Odessa water uses chlorine only for four weeks
The City of Odessa will temporarily disinfect the water supply with pure chlorine for about four weeks replacing the previous chlorine ammonia mix. Residents may smell chlorine but should not worry. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has been notified and approves the change. For details call Utilities Director Thomas Kerr at 432-335-4625.
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CAF relocation locations under consideration for national airbase
The Commemorative Air Force board released eight candidate sites for the CAF National Airbase. Potential spots include Alliance Airport Fort Worth Collin County Airport McKinney Dallas Executive Airport Ellington Field Houston Lackland Kelly San Antonio New Century Airport Kansas City North Texas Regional Sherman Dennison and Smyrna Smyrna Tenn. In October CAF members will authorize final selection.
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County to make smokers pay Budget hearing action
County commissioners moved to impose a 3 percent premium increase on health insurance for tobacco users as part of the budget discussion. They tabled elected official raises and debated automatic raises, with concerns about government intrusion and setting a health risk precedent.
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Dale Childers
Greg Simmons
Childers
Mojo Legend Ryan Evon Odessa American
A short note highlights Ryan Evon as a notable figure linked to Odessa American coverage, celebrating local sports or culture contributions. The item notes community recognition and ties to Odessa, Texas, with emphasis on regional identity and fame within the area.
Ex Permian coach saluted as Hall of Honor inductee
John Wilkins and Gary Gaines, long time Permian football figures, are highlighted as Gaines is inducted into the Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor at a luncheon in Fort Worth. The piece recalls their early rivalry years at Permian and Gaines succeeding Wilkins as head coach in 1986.
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Lloyd Hill
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Fort Worth
Texas High School Coaches Association
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Permian High School
Gary
Gaines
Wilkins
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Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of
Third special session to focus on road funding
Odessa state representative Tryon Lewis opposed a Monday road funding measure, arguing it would permanently divert Rainy Day Fund resources and leave Texas vulnerable during downturns. He emphasized West Texas road needs and said the state could spare funds now.
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Odessa
Tryon Lewis
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