Local United Way drive aims for five percent gain
Purser said 70 percent of United Way funds support youth programs and education. Dolores Baeza, once homeless, credited Salvation Army and Odessa Links funded by United Way for her life change. She described moving from homelessness to a steady job after training for a commercial driver’s license and securing work training new drivers.
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Odessa United Way and Odessa College kick off fundraising drive
Dolores Baeza recalls homelessness and finding help from Odessa Links and the Salvation Army. Beth Pursel and Odessa College president Gregory Williams praise the United Way Odessa College partnership as vital to the Permian Basin. Williams notes United Way funding supports 22 agencies with over 30 programs. Pursel cites yearly agency additions. A choreographed routine from Permian High School Panther Paws and balloon release marked the campaign’s official start. Williams quips about aiming to break another record this year.
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Endless Horizons Faces Campus Land Redevelopment
Landlord OC plans a new building by 2015 threatening the Endless Horizons record shop at 2525 Andrews Highway near DC's campus. Owner Rogers vows to survive and seek a new home while the mural and shop may fade as developments proceed, with the store’s future tied to the college and lease.
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West Texas oil boom panel shapes plan for water and growth
Forum on Midland Odessa and surrounding areas examines water use from the oilfield, infrastructure strain, and housing pressures as the boom persists into 2020. Panelists discuss water recycling, brackish fracturing fluids, electricity limits, man camps, price volatility, and the need for funding, with calls for a broad regional lobby and better long term planning.
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