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All aboard ‘The Polar Express’
For a trip to the North Pole, there’s no finer way to travel than on board The Polar Express.
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GUEST VIEW: Know your rights for public records
If you’ve seen news reports on suspicious state contracts or chemical waste pits or officials’ text messages in the Waco biker shootout, you may notice a recurring theme: Government records obtained through the Texas Public Information Act.
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UPDATE: Boy dies after car crashes into home, driver charged with intoxication manslaughter
A 4-year-old Sheffield boy died in a one-vehicle accident in which troopers reported the vehicle crashed into a home.
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Two troopers shot, suspect dead
Two DPS Texas Highway Patrol sergeants were shot Tuesday afternoon while assisting Texas Rangers in arresting a man with warrants out of Ward County.
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Permian Basin Fair: 40 years of fun
Officials with the First Basin Credit Union Permian Basin Fair and Expo announced country music star Trace Adkins will headline the 40th annual event among other additions Thursday.
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Today in History
On Aug. 11, 1965, rioting and looting that claimed 34 lives broke out in the predominantly b…
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Japan's team takes on South Africa in World Cup knockout
TOKYO (AP) — Before each match, Michael Leitch and his Japan squad have left the field in a battle-like formation after their warmup, each man…
UK lawmakers to vote on whether to delay Brexit decision
LONDON (AP) — Prime Minister Boris Johnson's plan to get Parliament to approve his divorce deal with the European Union was thrown into doubt …
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England into RWC semis after record-tying win over Australia
OITA, Japan (AP) — The strains of English rugby anthem "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" were already triumphantly swirling around Oita Stadium when …
The Latest: New Zealand leads Ireland 22-0 at halftime in QF
TOKYO (AP) — The Latest on Saturday at the Rugby World Cup in Japan (all times local):
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Local restaurant chain sold
Southwest Deli Group of Odessa was recently sold to Sun Holdings of Dallas.
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Odessa Parks and Recreation schedules annual Fall Festival
As cooler weather makes its way to West Texas, the City of Odessa’s Park and Recreation Department has scheduled their annual Fall Festival to allow families the opportunity to get outside and have some family fun.
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Council approves downtown building sale
The Odessa City Council voted to approve selling a building at 418 N. Grant Ave. to a partnership that plans to open a new restaurant and lounge downtown.
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ECISD seeking help to figure out PHS situation
The Ector County ISD Police are seeking help to figure out what led to Permian High School going into lockdown and evacuation mode Thursday.
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Two-vehicle accident kills 1, 3 hurt
A two-vehicle accident in Midland County has left one person dead and three injured.
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ECTOR COUNTY RESTAURANT REPORT: Oct. 3 through Oct. 9
These are the food inspection scores for Oct. 3 through Oct. 9 performed by the Ector County Health Department. Violations dock points, with a perfect score starting at 100.
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ECTOR COUNTY FELONY DISPOSITIONS: Oct. 14
The following is a list of felony dispositions from the Ector County District Clerk’s Office. Listed attorneys do not necessarily represent who was involved when the case was disposed. The prosecuting attorney was not listed unless otherwise stated.
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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Odessa High struggles in loss to Permian
For nearly two quarters, the crosstown showdown between Odessa High and Permian was shaping into a defensive struggle.
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Failed raid against El Chapo's son leaves 8 dead in Mexico
CULIACAN, Mexico (AP) — Mexican security forces aborted an attempt to capture a son of imprisoned drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman after finding themselves outgunned in a ferocious shootout with cartel henchmen that left at least eight people dead and more than 20 wounded, authorities said Friday.
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Texas Commission On The Arts And Texas Cultural trust now accepting applications for 2020 class of Texas young masters
AUSTIN Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) and Texas Cultural Trust are now accepting applications for the 2020 class of Texas Young Masters, a joint initiative that provides exemplary Texas-based arts students in grades 8-11 with the financial help needed to pursue advanced study in the areas of visual arts, literary arts, music, theatre, dance, musical theater, folk arts, and media arts.
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Church Fall Holiday Craft Bazaar
Highland United Methodist Church, 1808 N. Dixie Blvd., has scheduled a fall holiday craft bazaar at 9 a.m. Oct. 18.
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Fall/Holiday Craft Bazaar
Fall and Holiday Crafts, Homemade Items, Food, Gifts, Holiday Décor and More!!
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11th annual Fall Festival
The City of Odessa Parks & Recreation Department and Chevron has scheduled the 11th annual Fall Festival from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at McKinney Park, 625 W. Pool Road.
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Harvest Picnic Basket Auction Benefiting Permian Basin Adult Literacy Center
Join Permian Basin Adult Literacy Center on October 19, 2019 from 2:00-4:00 PM for our first ever Harvest Picnic Basket Auction on the lawn at the Museum of the Southwest. Enjoy live music provided by the talented Keeping Harvey Company and Kim and Joe Music, a pumpkin carving (or decorating) competition and bid on a unique picnic basket to help raise funds for our adult literacy program. Local food trucks will be on site to purchase tasty treats! The event is free to attend and fun for the whole family- just bring a blanket or chairs for seating. Contact adejong@pbalc.org if you would be interested in participating in the pumpkin carving competition or if you have any questions. We appreciate your support and are looking forward to hosting this community event!
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Harvest Picnic Basket Auction
The Permain Basin Adult Literacy Center has scheduled a Harvest Picnic Basket Auction from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Museum of the Southwest, 1705 W. Missouri Ave., Mdiland.
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BloodyBill.com Home of Def Con 1 & Circus of the Dead
BloodyBill.com Home of Def Con 1 & Circus of the Dead, 2215 W. Second St., has scheduled more than 7,000 square feet of haunts from 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, 30-31, Nov. 1. Admission is $10. Visit bloodybill.com.
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Midland-Odessa Symphony Corale Concert, “A Grand Night for Singing”
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center has scheduled Midland-Odessa Symphony Corale Concert, “A Grand Night for Singing” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at First Presbyterian Church of Midland, 800 W. Texas Ave., Midland. Box office hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Call 552-4452 or email at info@wagnernoel.com. Tickets available at 800-514-3849 or visit www.wagnernoel.com.
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Old Midland Trail of Horrors Night's
Old Midland Trail of Horrors Night's has been scheduled from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Oct. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, 30-31 at Old Midland Trail Of Horrors, 2512 W. Ohio Ave., Midland. All ages welcomed. Food vendors will be available outside the haunted house. Admission is $15 cash. VIsit tinyurl.com/yx95awsh.
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Texas Commission On The Arts And Texas Cultural trust now accepting applications for 2020 class of Texas young masters
AUSTIN Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) and Texas Cultural Trust are now accepting applications for the 2020 class of Texas Young Masters, a joint initiative that provides exemplary Texas-based arts students in grades 8-11 with the financial help needed to pursue advanced study in the areas of visual arts, literary arts, music, theatre, dance, musical theater, folk arts, and media arts.
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DPS chase suspect in residential Odessa
A chase that started in Andrews County led DPS officers and Ector County deputies on a high speed chase involving a white BMW around Odessa Friday afternoon.
Love Conquers Hate
Love conquers hate at halftime of El Paso Franklin vs. Odessa Permian game last night. Well done #Mojoband. #WestTexasStrong
Permian head coach Jeff Ellison
Permian head coach Jeff Ellison speaks with members of the Odessa American sports staff about the upcoming high school football season.
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Moses a symbol of humility
Deuteronomy 34:10-12 may say it best: “Since then, no prophet has risen in Israel like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face, who did all tho…
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PET OF THE WEEK: Red
Red, a 1- to 2-year-old male Heeler mix, needs to be adopted into a good home. Red is friend…
PET OF THE WEEK: Cliff
Cliff, a 1-year-old male Labrador mix, needs to be adopted into a good home. Cliff loves aff…
GOOD NEWS: Course Completion
Ector County Sheriff officers recently completed a 40-hour Mental Health Officer course. The training was held at the Midland C…
GOOD NEWS: Flag Donation
The Ector County Sheriff's office was recently gifted this beautiful flag. The flag, handmade by Emmanuel Ortega, was donated t…
ELAM: Seasonal weakness
"OPEC and its allies are considering deeper oil output cuts ahead of their December meeting …: the narrative continues to be gloomy”
OPEC Secretary General Mohammed Barkindo
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