The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the Permian Basin.

Just as Israel stood by me, I now stand by Israel,’ Egyptian-born minority rights activist tells ‘Post’ MAJED EL-SHAFIE ...

A WORLD-ending apocalypse will take place 35 years – according to a resurfaced letter by revolutionary scientist Sir Isaac Newton. The ominous prediction, made by the groundbreaking genius ...

BY CAREY KINSOLVING & FRIENDS “Lazarus died and he was Jesus’ buddy,” says Samuel, 5. We don’t often think of Jesus as having ...

During our lives on earth, we will face difficulties and challenges. Some are extreme and almost unbearable and require divine help and help from others to get through them. Below I will relate true ...