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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 2015

Page

3

Americans hold steady as economy shows varied health

Despite stock market losses, Americans weather the downturn with strong hiring and rising home values. Unemployment has fallen to 5.3 percent, gas prices are down, and inflation remains low. Jobs pay more for some sectors, while retirees diversify portfolios and homeowners benefit from low mortgage rates and cheaper fuel.

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Odessa College weighs tax rate hike and past year review

Odessa College trustees seek a total tax rate of .1912 per $100 valuation, up from .1766, with public hearings set for September 3 and 10. The board also discussed the Student Success Scholarship campaign aiming to raise $300,000 with an 88 percent staff participation last year and 165 scholarships awarded from 1,200 applicants. The year in review highlighted a 7 percent enrollment rise to 5,476 students, a 93 percent course completion rate, doubled degrees since 2007, eight week classes transition, Weekend College with 230 students, and the All in Odessa College Employee Rewards program.

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