Perryman predicts steady Basin area economic expansion
M Ray Perryman, president of The Perryman Group, forecasts gradual growth for the Odessa Midland MSA, with population rising about 4.94 percent annually 2003 to 2008 to nearly 255,000 and wage workers up 10,600. Real GDP is seen expanding 4.11 percent yearly to $9.03 billion, as he addresses the Odessa Midland Economic Development Summit.
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Preview of 2004 State of the Economy conference
Special section preview highlights the 2004 State of the Economy conference with a focus on regional economic issues and opportunities. Pages 4 to 5A cover broader topics from Motron to Mexico and related economic themes affecting the area.
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Lights out for Odessa as Friday Night Lights wraps in Permian Basin
Odessa ends its film run with Friday Night Lights second unit wrapping at Ratliff Stud and first unit finishing Thursday. Publicist Ernie Malik says principal shooting shifts to Houston for a week then two weeks for second unit, with climax filmed in the Astrodome. Release set for Oct 15. Cast and crew enjoyed Odessa bars and restaurants, with wrap party drawing about 150 people at Barnaby’s as locals recall the three weeks of filming and tequila-fueled nights.
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Kerry faces challenge in defining vision amid Gore comparison
Washington Democrats worry John Kerry risks losing focus on a forward looking vision, drawing a parallel with Al Gore. Polls show less than 30 percent know Kerry, making a clear message essential as analysis notes gaps in his primary campaign.
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