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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 2015
Page
8
A local boy received medical care after a rattlesnake bite. Doctors described the boy’s condition as stable and monitored during observation at the regional clinic. No further complications were reported as of this edition.
A six year old boy bitten on the right hand by a rattlesnake outside Logan's Roadhouse on 42nd Street was airlifted to Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock and moved from intensive care to stable condition. Police and animal control cited privacy and no citations were given. Experts warn snakes are active in warm weather and advise caution around parks and pastures.
The Texas Senate approved a religious objection bill 21 to 10 to allow clergy to refuse performing marriages that violate their beliefs. The measure, needing a final procedural vote before House action, aims to shield religious ceremonies amid potential federal rulings on gay marriage. Critics note existing church state separation already permits religious policies.
Capitol News Roundup reports the Texas Senate approved a bill to shield suppliers of lethal injection drugs from public disclosure as a Houston killer nears execution. Gov. Abbott signaled support for broader secrecy, with House action pending. Also, Abbott signed graduation rules allowing some students to graduate with failed exams, while a Tebow bill would let home schooled students join public athletics.
Oscar George Smith 32, of Killeen, died in a single vehicle wreck on U S Highway 87 south of Sterling City. The 1999 Honda Passport rolled after veering from the road about 6 15 a m Monday. Smith was pronounced dead at the scene. Big Spring troopers investigated.
In Vanssay, Texas, officials confirm all missing residents are accounted for after a deadly weekend tornado. DPS Trooper Jean Dark said on Monday night the missing list is cleared, with cadaver dogs still sweeping the area. two people died as the town of 2,600 faced the disaster about 70 miles southeast of Dallas.
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