Salvation Army Empty Stocking Fund aids Odessa elderly too
The fund helps needy Odessa families with meals clothing and gifts for Christmas. Sherea and her husband care for a retired mother and home repairs while SSI income covers basic needs. The campaign by the Odessa American and Salvation Army aims for 62500 with 4000 already matched and runs through December 17 with more details on Page 2A.
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Salvationarmysouth.org
Gingerbread Contest Offers Big Kitchen Prizes At OA
The OA invites adults to bake homemade gingerbread for a competition at 222 E Fourth St with prizes including a $300 KitchenAid mixer from Dillard's, a $259 Cook's 10-piece set from JC Penney, and a $80 crystal cake plate. Youth category prize is a $200 gift card. Entries due noon Dec 10. Voting Dec 12–18 online and in newspaper ballots. For questions email Identis or call 333-7740.
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Oapa
New Texas sweepstakes gaming facilities open at multiple locations
Ector County reports a surge in sweepstakes style gaming venues offering video slot simulations. Owners claim legal entertainment under sweepstakes statutes while authorities examine legality as new sites arise on 46th Street Andrews Highway 61st Street University Boulevard Grandview Avenue and West County Road. Local operators compare their venues to charity promotions akin to McDonald’s Monopoly.
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Andrews Highway
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University Boulevard
Grandview Avenue
West County Road
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Heritage Holidays Parade of Lights draws 10000Odessans
Annual Odessa Parade of Lights drew more than 10 000 spectators in mild 60s weather. Organizer Kay McDowell credited warmth and turnout, noting the event could draw even more. Float contest winners included Ace Transportation Mayors Award and City of Odessa. other top entries included Odessa FFA and Bonham band.
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Online Poll On Steroid Testing For High School Athletes
Readers are invited to vote on whether testing high school athletes for steroids should be a high priority. The prompt asks for public input and explains the voting link and purpose.
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