🌱 Odessa Men Charged In NJ For Drugs + Parks & Rec Upcoming Meetings

Good morning, Odessa-Midland! I'm Danielle Fallon-O’Leary and I'll be your new source for all the events, news, and general happenings in your town. Here is everything you need to know today in five minutes or less.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: An afternoon t-storm or two. High: 76 Low: 56.
• Thursday: Remaining warm with some sun. High: 81 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories today in Odessa-Midland:

1. Two Odessa men were charged with drug offenses in New Jersey. The police press release states that Camerino Hernandez-Atanacio and Alexis Araujo-Atanacio were transporting bulk shipments of narcotics, including two kilograms of fentanyl, through Bergen County. (Bergen County Prosecutor's Office)
2. This week, the City of Odessa Parks & Recreation Department plans to hold Sports Complex Feasibility Study Meetings. The Quality-of-Life Committee will help the Parks & Recreation department conduct engagement meetings on Wednesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday's meeting will take place at Lawndale Community Center and Thursday's is at Nimitz Middle School Cafeteria. (Odessa American)
3. GPR Ventures just purchased two industrial buildings in Midland. The properties –at 5301 Cholla Road and 3107 Antelope Trail bring up GPR Venture's Texas properties to three. It is expected that GPR will use these buildings in the same way as the rest of its portfolio: real estate opportunities for a select group of sophisticated investors. (Benzinga)

Today and tomorrow in Odessa-Midland:

Wednesday, March 8

• Tropical Odyssey: Book Babies Storytime at CENTENNIAL (10:30 AM)
• Tropical Odyssey: Toddler Tales Storytime at CENTENNIAL (11:30 AM)

Thursday, March 9

• Book Babies Storytime at Midland County Public Library (10:30 AM)
• League Night At Rimrock Raceway (12:00 PM)
• Anime Club at Midland County Public Library (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Odessa YMCA is hiring for its summer season. Among the available positions are lifeguards, swim instructors, pool managers, camp counselors, and more. (Odessa YMCA via Facebook)
• Congratulations to Marina Rodriguez! She recently received the Odessa Fire Rescue "Dispatcher of the Year Award," which is given to an individual who has demonstrated exemplary service in the line of duty. Marina has been dispatching for three years and stated that she loves every minute of it. (City of Odessa, TX via Facebook)
• The Midland Police Department offered residents some handy tips to keep their homes safe when they're away. These simple additions to your home can offer peace of mind and help keep you and your family safe. (Midland Police Department)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. I'll be back in your inbox soon with your next update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.