Big stock drops return as volatility rises
The AP reports a fresh round of sharp market declines and rising volatility as 2013 begins. Analysts say the down moves reflect a shift from a long calm period, with the S&P 500 dropping into a correction and traders debating market timing amid geopolitical and commodity concerns.
Campaign fundraising in Ector County sheriff race tightens
December filings show Griffis reporting 4285 in contributions from eight donors including Leftwich Eaton and a photographer. Commander led with a war chest from 2012 funds totaling 8794 while Griffis and Donaldson plan continued fundraising efforts amid a slowing economy. Donaldson donated 5222 in December to Griffis after earlier plans to support his favored successor.
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Energy slump drags major indexes as oil sinks below $30
The Dow fell 390.90 points to 15,988.15 the S&P 500 slipped 44.84 to 1,877 and the Nasdaq dropped 126.59 to 4,488.42 as oil prices collapse and weak data cloud 2016 prospects. Williams Cos led energy shares lower with a 12 percent drop. Crude fell to 29.42 while Brent traded around 28.94. Industrial output and retail sales also weakened. investors remain cautious but not convinced a bear market is near.
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Community events roundup around the Basin this week
Bulky item drop off free at Odessa Recycling Center 816 W 42nd St from 8am to noon. Hazardous household chemicals accepted. Also Michaels hosts kid crafts Snowman Mobile at two locations. Embassy Academy serves helpless with warmth kits. Wild Krafts Live! at Wagner Noël Midland and Jake Pyeatt concert at The Garage Fort Stockton with Snotty Hicks opening.
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Snowman Mobile
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42Nd St
Loop 250
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Wagner Noél Performing Arts Center
N. FM
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Jake Pyeatt
Snotty Hicks
Garage Coffee
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N. Main St
Fort Stockton
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Coach Franco Accused in Eyebrow Hair Pull Allegation
The affidavit reports a woman stating her daughter was restrained by other girls during practice as punishment for missed passes. Franco admitted restraining the girl but claimed he faked the eyebrow hair pull and called it a normal team game. He posted bond, avoiding extradition to Ector County. cases to be processed there.
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Ector County
Sheriff's Office
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