Former Permian student charged after parking lot gunpoint incident
Jesus Albert Yanez, 19, a former Permian High School student, was arrested by Ector County ISD police after pointing a gun from his vehicle at three students leaving campus around 4 10 p m Tuesday. He was charged with deadly conduct, upgraded to three counts of aggravated assault after interviews and more evidence. Yanez posted a $30,000 bond and was released.
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I 20 rehab work near Midland east of FM 1788 to Loop 250
Jones Brothers Dirt and Paving Contractors move into a four to five week phase rehabilitating about 15 miles of Interstate 20 from Highway 349 in central Midland to the Ector County line. Speed limits drop to 60 mph and 11 foot wide loads require detours. Completion expected in October.
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Texas cities dominate fastest growing list shows eight of fifteen
The latest Census Bureau data reveal eight of the nation's 15 fastest growing cities are in Texas. Houston added over 34 500 people to reach 2.2 million, ranking second in total population gains behind New York City. San Marcos leads as the fastest growing city at 4.9 percent, also passing 50 000 residents. Other fast growers include Midland Odessa Conroe Cedar Park Georgetown Frisco and McKinney. Mayor Dantel Guerrero notes the finding aligns with expectations.
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Buckeye, Ariz
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Veterans honored by Ector County Republican Women event
The Ector County Republican Women hosted Emeritus at Sherwood Place to honor World War II and other veterans as Memorial Day nears. Judy Calloway spoke of preserving veterans’ stories and the sacrifice behind freedom, while Otis Barnes recalled serving as a WWII cook and lookout and feeling honored by the recognition.
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Midessa leaders urge driver safety ahead of Memorial Day
Odessa and Midland officials launched a messaging blitz to personalize road safety ahead of Memorial Day weekend. At UT Permian Basin the mayors shared startling traffic stats and cited tragedies including Odessa Mayor David Turner’s friend Brad Holcomb who died after an April 29 crash. Turner recalled his grief and urged action like red light cameras, more police, and a possible stance on bans on texting while driving. See MOTRAN Page 6A
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