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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1990

Page

2

Actor Paul Winfield shaped courtroom role in Presumed Innocent

The Associated Press notes Winfield studied the courtroom tempo for Presumed Innocent. District Judge Willie Lipscomb praised his performance during a Detroit Institute of Arts screening. The film stars Harrison Ford and was partly shot in Detroit, though Turow’s novel is set in a fictional Illinois city.

Detroit Paul Winfield Willie G. Lipscomb Detroit Institute of Arts Harrison Ford Scott Turow Illinois

Bush boosts Holly Dunn with Oval Office praise

Nashville singer Holly Dunn said the White House has given her music a big boost citing President Bush’s listening habits and a favorable mention. Dunn noted he invited Grand Ole Opry stars to the Houston economic summit and praised the country genre. Carter also liked country, she added.

Nashville Tenn Holly Dunn White House Bush Oval Office Grand Ole Opry Stars Houston Dunn Jimmy Carter

Willie Nelson lists Evergreen ranch for sale at 3 million

Evergreen Colorado ranch owner Willie Nelson puts his 116 acre estate on the market for 3 million. Broker Brad Moss says the two story 4700 square foot main house has nine rooms and a homey, not ostentatious style. Nelson and estranged wife Connie have not visited the property for several months. The property was purchased in late 1980 for under 1.5 million and is described as a favorite hideaway with character rather than opulence.

Evergreen Colo Willie Nelson Denver Willie Brad Moss Metro Brokers Evergreen Inc Connie Ares Nelsons Moss

Brando Son’s Release Delayed Over Missing Passport

Christian Brando, 32, facing a murder trial for killing his half sister’s boyfriend, must surrender a passport before release on a $10 million bail. Judge Larry Fidler ordered the high bail, noting authorities cannot release him until the passport is found or surrendered.

Los Angeles Marlon Brando Larry Fidler Brando Jad Christian Brando

Demographic study committee to review district representation

ECISD board member Delma Abalos says forming the committee recognizes possible issues with single member districts. OC President Phil Speegle notes need to hire a firm for the study and to map city demography for fair representation. The group will use 1990 census data due January and aims to present recommendations to governing bodies.

Collins ECISD Delma Abalos Phil Speegle Speegle Jim Nelson Nelson Gene Buinger

Water deliveries in dispute over Pecos River pact

A 1988 decree requires New Mexico to deliver Texas a set water amount from the Pecos River or repay deficits. From 1987 to 1989 New Mexico overdelivered by 41,700 acre feet, credited to Texas. The Texas Water Development Board holds 14 million dollars for Red Bluff district projects. River master Neil Grigg will tally annual deliveries. NM warns of contempt if noncompliant.

New Mexico Texas Elliott Texas Water Development Board Red Bluff Pecos Reeves Loving Ward Supreme Court Neil Grigg Colorado State University Grigg

Rio Grande flood warnings issued near Big Bend region

Heavy rainfall across Brewster Presidio and Terrell counties prompted the National Weather Service to issue a flood warning for the Rio Grande from Presidio to Big Bend National Park and a flash flood watch for surrounding areas. Officials warned water levels rising to 18 feet at Castelon and expected to fall later. rafting and canoeing were halted. Three canoeists were swept into Santa Elena Canyon near Lajitas, search called off then resumed.

Rio Grande Presidio Big Bend National Park van Horn National Weather Service Brewster Terrell Harris Mexico Terry Knitter Panther Junction Knitter Castelon Itter Lajitas Santa Elena Canyon Todd Shea Big Bend West Texas

Weather outlook across Texas with hot heat and scattered storms

Extended forecast across West Texas to Southeast Texas shows widely hot conditions with highs mostly in the 90s and near 100, lows from the 60s to 80s. Scattered afternoon thunderstorms possible in the Far West and Southeast, with partly cloudy and humid nights. Coastal Bend inland areas show hot days and warm nights with occasional showers.

South Texas Hill Country Rio Grande Valley Plains

Weather Notes From Reading Averages and Records

The Reading forecast for Wednesday shows a high near 87 with sunset at 8 50 pm and sunrise Thursday at 7 01 am. Precipitation in the last 24 hours was a trace with July total at 57 inches and year to date 5.14 inches. Record highs and lows referenced include 103 degrees in 14 and a 61 degree low in 1933.

Weather Forecast Preview For Statewide Thunderstorms

The National Weather Service predicts mostly cloudy tonight with a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms. Friday may be partly cloudy with a 20 percent thunderstorm chance and a high near 90. Thursday’s forecast calls for partly to mostly cloudy skies statewide with widely scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms.

NWS National Weather Service

Border States Weather Update for New Mexico and Oklahoma

New Mexico remains isolated to scattered thunderstorms today through Friday with fair periods in between. Lows mid 40s to 50s, highs in the 70s to 90s. mountains reach 80s. Oklahoma reports morning clouds then partly cloudy with scattered thunderstorms mainly in the afternoon and evening. lows upper 60s to mid 70s, highs mostly in the 90s.

New Mexico Oklahoma Panhandle

Duty 6 Brey Sawdey and Scrutey

Brey Sawdey and Scrutey face duty related matters in Odessa. Court records indicate pending proceedings at local precincts with dates not specified. The Odessa American provides coverage of legal notices affecting residents and nearby businesses.

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