Landgraf touts school finance reform moving through Texas House
Texas State Representative Brooks Landgraf outlines a package of school finance reforms HB 21 HB 23 and HB 30 aimed at reducing Robin Hood recapture and boosting state funding to lower local property taxes. He urges Senate action and highlights creating property tax relief for West Texas homeowners while preserving district autonomy. Landgraf serves District 81 including Andrews Ector Ward and Winkler counties. He is a cattle rancher lawyer and Odessa resident with family and scout credentials.
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United Way of Odessa Seeks Help for 2017 Campaign
Letter from Jeff Woltz, 2017 Campaign Chair, urges Odessans to support United Way. cites 18 percent rise in social service needs in 2016 and 72 770 nonprofit assistance requests, notes 22 partner agencies and 33 programs aiding feed the hungry house the homeless and aid abuse survivors. Promote Live United.
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McCain's decisive vote against skinny repeal alarms party lines
Guest View by Jane M Orient, M.D. analyzes Senator John McCain's pivotal nay on the Senate floor, framing it as a public stand amid fierce partisan debate over ObamaCare reform. The piece questions Democrats on pricing, subsidies, and Medicaid, and critiques partisan influence on health policy.
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Centenarian Zipline Highlight Shifts Palo Duro Canyon Boldly
Elvin Howell, 103, becomes the oldest rider on Palo Duro Canyon zipline joining 18 Carillon LifeCare residents on a 90 minute trip. The group, led by seniors in their 60s and 70s, plans future outings to Fredericksburg Caprock Canyons and Abilene Zoo as they pursue bucket list adventures and shared laughter amid no weight limit aside from 350 pounds.
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Odessa American Letter Submissions Guidance
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