Odessa implements city drug policy amid testing debate
The Odessa policy, begun after a June 1989 approval to qualify for federal funds, enforces drug testing for on the job injuries and certain incidents. Officials report mixed reactions among firefighters, paramedics, and city workers while the city counts $12,890 spent on tests and cites prevention and fewer claims as benefits.
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Oil boom returns to Texas with rising rigs and hopeful outlook
Texas oilworkers report a revival as East Texas shows four new rigs, and the Pearsall Field in South Texas becomes a hot play. Forecasters warn a rapid comeback could stress drilling and service firms, while Permian Basin activity remains tied to oil prices.
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Democrat candidate envisions shared services for county
Democrat candidate for county judge says he would use his criminal and trial experience to push joint city county agreements and service consolidations to ease taxpayers' burden. He favors a single tax collecting entity and cites animal control as a model for cost savings while cautioning against reckless budget cuts.
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County judge candidates discuss law, business and duties
In Ector County voters select a Republican primary winner to face Democrat Jim Jordan in November. Mayoral candidate Carter argues a nonlawyer can run the county judge post and favors administrative leadership. Opponent Hadden stresses business background and budget cuts to ease taxes.
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Weather map wide Texas forecast shows mild to warm days
Extended weather outlook for Texas regions predicts mostly dry and mild conditions with mid to upper 70s across central areas and 60s to 70s elsewhere. Thunderstorm chances persist in Panhandle South Plains and North Texas midweek with cooler nights in 30s to 50s in western mountains and Big Bend.
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Weather summary for Reading area forecast
Readings report Saturdays high 65 and overnight low 31 with no precipitation in past 24 hours. Sunset time 6 49 p m and Monday sunrise 1 12 a m. Record low 19 set in 1989.
Weather forecast shows mild, partly cloudy conditions
The National Weather Service at Midland International Airport reports today will be partly cloudy with a low 40s tonight and a high in the low 70s. Winds from the south around 10 mph. Clear skies and mild temperatures persist statewide as a high pressure ridge remains, with El Paso and the Texas New Mexico border area mostly partly cloudy.
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Border States Weather Outlook for New Mexico Oklahoma and Arkansas
A brief regional forecast notes New Mexico expects mostly fair skies with highs from 50s to low 60s in mountains and northwest and 60s to mid-70s in lower elevations east and south. Oklahoma shows variable high cloudiness and mild conditions with highs in the 60s. Arkansas remains mostly sunny and mild with Sunday highs in the mid 50s to mid 60s.
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