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OPD, TxDOT urge drivers to practice school zone safety as classes resume
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Gabriella Meza , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information on school zone safety is available from local officials and transportation departments, such as the Odessa Police Department and TxDOT.
In Odessa, Texas, local officials are calling for increased caution from drivers as the new academic year begins. With school zones expected to see more activity, officials are reminding drivers to follow safety regulations. As classes resume, school zones will have increased enforcement.
Drivers are being urged to exercise extra caution in these areas. Further information on school zone safety is available from local officials and transportation departments, such as the Odessa Police Department and TxDOT.
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Category: schools Published: August 10, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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