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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 2003
Page
1
Richard Morton Jr. became Odessa city manager in January 2002 guiding council through a budget crisis and debates over two water parks while amid a police chief arrest and conviction. The Fort Worth native, 40, compares Odessa with similar cities to gauge its standing.
Odessa Police Chief Chris Pipes marked his first year in command, noting time has gone fast as he reflects on a 20 year career with the department. City Manager Richard Morton praised Pipes as a Fantasic hire and integral leader after successor James Jenkins faced conviction for child pornography. Despite a rocky transition, Pipes emphasized integrity and the respect of his officers.
About 60 members of the League of United Latin American Citizens Texas Division V gathered at the Kermit community center for fellowship and guest speakers including Dr. Richard Bartlett, a candidate.
The Odessa American announces a new look for the daily comics page starting Monday. Cathy, Family Circus and Non Sequitur will shift in the lineup while readers will still find their favorites.
Three Iraqi scientists declined a U.N. request for interviews to aid weapons inspectors. In separate events, two men tried to enter the Baghdad inspectors’ compound, one with three knives and the other shouting for help. Secretary of State Colin Powell urged resolve to disarm Iraq, warning the going may be tough. A Iraqi parliament spokesman vowed to use every method to defend the country.
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