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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2004
Page
11
Ken Brodnax vents about gas prices and the culture of mobility, blaming oil interests and highway systems for rising costs. He reflects on past fuel prices, SUV drains, and the urge to stay on the move despite economic pain, noting the pattern across generations.
Odessa and Permian board members discuss a policy that would curb grade relief for students. Larry Edwards says current rules allow a 65 by nine weeks while the new minimum aims to enforce accountability. The district plans a $10,227 budget to relocate Academic Acceleration Academy courses to Fannin Early Education Center.
In Odessa a faith-based trend sees home sellers burying small St Joseph statues in yards or near for sale signs, believing divine help will move properties. Real estate agents note clients use kits from local shops as a symbolic boost, with many testimonials of successful sales.
The Doobie Brothers will perform in Odessa in June to benefit the Ector County Education Foundation. The third year fundraiser is set for June 23 at the Ector County Coliseum with board president Cindi Wiehle citing broad appeal and a fun atmosphere. The band has a history of playing Odessa about 20 years ago. See DOOBIE on Page 28.
Tickets for the show go on sale May 24 at the Ector County Coliseum box office and at the First American Bank Ball Park box office in Midland from 8 30 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission tickets range 22 to 44 dollars. For details call 334 7185, Coliseum 552 7825, or Ball Park 685 7100. A limited number of sponsor tables with dinner and drinks may be bought by calling 334 7185. Floor tables priced 1000 to 5000 dollars.
Medical Center Hospital CEO William Webster reported to the Ector County Hospital District Board on the hospital's role in boosting the local economy. The remarks referenced an American Hospital Association study, underscoring hospitals’ economic contributions amid tightening federal and state budgets.
In Odessa Midland area Hispanics form 42 percent of the population, about 146000 people, and national data project 38 percent growth by 2007. Analysts view Hispanics as a potential prize in political competition amid rising numbers. Article by Jose Luis Rodriguez, KUPB Univision 18 contributor.
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