Help the Empty Stocking Fund in Odessa
The Empty Stocking Fund raises funds for families in need in Odessa. Contributions can be delivered to Salvation Army Community Center at 810 East 10th Street or Odessa American at 222 East Fourth Street, 79761. Call 332-0738 for details. The fund began in 1995 and has surpassed 1.7 million dollars in total donations.
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Christmas Show Opens At Permian Playhouse Friday
The Permian Playhouse premiers its annual Christmas production at 7 30 p m Friday at 310 West 42nd Street. Tickets and seats can be bought online or reserved via the theater’s site. City staff report.
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From Pecos to Odessa Crime Chief Gerke Driven by Farm Roots
Michael Eugene Gerke grew up on a Pecos family farm shaping his path to becoming Odessa Police Department chief in July. A former Pecos Eagles athlete and University of Texas chemistry major who returned from Austin after a failed cotton season, he values community and practical work. He once loaded Walmart trucks and helped mental health clients find jobs while keeping ties to farming.
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Michael Eugene
Mike” Gerke
Pecos
Odessa
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University of Texas
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Austin
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Bonham Middle Integrates Archery Into Flex Time
Bonham Middle School adds archery as a 30 minute activity during flex time alongside arts origami and tutorials. Students shoot arrows into hay bales in the girls gym while others watch. Assistant Principal Shannon Griffith explains the middle school concept uses advisory time for leadership, service and targeted interventions.
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Bonham Middle School
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Garza sentenced to life in prison for police officer murders
Roy Garza was sentenced to life in prison after a nearly two hour jury deliberation for two counts of attempted capital murder in a nine hour standoff at Clayton Manor Townhomes on December 23, 2015. Cpl. Cory Wester and Sgt. Pedro Gonzalez testified about Garza firing on them as police and bounty hunters closed in. Garza may seek parole after 30 years served.
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Cory Wester
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Wester
Gonzalez
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