Kilowatt bills spark Texas homeowner protest over Cap Rock rates
West Texans faced electric bills that strain budgets as Cap Rock Energy customers claim high charges amid limited competition. Claud Spain, 84, reports a $500 October November bill despite minimal energy use, while others see bills consuming half a month's wages. Neighbors note meter testing found no faults. A Cap Rock spokesman was unavailable for comment.
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SUV Crashes Into Western National Bank in Odessa
A 2004 gold Ford Explorer driven by Kristina Garcia struck Western National Bank at 801 N Texas Ave sending debris into windows. Jeanette Compton 55 of Odessa in stable condition at Medical Center Hospital. Garcia cited for running a red light. No serious injuries at desk near impact.
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Teachers rally Capitol over Texas school finance plan
Texas teachers voiced discontent with a House overhaul of education and funding changes, urging the Senate to improve pay adequacy and incentive structures tied to test scores. They warn the plan may lag in restoring cuts from prior sessions as the Senate weighs significant rewrites. Deean Lee of the Paris district criticized the money claim versus real restoration.
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