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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 2004
Page
22
Ken Brodnax explores how rapid progress reshapes daily life from computers and cell phones to news, diets, toys, sports and money. He notes the push to adapt while lamenting those clinging to old habits, and he cites evolving currency as an example of broad change.
Public Works Director Matt Squyres announced Odessa will pave the citys remaining unpaved dirt and gravel streets as part of a capital improvement plan approved by the City Council. The plan allocates 5.79 million in bonds, 272,000 for paving gutters and curbs, and targets projects through 2010 with potential completion by 2007.
About 30 young riders aged 4 to 21 took part in the monthly Young Guns bull riding contest at the Dos Amigos arena. Participants wore Western gear and rode bulls sheep calves and steers in a non roping format while teens eyed state finals in Dallas.
The West Texas Black Gold Biker Rally drew hundreds of riders to Goldsmith on Saturday with rumbling bikes echoing through the area. Biker groups from Odessa Midland Monahans Andrews participated in the fundraiser, supporting local causes.
The rally continues near Buckhorn Bar & Grill on Scharbauer Road with free admission to support the Bynum School of Midland and Make-A-Wish West Texas. Organizers say weather hasn’t slowed attendance, with 700-plus people at Saturday events including a poker run, live music, and vendor stalls.
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