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Odessa marks July 4 with downtown parade, annual fireworks festival
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Joseph Sweeney , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 5, 2026
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Key points Information about the celebration is available from KMID ABC Big 2, a local news outlet serving the Permian Basin area, including Midland, Texas. An Americana-themed parade took place on North Texas Avenue.
The city of Odessa celebrated a significant national milestone with a parade and festival. An Americana-themed parade took place on North Texas Avenue. This event was part of the city's observance of the nation's founding anniversary.
The parade was followed by a festival that capped off the evening. Further details about the events can be found through local news sources.
Information about the celebration is available from KMID ABC Big 2, a local news outlet serving the Permian Basin area, including Midland , Texas.
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Category: safety Published: July 5, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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