0:01 / 1:24 Salvation Army of Odessa Back to School Shoe Limited Program

Odessa, Texas/July 14, 2024-The Salvation Army of Odessa held for the first time a Back-to-School event. Parents with their school age children signed up for a shoe voucher to be used beginning July 23rd. 

(Capt. Robert Coristion, Commanding Officer-Salvation Army/Odessa-Midland, Texas) 

Funding was provided by a local newspaper as well as from private donations. 500 school age kids benefited from this limited shoe program. 

(Capt. Robert Coriston, Commanding Officer-Salvation Army/Odessa-Midland, Texas) 

The Salvation Army of Midland also had the Back-to-School Shoe event on the same day and time. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

New Ector County Republican Party Leadership Swearing-In Ceremony and First Board Meeting

Odessa, Texas/July 12, 2024-The Ector County Republican Party recently held a swearing in ceremony of the new and re-elected Precinct Chairs and the newly elected Party Chair Donna Kelm. Supporters and guests along with State Representative, District 81 Brooks Landgraf, State Senator Kevin Sparks of the 31st District and John Beckmeyer, Odessa City Manager attended the special ceremony. 

(Donna Kelm, Party Chair-Ector County Republican Party/Odessa, Texas) 

After the swearing in ceremony the new Ector County Republican Party leadership held their first board meeting to address issues regarding the By-Laws and vote on resolutions. 

(Donna Kelm, Party Chair-Ector County Republican Party/Odessa, Texas) 

Brandon W. Hodges who was elected to the State Republican Executive Committee to Represent Texas Senate District 31 spoke at the swearing in ceremony and first ECRP board meeting. 

(Brandon W. Hodges, Elected to the State Republican Executive Committe/Representing Texas Senate District 31) 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

 

 

Cal Hendrick Announces His Candidacy for Mayor for the City of Odessa

Odessa, Texas/July 10, 2024-Cal Hendrick announced on Wednesday, July 10th to a full house of supporters at City Council Chambers his candidacy for Mayor for the City of Odessa. Mr. Hendrick gave a brief outline of issues affecting the city and its residents. 

(Cal Hendrick, Candidate for Mayor for the City of Odessa, Texas) 

Many entrepreneurs and small business owners are finding it difficult to set up business in Odessa due to impact fees, permitting and over regulation. Cal Hendrick believes that Odessa has to be competitive and will look at city ordinances that hinder new business growth. 

(Cal Hendrick, Candidate for Mayor for the City of Odessa, Texas) 

Cal Hendrick believes that being a lawyer and having well-developed critical thinking skills will help him as Mayor look at issues and find practical solutions to those issues. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

TXU Energy Sponsors Salvation Army Cooling Station and an Energy Aid Check

Odessa, Texas/July 8, 2024-TXU recently announced that it is sponsoring a cooling station at the Salvation Army in Odessa and Midland. The summer months are extremely hot, and staying cool and safe is very important.   

(Kim Campbell-Senior Manager/Customer Advocacy-TXU Energy) 

There is no charge to enter the cooling station. Water, entertainment and games are provided at both Salvation Army locations. 

(Kim Campbell-Senior Manager/Customer Advocacy-TXU Energy) 

TXU Energy presented an Energy Aid check to the Salvation Army of Odessa and Midland to help TXU Energy customers in a crisis situation pay their electric bill. 

(Lt. Jacobs Gilliam, Associate Corp. Officer-Salvation Army/Odessa, Texas) 

TXU Energy reminds to also reach out to West Texas Opportunities or call 211. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

VFW Post 4372 July 4th Independence Day Vendors Market & Family Picnic Celebration

Odessa, Texas/July 6, 2024-The VFW Post 4372 located at 208 E. 63rd St. Held an Independance Day Celebration vendors market and picnic. Vendors sold a wide variety of items from fashion, woodworking, arts and crafts and all types of eats and treats. 

(Janey Guerrero, Realtor/Business Owner and Vendor-VFW Post 4372/Odessa, Texas) 

Kids of all ages enjoyed fun water activities, and families were treated to free Hamburgers Hotdogs and drinks. 

(Rick Mitchell, Post Commander-VFW Post 4372/Odessa, Texas) 

Over 200 people visited the VFW July 4th Vendor’s Market and picnic that included fireworks provided by Truckload Fireworks. VFW Post 4372 plan to add more attractions to next year’s July 4th‘s Independence Day celebration. 

(Rick Mitchell, Post Commander-VFW Post 4372/Odessa, Texas) 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Raza Style Ministry Holds Water Baptism and Bike Blessing at Floyd Gwin Park

Odessa, Texas/July 2, 2024-Raza Style Ministry recently held its first annual Water Baptism and Bike Blessing at Floyd Gwin Park. Several food vendors and arts and crafts booths participated in the special event. 

(Robert Ceniseros, Raza Style Ministry-Odessa, Texas) 

Several Men and Women, boys and girls were water baptized at the public park event. 

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(Robert Ceniseros, Raza Style Ministry-Odessa, Texas) 

Follow Raza Style Ministry on social media for upcoming events. 

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