Third annual An American Tribute volunteers sought in Odessa
The City of Odessa and American State Bank call for volunteers to assemble and place 3 000 flags for a Sept 10 ceremony beginning at 9 11 a.m. A 10 a.m. memorial honors Sept 11 2001 victims and today’s first responders. Proceeds from memorial flags and shirts fund nursing scholarships and the Odessa Parks Foundation. For info call 580 2353.
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Police: Permian case echoes Columbine but not magnitude
Odessa police say a 16 year old boy had bomb components at home and two male suspects ages 15 and 16 face third degree felony charges for possessing explosive components with intent. Police caution the case has only early Columbine echoes and no imminent threat. See STUDENTS Page 2B
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Columbine
Columbine High School
Pipes
Jim Bobo
Odessa
Bomb materials found at home tied to two Permian High students
Police received a report of bomb making materials in a home on Piedmont Street. Foster parents of a 16 year old accused student called in the tip, leading to a second suspect, a 15 year old. Both youths, Permian High School students, remained in custody at the Ector County Youth Center.
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Piedmont Street
David Tavarez
Permian High School
Ector County Youth Center
Odessa Police chief leads from street with command staff
Odessa Police Chief Chris Pipes says top officers will spend two hours weekly on community engagement to stay connected with street realities. Deputy Chief Lou Orras and others describe the shift as formalized, with unmarked cars and nonuniform presence to gather insights and build camaraderie while handling lower priority calls.
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Odessa
Chris Pipes
Pipes
Lou Orras
Criminal Investigation Bureau
Ivory Towers
Orras
MOSC Moves to Mid-Cities Church for 2005 2006 Season
The Midland-Odessa Symphony and Chorale will partner with Mid-Cities Community Church, moving three of four masterworks concerts to the Frisco venue. MOSC cites audience surveys, aesthetics, and a large seating capacity with multimedia capabilities as reasons. Pastor Jim Martin praised the collaboration.
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Mid-Cities
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Odessa Sees Growth Amid Oil Boom echoing across town
Odessa forges ahead with housing booms and new businesses at UT Permian Basin Odessa College and medical offices. Major employers like Family Dollar distribution center and Telvista call center expand jobs. Optimism persists despite boom bust cycles as oil demand stays strong and students may stay after graduation.
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Odessa
Telvista
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