin’ campaign, which focused on buying local,” she said. “Ironically, we brought that campaign back to life recently as it became so apparent that our locallyowned businesses are what make this community thrive.
“I served on the Chamber board for several terms and had the privilege of Chairing the Board of Directors in 2010. My longtime involvement in the Chamber and my absolute love for my hometown enabled me to take on this staff position. I believe I have the best job, and I am honored to promote Odessa each and every day. I wouldn’t live anywhere else.”
The Permian Basin’s history with the oil industry dates back about a century, when drilling began in the 1920’s.
Odessa College offers degrees, certificates in 24 different fields
Odessa College, located at 201 West University Blvd, is a public junior college in Odessa.
The college serves the people of Ector County and the Permian Basin. It was established in 1946 and currently enrolls more than 5,500 annually in its universityparallel and occupational/technical courses, and more than 7,000 students annually in lifelong learning and enrichment programs annually.
Students can earn degrees and certificates in 24 different fields. Popular programs include: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Health Professions and Related Programs, and Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services.
Odessa College was founded in 1946 as Odessa Junior College. The college dropped “Junior” from its name around 1976.
In 1999, an Odessa doctor and his wife donated a 27,000-square-foot building in Pecos to house the new Pecos Technical Training Center of Odessa College. After renovations to the building made possible by an $860,000 Economic Development Administration grant, the center now houses administrative and faculty offices, technical and vocational learning labs and a student lounge. The new center enables Odessa College to improve and expand its long-established extension education program in Pecos.
The latest major addition to the main campus in Odessa is the $45 million Wood Health Sciences Building, an 83,000-squarefoot state of the art health sciences facility that includes the Medical Center Health System Simulation Hospital.
Odessa College is ranked #1,240 out of 2,576 schools in the nation for overall quality on College Factual’s 2022 Best Colleges list. Odessa College is also ranked
#71 out of 136 schools in Texas.
ABOUT ODESSA COLLEGE
• Odessa College is an Aspen Prize Top 10 Community College. #AspenPrize
• 5,578 students enrolled in career, technology, workforce & transfer programs – this represents a 20% increase in enrollment over the past 10 years.
• 7,472 students enrolled in lifelong learning and enrichment programs annually.
• 120+ Associate and Certificate Degree Programs • 93% of OC students completed the course they started in the Fall of 2015
• 98% of Graduates would recommend OC to their friends
• Eight Student Athlete Academic All Americans – student athletes achieving at least a 3.30 cumulative GPA, who start more than 50 percent of all games and make significant contributions to the team
• ADN (Associate Degree Nursing) Pass Rate is 93.75%
• PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Pass Rate is 100%
• Fire Technology Pass Rate is 100%
• 88% of OC employees donate to the student success scholarship campaign
• $8 million in scholarships, state and
federal aid awarded to students
• 444 full and part-time employees annually
ACCREDIATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ARTICULATION
Odessa College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, associate degrees and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 300334097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Odessa College.
OC’s offerings are approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
For those who wish to continue their education beyond an associate’s degree, OC has more than 50 articulation/transfer agreements with colleges across the country.
For more information, visit their website at https://www.odessa.edu/
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