Jobless rate dips below 7 percent in Odessa area
Odessa metro area unemployment fell to 6.6 percent in February after January rise, Texas Workforce Commission said. Texas overall down to 8.2 percent as 22,700 nonfarm jobs added nationwide unemployment at 8.9 percent. Midland at 4.8 percent, McAllen-Edinburg-Mission region at 12.2 percent. Local rates not seasonally adjusted.
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Wells convicted and sentenced to life in 1990 stabbing
A jury found 54 year old Wells guilty of the Aug 1990 stabbing death of Virginia Washelesky after DNA evidence tied him to blood at the victim’s house and on clothing. He was sentenced to life in prison as the death penalty was not sought. The trial highlighted DNA as crucial yet debated evidence, with defense counsel warning of potential human error in collection and processing.
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Cameron Magnet teacher placed on paid administrative leave
Cameron Magnet teacher James Johnston was put on paid administrative leave as the district conducts an administrative investigation. District spokesman Adkins declined to explain the reason, noting no criminal probe and that students were moved to a separate classroom during the search. Johnston’s daughter reportedly said students were relocated while the investigation occurred.
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