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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 2000
Page
9
The writer questions the appeal of reality programs like The Real World and Survivor, noting postmodern ideas on reality and surveillance. They confess mixed interest, fear of being taped, and preference for privacy while joking about their own 15 minutes of fame in Odessa.
Ysleta del Sur Pueblo the Tigua seek to place 70000 acres of ranch land south of Valentine into trust, creating a large Texas reservation. They bought Chilicote and part of Bennett Ranches for about 9 million dollars and plan a retreat and resort for Europeans, drawing county tax and sovereignty concerns from Presidio and Jeff Davis officials.
In Midland and Odessa, Confederate Air Force leaders vote on renaming to shed the term Confederate. A four-name committee will present options at the October meeting, with a final choice to take effect January 2002 after member approval.
Odessa leaders were urged by Texas economist Ray Perryman to think beyond oil and gas at a Council of Governments meeting. He warned the industry engine is fading and emphasized technology and strong education to build a skilled labor force. He noted Odessa could become a distribution hub for western merchandise.
Jose Montemayor Texas first Hispanic insurance commissioner told agents his office will use Internet communications to aid consumers and agents. He said licenses could be renewed online, replacing slow phone and mail renewals, with a net signature replacing a wet signature. The change aims to speed insurance transactions and reduce delays.
Premiere Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge-Jeep at 2510 E Eighth St marks the grand opening of its expanded parts and service departments, tripling the size of the old facility. The store, opened seven days a week 8 am to 7 pm, is led by Mack Kessler and owner William Barth Jr who bought the business in July 1998 from Jim Morris.
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