Evening with Col Crandall honors Medal of Honor recipient
Retired General Tommy Franks will introduce Col Bruce Crandall at an Aug 2 dinner and program at Midland County Horseshoe Arena. The event features live and silent auctions, a raffle, and cork exchange to benefit Centers for Children and Families. reservations at 432-570-1084 ext. 19.
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National Night Out invites Midland neighbors to celebrate
The Midland Police Department invites Midland residents to join more than 37 million others across 15,000 communities for the 30th National Night Out on Aug 6. An appreciation party and block captain training are set for July 18 with information to help host a block party. Register by July 30 via the department address or fax, or contact Jessica Rodriguez for details.
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Despicable Me screening at McKinney Park
Families are invited to relax under the stars for a free Despicable Me showing at McKinney Park, 625 W. Pool Road. The film features Steve Carell and Kristen Wiig and begins at dark on Saturday. bring kids, lawn chairs, and blankets.
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Balmorhea State Park Draws West Texans and New Mexicans
The Balmorhea spring park has become a popular crowded getaway attracting visitors from Texas and New Mexico. Life & Times page invites readers to explore the scene and its appeal to regional travelers.
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Firecracker Fandango draws hundreds to Odessa celebration
Hundreds gathered in downtown Odessa for the Firecracker Fandango hosted by Mainstreet Odessa. Despite showers, gates stayed busy as the community adapted after learning the event would be a free fireworks celebration rather than the usual fandango with bands and vendors.
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Fourth of July Odessa parade riders shine on floats
In Odessa, the North Ector Cardinals Josiah Salaza Mikey Marin and Christian Carrasco rode on their team float during the 64th Odessa Jaycees Independence Day Parade. Mauricio Garcia, 15, posed as the Statue of Liberty on the Chiquititas by Viviana Dance Modeling float as photographers captured moments.
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Mikey Marin
Christian Carrasco
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Odessa Jaycees Independence Day Parade draws thousands
About 45 floats participate as a light rain fails to dampen excitement in the 64th Odessa Jaycees Independence Day Parade. Thousands line Grant Avenue after starting at Odessa College, with Jaycees President Marci Harrison noting a lively, full event. Local families share impressions and hopes for clear skies as a young child enjoys the spectacle.
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Delayed Health Care Mandate Shifts Deadline to 2015
The Obama health care law postpones the employer mandate for firms with 50 or more workers to offer coverage or pay a fine until January 1, 2015. Administrations say the delay helps firms comply with complex rules while giving the government time to simplify them. Democratic candidates benefit as the postponement dampens business-pressure ads in an election year.
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