Permian Basin Sees Clear Path to FutureGen Site
After presenting to the FutureGen Texas Advisory Board on Wednesday five Permian Basin residents expressed optimism the local site will be chosen for the 1 billion near zero emissions power plant. Neil McDonald of the Odessa Chamber of Commerce called the meeting progressive and said three strong sites in Ector and Midland counties are under consideration as the final RFP requirements evolved.
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One vehicle rollover kills two in Odessa
Two unidentified men died after a car rolled over on East 52nd Street near Loop 338 and caught fire. Investigators said the severely burned vehicle made a curb impact, became airborne about 20 feet, and left a 100 yard skid trail as paramedics and officers worked at the scene shortly before 6 p.m. and into the night.
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Questions on mail in ballots Shade election concerns
County Commissioner Bob Bryant questions mail in ballots in Precinct 4 amid a race involving Arlo Chavira Wilmer Ray Armando S Rodriguez and Phillip Bagley. Elections administrator Robert Mendoza cites tracking data and notes irregularities prompting possible absentee voting probe and legal review.
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Early voting ballot board named by party chairmen
Appointed by party chairmen, the six member board includes Lorrie Vickers Debra Donaldson Jonell Sims Mary Armour Martha Hulsey and Lidia Santos.
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Texas lawmakers to tackle school funding after primary losses
After bitter primary campaigns, Texas voters ousted several GOP incumbents including Rep. Kent Grusendorf as Gov. Perry plans a special session next month to meet a June 1 court deadline overhaul the funding system. Diane Patrick defeats Grusendorf in Arlington results.
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