Seinfeld finale sparks debate over grand ending
Ken Brodnax weighs how to wrap up the long running comedy noting hype rivals a Super Bowl but the show remains about nothing. He argues the four leads thrive on mishaps and that the finale should be understated and enjoyed in quiet settings rather to grand parties.
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New Odessa Council welcomes Hext and Cleaver in two District seats
Bill Hext and Bill Cleaver are sworn in as Odessa City Council members after winning May 2 elections. Hext unopposed for District 2, Cleaver with 89 percent over Jimmy Miller for District 1. Davenport and Edwards pledge continued community involvement as the council begins a new term.
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Odessa
Hext
Petroleum Expendable Products Inc
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Phillips Petroleum
Kirk Edwards
Jimmy Miller
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Edwards
District 2
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Odessa pool season to start May 23 with 900000 gallons prepped
Odessa Parks and Recreation plans to fill four municipal pools with more than 900000 gallons this week as the city readies for the May 23 season. Pools will be disinfected with chlorine, staffed by 26 lifeguards, and open daily 1 to 7 pm with $1 admission.
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Odessa
Woodson Park
Paul Weaver
Odessa Parks and Recreation
Weaver
1998 City Pool Schedule and Indoor Pool Plans
The Odessa Parks and Recreation Department lists pool hours and closures for Sherwood Woodson Floyd Gwin and McKinney pools with guardian rules for under 17. The Odessa College indoor pool will offer water aerobics swim lessons and water safety classes starting in June with lap swimming, charging $5 for nonmembers and $3 with a member or student.
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McKinney
Becki Murphy
Odessa
Parks and Recreation Department
Odessa College
Betty Fredrickson
Fredrickson
Courthouse security plans OK’d by commissioners
Commissioners Court unanimously approved security upgrades for the courthouse including four metal detector wands a portable walk through detector radios a panic alarm system and uniforms. One full time and one part time armed officer positions will be opened with potential off duty or retired officers filling roles.
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Tom Todd
Mark Donaldson
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Donaldson
Odessa
Sheriff's Office
Reggie Yearwood
Lubbock
Yearwood
Ector County
Courthouse
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Senior Citizens Center
Nurses Week Honors Nurses at Medical Center Hospital
Nurses Week acknowledges dedication as 750 nurses at Medical Center Hospital provide patient care. ICU nurse Jennifer Kingston says making a difference in one patient’s life is rewarding, while Nora Wilson notes the team coordinates all aspects of care and expects nurses to stay current with technology. Page 6B.
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Medical Center Hospital
United States
Nora Wilson
Lisa Corley
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March of Dimes Walk America surpasses goal in Ector County
ECISD joined the March of Dimes Walk America drawing about 750 participants at Comanche Trail Park. The event raised over 52000 dollars, surpassing the 44000 dollar target by about 8000, with ECISD contributing roughly 75 percent of the goal. Doreen Richardson credited team dedication for the success.
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