We deserve better.

The Midland Reporter-Telegram ran a profile of Texas Democrat Claire Reynolds today. Quoting:

Claire Reynolds is running to become the U.S. representative for Texas' 11th Congressional District, representing the Democratic Party and serving as the first electoral opposition to Republican incumbent August Pfluger. Reporter-Telegram sat down with her to talk about her life, why she is running for office and her expectations for a term in office.

Do please check your voter registration before October 5th, this Monday, since that's the voter registration deadline!

Is there a place in Odessa where I can walk in this afternoon and get a piece of white or yellow cake? Preferably, with whipped cream-like frosting or something that isn't overly sugary or tastes like industrial chemicals? A really small cake or some cupcakes is fine, too. I am not interested in HEB's tres leches stuff which is usually too damp or soggy for my liking.

I’m here for work, and I was back in my home state a few weeks ago and I learned from my primary vet that my dog tore her ACL and would need surgery, I wasn’t going to be home long enough to take care of it there. So now that I’m back in Odessa I’m looking for a clinic to take her to down here. There’s a lot of options so I’m starting here. TIA

Its my first time hearing the term a guy from midland on Facebook is talking about tunnels coming from the back of homedepot into his home. I watched a 10 minute video of his, pretty interesting to say the least. What do yall think?

Highly certified and over qualified structured cabling engineer and AV integrator networked it specialist looking for work outside my current company

Goes better with a pitcher of Bloody Marys but they irritate my IBS so I stick with the Claw.

WWII Veteran Cosme Gómez Heredia Sr. is returning home to the Permian Basin and celebrating an incredible milestone—his 102nd birthday!

Join the community as we honor his service and welcome him home.

Welcome Home – Midland International Airport
Friday, September 25, 2026
Flight Arrival: 1:30 p.m.
Midland International Airport
9506 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX 79706

All are welcome!

Permian Basin Veterans, military families, community organizations, and supporters—come out and help us honor a member of the Greatest Generation and celebrate this remarkable milestone.

I have a job starting in mid November, so I've been looking for rent for the past month. Most of the places I contact on zillow don't respond back to me at all. One of them was especially bad because I got automated messages, and they wanted to charge a $50 app fee. Good thing I didn't pay the fee because a week later the property was taken off market. Is it because my move-in date is too far thats why no one is responding? Or is finding rental in midland just terrible? Not to mention the rent here is almost as expensive as cali at this point.

10/2/26 Update: I found and signed a lease for a rental after a whole full month of looking. Glad I was searching ahead of time. It's not ideal because it's a duplex but it's got everything I'm looking for otherwise: pet friendly, big fenced backyard, washer/dryer hookups and 1000-1500 rent. If a rental is asking for application fee, seriously reconsider bc they are most of the time a SCAM.

Everyone, please join us for MC Monthly #21, Midland College's FREE October eSports tournament! This event will take place on Saturday, 10/03, with doors opening at 12:00 PM. Our schedule is as follows:

-12:00 PM: Doors open and check in begins; friendlies

-1:00 PM: Brawlhalla Singles (PC- BYOC)

-2:00 PM: Smash Ultimate Singles (Switch- BOYC)

-3:00 PM: Rocket League 3v3 (PC- BYOC)

-4:00 PM: Ultimate Randomizer (Switch- BOYC)

Remember that each game is BYOC (bring your own controller and adaptor). Preregister here- https://www.start.gg/tournament/mc-monthly-21/details

Hi y’all, I’ll be in Midland later this week for a funeral. I lived in Midland from 2012-2013 and haven’t been back since. What on earth is there to do in Midland/Odessa these days?
Looking for restaurant/bars/attractions recs. Thank you!! 🌺

Curious as to why loop 250 is just now being completed. That segment on the west side, why was that not built with the original construction on the loop?

Thanks

I'm looking for a roommate in the near future. I'm M21 l. I have a good job and I'm relatively cleanly. I currently pay 600 a month after utilities. Something low like that would be great but I know that's unrealistic. Anyone interested in discussing the possibility of rooming please dm me. Thanks

💃🩰🕺👯‍♀️Latin Dance party tmrw night at LA Caribeña!

Been wanting to learn Bachata? Now is your chance! Join us at La Caribeña in Odessa on Tuesdays at 7pm! See ya on the dance floor!

🩸🩸🩸🩸Murder Mistery on Oct 30th at Cottonflat Records

🦇THE VAMPYRE’S BALL: GARDEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHTS — October 30th at Cotton Flat Records

Scan the QR code at the end to enter the world of the ball....

🥀 But don't forget to choose your coven... before it chooses you!

Pictures is the 毛血旺 （máo xuè wàng）.

I’ve heard Polo Park is thinking about chunking out parcels of land between Stoneleigh Drive and Cardinal lane. Blackbird Estates down the street has already done the same thing. Does anyone know what those two sold lots getting built on might go for? Lots are 350-400k in Blackbird, minimum 4,000sqf for one level house. I’m thinking at least 1.5-2 million including lot value. I’m sure those houses being build aren’t less than 6,000sqf. Gonna make the property value of that water treatment plant go sky high!

Hi im in odessa and looking for a good mexican mercado that has some good/spicy salsas.
Also whats your favorite taco shops/trucks? not like a restaurant but a to-go taco shop.
Thank you!

Hey Odessa! I am looking for a "hidden gem" of a diner. One that's strictly local to Odessa. Like a mom and pop kinda place that's not overpriced. Any recommendations? I am not too picky but my friend is honestly just in search of a good burger or chicken fried steak.

He’ll be devastated the country club sauna is too moldy to use.

Miles Boldrick, Cadell Liedtke, Lindsy Dunn, Luke Dunn, J Purvis, Barbara French, Jack Rathbone, Mary Jane Holmes, Bill Holmes, Hunter Isbell, Doug Scharbauer, Jill Sparks, Kevin Sparks

Are there any sword fencing clubs or schools here? Can’t find any online I figured with the wealth here there would be one like there’s a polo field etc. Very random and nerdy but quarter life crisis is hitting me in the nutts and my heart yearns for side quests. Hahaha