Odessa remembers former state rep Buddy West and his service
Odessa community leaders praise Buddy West a longtime public servant who secured funds for the Presidential Museum and Leadership Library at UTPB and supported the Wagner Noël Center He helped pass House Bill 1157 for a new UTPB student services building and backed school police retirement benefits He loved Odessa Texas and its youth and served on multiple local boards before joining the Legislature
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West, Odessa State Rep Buddy West dies at 89
George E. Buddy West longtime Odessa state representative for District 81 died aged 89 after a 30 year Amoco career and public service. Born in Ballinger in 1936 he moved to Odessa in 1944 and served until his final term ended in 1992. Graveside rites were held at 4 p.m. at Texas State Cemetery in Austin with a 5 p.m. reception. West is survived by his wife Shirley, children Richie Lori Ami and Scott, siblings and multiple grandchildren.
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Buddy West Remembered For Generosity And Kindness
Byron McWilliams recalls Buddy West as a generous man who loved people. The pastor of First Baptist Church in Odessa notes West’s warm, inviting spirit and his ability to connect with others. West’s online tribute reflects a life marked by community care.
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Odessa
Portland Names Burton Police Chief After Debates
Morton announced Tim Burton will become Portland Maine police chief with a $105000 annual salary. Odessa Mayor Larry Melton praised Burton’s resume and confidence in the hiring process while noting Burton’s prior roles as deputy chief and Special Reactions Team commander. The city had sought a successor to Chris Pipes who retired after 25 years, with six finalists including local and out-of-area officials.
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Oil prices surge as futures top record $142.99 on NYMEX
Oil values climbed past $140 a barrel with forecasts of $145 to $150 as global demand grows and supply outages persist. Gas averages drifted to about $4.07 per gallon while diesel neared $4.76. Analysts warn of further rises if crude remains buoyant and dollar weakness continues.
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Police: Car ran red light at 98 mph in Plano crash
Plano police say a driver traveling 98 mph ran a red light causing a fatal fire. Services were held for a Plano family and two foster children who died when their minivan was struck after the blaze. Data from an internal vehicle component cited 46 year old David Calhoun Jones of Metairie La as the driver.
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