Odessa family seeks help as rent spikes loom over Christmas
The Davis family faces eviction from a high rent unit and risks a sparse holiday. With less than two weeks left, the Empty Stocking Fund aims for 150000 but has raised only 17693. Donations to Odessa American and the Salvation Army supply meals and gifts to local families. Find details on Page 2A.
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Oil prices barely budge as demand concerns offset retail data
Oil prices show little movement as worry about weak gasoline and diesel demand tempers solid U.S. retail sales figures. The market weighs weak fuel demand against positive consumer spending, with traders awaiting further data to gauge whether supply or demand will drive prices next.
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UTPB Wins Approval to Launch Football Program
The University of Texas of the Permian Basin gained unanimous approval from the UT System Board of Regents to start an NCAA Division II football program funded by private donations and student fees. Officials expect enrollment to rise from about 5,000 to 8,000 by 2020, boosting the school’s regional profile.
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Burnet Elementary fifth and sixth graders knighted at ceremony
In front of families and teachers, Johnna Rosson’s Gifted students were knighted for completing medieval life studies. Seven fifth graders received titles, with hand-drawn coats of arms and symbol meanings. Ten sixth graders waited to be knighted as CBS7’s Hubbard linked perseverance to knightly resolve.
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Norovirus Outbreak Reported at Lincoln Tower Odessa
Holiday Retirement confirms some Lincoln Tower residents were hospitalized with illness. others recovering in apartments. Odessa Ector County Health Department and Medical Center Hospital are investigating and have not confirmed norovirus as the cause. Staff say building has implemented thorough sanitizing protocols.
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New Bishop Named for Diocese of San Angelo
Monsignor Michael Sis aged 53 from New Jersey was announced as the new bishop designate for the Diocese of San Angelo. He currently serves as vicar general of the Diocese of Austin and will be ordained and installed January 27 in San Angelo.
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