Permian Basin celebrates reauthorization of Railroad Commission
Landgraf hailed a clear win for the Permian Basin as Texas lawmakers reauthorized the Railroad Commission after sunset. the measure aims to keep the regulator stable and predictable for oil and gas. The session also advanced a texting while driving ban, oilfield theft penalties, and drone rights for facilities with private property limits, while boosting natural gas vehicle grants and keeping EPA concerns at bay. A July special session will address broad issues including school finance reform and bathroom restrictions, with both senators signaling no direct impact on oil and gas in the basin.
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Watts Step Down At UTPB After Decade Of Growth
Watts, UTPB president since 2001, announces stepping aside while Woodley prepared to lead. His tenure saw enrollment rise from 2,200 to 6,315 and housing expand from 96 beds in six buildings to 1,197 beds in 37 buildings. ECISD’s Crowe praises Watts’ partnership as Woodley pledges warm welcome. The campus plans a donation in Watts and Denise Watts’ name.
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Crash arrest follows deadly Odessa crash and memorial planned
Odessa police said Crash Garrett, held on three warrants for intoxication manslaughter, allegedly sped west on Yukon Road and struck the Mackrell van. The crash ignited both vehicles, killing Richard Mackrell, Barbara Mackrell, and a third passenger. Garrett faces bonds totaling 105000. a new charge carries no bond. A memorial service and balloon release are set for 10 a.m. Saturday at Floyd Gwin Park. Heather Hall, a Mackrell relative, described Richard as a papers deliverer and ice cream van driver.
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Brother speaks on brother Angel Carreras death
Carrera described his brother Angel Carreras violent death and said California dental records have not yet reached Tarrant County medical examiner officials. He said his brother left California to look for work to support his six nieces and nephews and is struggling to accept the loss.
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Sunset Falls disappearance prompts search for Texas woman
A 25 year old Texas woman vanished Tuesday night near Sunset Falls east of Seattle while with her daughter. Snohomish County sheriff’s officials say the woman looked back to find her daughter missing and the circumstances remain unclear. They confirm the search is active but have not released further details or a possible motive.
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