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All CategoriesFebruary Sales Tax Checkfrom:City Of OdessaThe City of Odessa received its February sales tax check in the amount of $3,559,425.22 This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real LivesaverAriana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When... Read more...Citizens Fire Academyfrom:City Of OdessaOdessans have the opportunity to gain an insider’s view of Odessa Fire/Rescue by participating in the 2012 Citizens Fire Academy. The academy is a hands on opportunity for... Read more...Water on the Road: Turn Around, Don’t Drownfrom:City Of OdessaHeavy rains are expected to move through portions of Texas this week. The National Weather Service and local emergency management officials urge Texans to avoid low water... Read more...Odessa Fire / Rescue Changesfrom:City Of OdessaThe Odessa Fire Department is now known as Odessa Fire/Rescue. The name change reflects the changing needs of the community and better reflects the diverse services provided by... Read more...City Of Odessa News - Interstate 20 Fatalityfrom:City Of OdessaLuis Moreno Bernal, date of birth August 21, 1991, died as a result of a traffic crash on Interstate 20.An investigation by officers in the Traffic Unit determined Bernal was... Read more...January Sales Tax Checkfrom:City Of OdessaThe City of Odessa received its January sales tax check in the amount of $2,410,990.32. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Odessa, Texas with AmericanTowns Odessa Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Ector County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Odessa organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Odessa is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around OdessaGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Odessa areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Texas’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that... Read more...City Offices Closed for New Year 2012from:City Of OdessaCity of Odessa offices will be closed Monday, January 2, 2012 in observance of the New Year. For more information please call Andrea Goodson, Public Information Coordinator, at... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Odessa in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in Texas is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk... Read more...An Invitation to our Odessa Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Odessa, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...Holiday Trash Pick Up Schedulefrom:City Of OdessaCity trash pickup services will not run after 12 noon on Friday, December 23. Trash pickup services will not run on Monday, December 26 and Monday, January 2.All trash needs to be... Read more...City of Odessa Offices Closed For Christmasfrom:City Of OdessaCity of Odessa offices will close at noon on Friday, December 23 and will be closed all day Monday, December 26 in observance of Christmas.Have a safe and Merry Christmas.For more... Read more...City Of Odessa News - Fatal Accidentfrom:City Of OdessaDate: December 19, 2011Type of Incident: Fatality Accident 11-22729Date/Time Occurred: December 18, 2011/4:46 A.M.Location: 800 Block of StandardSummary/Additional Information: On... Read more...Comanche Pond to be Stocked with Troutfrom:City Of OdessaThe City of Odessa Parks and Recreation Department will be stocking Comanche Pond with Rainbow Trout on Tuesday December 20, 2011. Anglers are invited to fish Comanche Pond, but... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in TexasPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Texas Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...City of Odessa News - Arson Arrestfrom:City Of OdessaOdessa Fire Investigators arrested Billy Trevino Jr., date of birth October 17, 1989, for arson. Firefighters responded to a structure fire at 1104 Harris on November 29 at 3:48... Read more...City Tree Lighting Ceremony and Starbright Villagefrom:City Of OdessaThe Christmas season starts with the City of Odessa Tree Lighting CeremonyOdessa Mayor Larry Melton will flip the switch to light up the City’s 50 foot tall Christmas tree,... Read more...Turkey Fryers - Not Worth The Riskfrom:City Of OdessaOutdoor gas-fueled turkey fryers cook up juicy turkeys in a fraction of the time it takes to roast one in an indoor oven. However, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)... Read more...
AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...
Odessa Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...November Sales Tax Checkfrom:City Of OdessaOdessa, TX - The City of Odessa received its November sales tax check in the amount of $3,020,528.29. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The... Read more...Nationwide Emergency Alert System Testfrom:City Of OdessaThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be conducting the first ever nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System... Read more...Odessa Fire Department Announces Promotional Ceremonyfrom:City Of OdessaThe Odessa Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Steve Robinson and Travis Jones to EngineePlease join us in celebrating these men and their accomplishments during... Read more...Voluntary Cease Outdoor Wateringfrom:City Of OdessaCity officials would like to encourage residents to voluntary discontinue outdoor watering. Outdoor landscaping is not typically watered in the wintertime and to help reserve our... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Odessa Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Odessa elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all politics... Read more...Heritage Holiday Christmas Parade Of LightsThe annual Christmas Parade of Lights is scheduled and you’re invited to participate. To continue the success of the parade citizens are encouraged to get their creative juices... Read more...Carved Pumpkin ContestOdessa Parks and Recreation is calling for the community’s best carved pumpkins. Citizens and non-profit organizations are invited to compete in a Carved Pumpkin Contest... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Texas TXTexas Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Texas. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local... Read more...City Of Odessa News - Swearing Infrom:City Of OdessaThe Odessa Fire Department is adding a new firefighter to the roster of Odessa’s bravest. Lucas Lacey will be welcomed to the Odessa Fire Department during a swearing ceremony... Read more...
Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Odessa and across the country. With... Read more...City Of Odessa News - Utilities Emergency Response Drillsfrom:City Of OdessaCity Utility and Emergency crews will conduct emergency response evacuation and drills at the Bob Derrington Water Reclamation Plant (9600 S. County Road 1325) 10 a.m. Friday,... Read more...Central Fire Station Open Housefrom:City Of OdessaCitizens are invited to tour Central Fire Station, 1100 West Second Street, during an open house. Refreshments will be served and tours will be provided between 9 a.m. and noon.... Read more...October 2011 Sales Tax Checkfrom:City Of OdessaThe City of Odessa received its October sales tax check in the amount of $2,576,658.67. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of... Read more...Find Texas Corn Mazes - Get lost in a Texas haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Texas corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have October... Read more...Carved Pumpkin Contestfrom:City Of OdessaOdessa Parks and Recreation is calling for the community’s best carved pumpkins. Citizens and non-profit organizations are invited to compete in a Carved Pumpkin Contest during... Read more...Third Annual Free Fall Festfrom:City Of OdessaFall fun is scheduled during the Third Annual Free Fall Festival at McKinney Park, 625 West Pool Road. The Fall Festival will begin at 5 p.m. There will be games, jumpers,... Read more...
Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Texas TXWe have the best Texas apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Texas. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in and... Read more...September 2011 Sales Tax Checkfrom:City Of OdessaOdessa, TX - The City of Odessa received its September sales tax check in the amount of $2,390,290.69. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼... Read more...Back to School for Odessa - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Odessa! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...City Of Odessa News - Watering Times Adjustedfrom:City Of OdessaAn unintended low water pressure problem has resulted from the August 1 reduced watering times. To provide adequate water pressure for everyone in the community the ... Read more...Odessa Fire Department Swearing In CeremonyThe Odessa Fire Department is swearing in five new firefighters to the list of Odessa’s bravest.Mattew Sudell, Jarret Cotton, Steven Blair, Luke Raymond and George Armendariz... Read more...City of Odessa News: August Sales Tax Checkfrom:City Of OdessaThe City of Odessa received its August sales tax check in the amount of $2,988,244.24. This amount includes the Economic Development sales tax of ¼ cent. The City of Odessa... Read more...City Of Odessa News - Promotional Ceremony Scheduledfrom:City Of OdessaThe Odessa Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Quentin Dobmeier, Rex Scown, Darrell Johnston, Sam JordanPlease join us in celebrating these men and their... Read more...City of Odessa News - Pet Splashfrom:City Of OdessaThe City of Odessa Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the annual free event for K-9’s to end the summer with a splash.All dogs are invited to bring their owners to... Read more...City of Odessa News - New Water Restrictions Effective August 1, 2011from:City Of OdessaOdessa, TX -- Designated watering times are being reduced. Businesses and residents with an odd numbered address may water between 6 p.m. and midnight on Wednesdays and... Read more... |
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