August 2025

Buena Vista Independent School District held a ribbon cutting for its new school complex Wednesday, August 13, at 6:30 p.m. The public event took place outside the facility, which will open to students Monday, August 18.

Odessa Regional Medical Center hosts stroke life support training

The West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) is issuing an urgent call to action for community members to become volunteer drivers for its vital transportation program, aimed at supporting local Veterans.

Friday August 15 The final concert of the 2025 'Live at Zero Stone' series is this Friday, August 15, with Bryon Garrison. Bring your lawn chairs, ice chests, and picnic dinners to Zero Stone Park at 400 S Nelson and enjoy an evening of free live music.

New Books of the Week: A Mother’s Love by Danielle Steel Dreamslinger by Graci Kim Homemade Dog Food for Small Dog’s by Kelda Winter Hidden Truths by Lily Swartz Homemade Cat food Made Simple by Grace Maddie Reed Promptys by Gannaro Cirone Fort Stockton Public Library 500 N Water St Fort...

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March 25, 1946 – August 1, 2025 Asuncion “Chon” Mongarro Celaya, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 1, in Odessa, Texas.

The Fort Stockton Independent School District (FSISD) Board of Education approved the issuance of $42 million in unlimited tax school building bonds and advanced several key educational and facility initiatives during its regular meeting on Monday, July 28.

The Fort Stockton Independent School District has announced it will continue to operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) for the 2025-2026 school year, ensuring that all students receive breakfast and lunch at no charge.

Pecos County Memorial Hospital District has been recognized as a Texas Mother-Friendly Worksite designation. So far, they have achieved the “silver” level, a distinction that’s rare for the region.