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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 2016
Page
1
Ector County Independent School District reports enrollment at 31 255 on Monday, about 150 more students than the prior figure. Over half of the new students joined Austin Montessori Magnet, with August 26 total at 31 110. Further details are available on the district website.
Odessa High School placed 2138th among about 22 000 public high schools in a Post ranking based on AP IB and AICE tests per graduating seniors in 2015. Principal Gregory Nelson praised the recognition and said it advances the school's college prep mission. An ECISD release noted Permian High may join the list next year.
A forecast indicates a 60 percent chance of rain with mostly overcast skies. Expected showers may persist throughout the day, impacting outdoor plans and commutes in the region. Residents are advised to carry rain gear and check for updated alerts.
Gene Wilder, the iconic actor famed for Willy Wonka and key Mel Brooks films, dies at 83 from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. The obituary notes his enduring impact on film and comedy.
The Rev Dr H Bailey Stone of Allen and former BGCT evangelism director died Aug 26 at Baylor Scott & White Plano. He was 86. Funeral planned 10 am Friday at Prestonwood Plano. Burial Hillcrest Memorial Park Dallas. Stone’s life spanned Baylor Waco Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth and leadership across Texas and internationally. He left a lasting legacy in evangelism and church ministry, with family and long-time friends remembering his humor and devotion.
An Ector County deputy shot 22 year old Sergio Vasquez early Saturday after Vasquez allegedly tried to grab the officer’s gun. Vasquez remained in serious condition Monday at Medical Center Hospital with a gunshot to the abdomen. The incident occurred after a Mazda fled a patrol deputy into a trailer park on West Dunn Street. Vasquez was found with a gram of cocaine and faces aggravated assault of a peace officer and felony evading arrest charges. The deputy’s identity will be released after Texas Rangers interview.
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