Let Peace Begin With Me Editorial Note
A compact editorial card from the Permian Basin periodical highlights a community motto to make the region a better place to live, work and play. It lists staff roles including publisher Gary Newsom editor Ken Brodnax and others while naming the 1988 Pulitzer Prize context and multiple management positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray M. Stafford
Gary L. Newsom
Ken Brodnax
Mike Powell
Lori Ellington
Howard Houston
Johnny Russell
Michael Showell
Permian Basin
Open arms and ill fated smuggling of Chinese immigrants
Our Opinion argues that harsh immigration limits spur a lucrative smuggling trade. It notes rising illegal Chinese arrivals, high death tolls, and authorities capturing only a small fraction of convoys. The piece proposes allowing more legal entrants who can pay their way and promising not to seek taxpayer aid for five to ten years to curb smuggling.
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Kmart
New York City
U.S
United States
Odessa American readers invited to share opinions
Community letters encourage readers to voice views on local issues and events. Submissions should reflect clear perspectives and provide concise arguments.
Royko on Esquinas Jordan Golf Handicaps and Hustling
Chicago Tribune columnist Mike Royko interviews California golfer Richard Esquinas who disputes being a hustler while detailing his high stakes games with Michael Jordan. The piece outlines handicaps, alleged losses, and a San Diego introduction that tied Esquinas to Jordan, plus Royko’s critique of the gambling narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Esquinas
California
Michael Jordan
Esquinas
Jordan
Michael
San Diego
David
Smokey
Gaines
Richard
Michael & Me
Royko
The
Chicago Tribune
Odessa Playhouse director Coy Sharp dies at 50
Odessa American notes the death of Coy L Sharp longtime Permian Playhouse director after a cancer battle at home. He led the theater for 14 years steering quality productions through tough economic times with energy humor and community ties. Friends remember him as a generous dedicated gentleman who inspired volunteers and actors alike.
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Coy L. Sharp
Permian Playhouse
Odessa
Sharp
Playhouse
Laura Litdewell-Dennis
Coy Sharp
Coy
Texas
Randall Shafer
Playhouse Board of Directors
Shafer
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