Family Dollar center rises on I 20 site in Odessa Texas
A $30 million Family Dollar Distribution Center under construction on the north side of Interstate 20 west of JBS Parkway Boulevard reveals a large T shaped frame already. When finished next July the 1,584 foot front will be 84 feet longer than five football fields with 160 docks supporting 800 of the chain’s 4,500 stores. The 89.4 acre project will employ about 500 workers and include training for Texas Workforce Commission interviewers in Odessa and Midland starting April or May. The center represents a $50 million investment upon completion and hinges on a proposed JBS Parkway overpass for easier truck access. Construction planners are accommodating Parkway traffic and TXDOT will present options in January.
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Zavala launches Micro Society in elementary classrooms
Zavala Elementary students build a miniature economy called Micro Society. They create businesses, earn Star Bucks, learn money value, and practice citizenship as they plan future institutions. Teachers note growing interest and preparing for desk rent in upcoming lessons.
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Arafat Rejects Bin Laden Help in Palestinian Struggle
In a London Sunday Times interview Yasser Arafat told Osama bin Laden to stop using the Palestinian cause for his aims. He said bin Laden never aided Palestinians and acted in interests apart from their struggle. Israel barred Arafat from Bethlehem travel for Christmas for a second year.
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Buy Basin Campaign Supports Local Retailers This Holidays
The Odessa and Midland Chambers promote the Buy Basin During the Holidays effort to boost area retailers after a slow year. Spokeswoman Gracie Hernandez says the program aims to urge residents to shop local during the busy back to school and holiday seasons, with new options like a October Target opening enriching the Basin shopping scene.
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Odessa Chamber of Commerce
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Gore rules out 2004 presidential bid after close 2000 race
Former Vice President Al Gore said on 60 Minutes he will not run in 2004. He acknowledged coming close in 2000 but cited the Florida recount and Supreme Court ruling. Gore noted Democratic fatigue and said a rematch with President Bush would be unlikely.
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Family seeks help as Christmas nears in Odessa
A struggling Odessa family, led by a father recovering from surgery and partially paralyzed, faces a hard holiday season. Donations to the Empty Stocking Fund by the OA and The Salvation Army will provide food and gifts, supporting Thanksgiving through Friday fundraising efforts.
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