GOP urged to court minority voters in Midland
Texas Railroad Commission chair Michael Williams urged Midland Republicans to broaden the party base by attracting more minority voters at a Midland County Young Republicans luncheon. Williams warned against ignoring the minority vote and noted Texas demographics could shift in future elections.
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Students tour Dallas to study marketing practices
A field trip by students to Dallas explored how businesses market products and attract customers, showcasing real world branding and advertising tactics. The visit emphasized practical insights into consumer engagement and market strategy.
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Odessa concert to aid injoed Permian player Beene
local Odessa event raises funds for Joe Beene the Permian football player paralyzed after November practice. Graham Central Station hosts a 6 p m benefit concert featuring Sally Thieves Thirteenth Floor and Twism with all $5 tickets going to Beene's medical care in Houston.
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Realtor of the Year Named at Odessa Banquet
The Odessa Realtors annual installation banquet honored Kana Webster as Realtor of the Year for 2000. James Cranfill won the Golden R Award, with Ron Lilley and Hank Dunn as Rookies of the Year. Trudy Thomason and Diana Woodruff were Woman and Affiliate of the Year, respectively, as Joyce Trowers stepped aside for Shana McGill. Daisy Bell Hester installed the new board.
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Ashcroft Speech Flashpoints Over Founding Religion
President-elect Bush nominee for attorney general John Ashcroft faced criticism from liberal groups over remarks at Bob Jones University two years earlier. He said America was founded by religious colonists and quoted We have no king but Jesus. Critics fear his conservative stance may affect civil rights enforcement.
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Reagan suffers hip fracture at home in Santa Monica
Former President Ronald Reagan broke his right hip in a fall at his Santa Monica home and will undergo surgery, his spokeswoman said. He is 89, turning 90 on February 6, and was taken to St. John's Health Center with Nancy Reagan.
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Texas A&M seeks aid over 18 million gas fueled shortfall
Rising natural gas prices push Texas A&M University toward an 18 million dollar budget gap. President Ray Bowen asks faculty to conserve energy by turning off lights and equipment, lowering thermostats, and avoiding space heaters. The university generates just over 60 percent of campus electricity from natural gas. Local report notes AP PHOTO and other statewide impacts.
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