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Midland, TX, situated in the heart of West Texas, serves as a pivotal hub for the region's oil and gas industry.

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Rising costs and stagnant state funds pushed this West Texas school district to the financial brink

The Ector County school district boosted student learning but now faces financial uncertainty. It closed schools and cut costs to stay afloat, but it won’t slash teacher jobs.

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After three citywide water outages, Odessa will invest $25 million to fix infrastructure

The Odessa City Council approved the budget to replace nearly 200 water valves and 17,000 feet of pipe.

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Odessa residents face another water outage

The fast-growing Permian Basin city has faced years of water problems due to crumbling infrastructure. The system last shut off in May.

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For the first time, West Texas has a permanent LGBTQ+ community center

A local volunteer died by suicide ahead of the center’s grand opening, reminding the West Texas community why such spaces are important.

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Odessa shuts off entire water system due to leak in water line

It’s the second time in two years Odessa has lost water. Officials expect restoration within hours but boil-water notice to remain in effect until Monday.

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How do you get siblings to be nice to each other? Latino families have an answer

Over the past few decades, psychologists have begun to understand how parents across many cultures teach their children to build deep, fulfilling relationships with their siblings.

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North Carolina, North Georgia among those atop latest Bushnell/Golfweek coaches polls for men’s college golf

North Carolina, North Georgia, Methodist, Keiser, Odessa, Mississippi Gulf Coast are the No. 1 teams.

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Immigrant families on edge amid uncertainty over new Texas law

Advocates for immigrant rights say they worry the law could encourage racial profiling. The law’s authors say it won’t likely be enforced beyond the border.

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Deadly Russian Missile Strike Kills At Least 20 In Odessa

Russian missile strike in Odessa kills 20 people, including first responders. President Zelensky condemns the attack as cowardly. Ongoing danger faced by O...

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Ukrainian President Zelensky Narrowly Escapes Russian Missile Strike

Ukrainian President Zelensky narrowly escapes missile strike in Odessa, highlighting the urgent need for a bolstered air defense system in the region.

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Ambassador Bill Taylor Discusses Recent Strike In Ukraine

Discussion on recent strike in Odessa, Ukraine raises concerns about targeting leaders and highlights Russia's actions.

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Russian Strike Nearly Hits Ukrainian President's Convoy In Odessa

A strike near Ukrainian President Zelensky's convoy in Odessa raises concerns about escalating conflict with Russia, prompting a plea for more air defense ...

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Strike Hits Near Zelensky And Greek PM In Odessa

President Zelensky narrowly escapes strike in Odessa during meeting with Greek Prime Minister. Concerns raised over attack near NATO leader.

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Ukraine Under Attack: Desperate Search For Survivors Continues

Tragic drone strike in Odessa highlights urgent need for international support in Ukraine conflict.

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Russia escalates airstrikes on Ukraine, drones attack Odessa, casualty reported

Amid escalating tensions, Russia announces increased airstrikes on Ukraine. Drones attack Odessa, leaving 1 dead. Ukraine mourns as death toll rises.

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Russia intensifies airstrikes on Ukraine, drones target Odessa, casualties reported

Get the latest updates on the intensifying conflict in Ukraine as Russian airstrikes increase and Ukraine faces off against unmanned drones.

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Ukrainian Forces Thwart Drone Swarm; 20 Russian Drones Downed!

Explore the tense battlefield scenario of Russia's drone attacks in Ukraine, tracing the ruthless aerial assaults that risk innocent lives in Odessa.

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A Texas politician wants to provide emergency services to constituents who don’t have them. Will they let him?

In unincorporated West Odessa, residents relish their freedom. And they also go without basic services. Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett, a young Republican with Ronald Reagan good looks and politics, wants to change that.

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Texas schools asked voters for $18 billion in new debt to fix its campuses. They largely said yes.

The voter approval rate for school maintenance and construction costs dipped in 2021 after lawmakers required school boards to call them “tax increases.”

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In a hot oil and gas economy, a West Texas welder charts his own course one cup of coffee at a time

Fabian Maldonado has supported his Odessa family for years on his welding salary. Wanting more, he’s gambling that a mobile coffee trailer can withstand the booms and busts of the industry.

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In West Texas, schools hope skeptical voters will OK debt to upgrade crumbling, overcrowded buildings

The West Texas ethos of low taxes and small government has been hard for school leaders to overcome. Voters have rejected bond issues in Midland and Odessa during the last decade.

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Russian Aerial Attack Damages Odessa Port, Raises Concerns Over Grain Exports

Overnight drone and missile strike damages key Ukrainian port, impacting Black Sea grain exports and global food security.

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Odessa — known for oil and football — hopes a new multisport complex will draw tourists, renew pride

Leaders in the Permian Basin have been averse to major investment projects because of the boom and bust cycle of the oil business. They hope this project helps shift that thinking.

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The national debate over books has come to West Texas. And librarians are stuck in the middle.

West Texas residents are organizing over their love — or concern — for books. Meanwhile, from Lubbock to Midland and Odessa, librarians are trying to reaffirm libraries’ role as community hubs.

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