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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 2008
Page
5
Lawmakers including Kay Bailey Hutchison and Nick Lampsett debate shifting billions from federal agencies to new programs to stimulate the economy and stabilize the financial system. The campaign aims to head off deep budget cuts for NASA as President-elect Obama seeks to rescue the economy.
A list of offenses includes aggravated assault with pellet gun on West Monahans Street and a knife threat on Mable Street. An unknown attacker brandished a handgun for robbery near a Chevron station on Andrews Highway. Burglary of a building on North Golder Avenue involved two TVs and two VCRs. Other entries note a break in at a workshop, a habitation burglary on West 25th Street, forgery at Quick Cash, cocaine and marijuana discovery on Oregon Street, and debit card abuse in Odessa.
A maroon 1998 Dodge Ram pickup valued at 6000 was taken between 10 a.m. Friday and 10 a.m. Monday from the 4100 block of North Golder Avenue as reported on the Odessa Police Department site.
Governor Perry noted that only part of Texas 11 billion surplus remains uncommitted as Hurricane Ike recovery and Medicaid enrollment growth may use the funds. He warned budget slowdowns could hinder returning surplus to taxpayers and urged future leaders to keep surplus tools for redistributing to people.
Oglesby notes advocacy includes simple tasks like warming a missed breakfast or helping residents write letters. Ombudsmen resolve complex complaints or involve the state, with Buena Vida staff noting in-house ombudsman visits, garden projects, and new ideas for activities. Volunteers reassure families, affirm resident rights, and welcome children to participate in life at the facility. Cristina Ramirez of Area Agency of Aging recounts volunteering to show society that humble, timey contributions exist and benefit communities.
El Paso elected officials urge President-elect Barack Obama in a three page letter to stop federal plans for hundreds of miles of border fencing with Mexico. They describe the fence as ill conceived and an irresponsible expense during a recession.
A community advocate notes younger victims in abuse shelters with many under 24 facing intimate violence. She leads ECISD education efforts during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, presenting teen dating violence material in area high schools and urging prevention through classroom programs.
A 1998 Dodge Ram driven by Gilbert Rodriguez turned left into a 7 Eleven at East Second and East Eighth, colliding with a white 2003 Honda Civic driven by Kristen Allen. The pickup tipped onto its side and both vehicles were towed. Rodriguez was cited for failure to yield the right of way. No injuries were reported.
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