Community foundation raises record funds at Chicago concert
Lewis noted the event grossed over $300,000, a new high for the Education Foundation’s annual concert series. Ce leste Potter said the foundation has raised more than $1 million since 2000, benefiting over 50,000 school children. Grants cover ecosystem studies to software, rated by a community committee from 1 to 10.
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Huey Lewis and the News Bring Night Lights to Odessa
Education Foundation hosted the world premiere of Friday Night Lights. Huey Lewis and the News performed 80s hits and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel and Jay Leno promoting Pineapple Express. They top attendance at Ector County Coliseum, beating Elvis and Garth Brooks.
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Isner Addresses ECISD Board At Public Hearing
ECISD board member Isner was the sole speaker at the public hearing criticizing the district’s reserve fund level. President Carol Gregg defended the district’s approach, saying districts must plan for rainy days and remain competitive in the region. The board approved a debt service rate of 0.0886, up from 0.0820 in 2007, with Tillman noting state funding reductions limit revenue growth.
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Unabomber objects to cabin display at Newseum
Theodore Kaczynski writes to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco protesting the Newseum exhibit featuring his 10 by 12 foot cabin. He argues the display violates victims’ wishes by publicizing the case, while Newseum officials defend the exhibit as examining news and law enforcement relations.
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