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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1995
Page
13
Laura Dennis reflects on a playful moment with her three year old Zachary who praises her for not spilling juice. She argues that positive reinforcement matters, noting how compliments shape behavior and reduce griping. Dennis urges kinder language to lift children, claiming praise can lower crime and drug use by fostering self worth. Laura Dennis' column appears every other Friday.
A local Odessa survey by Manpower Inc. predicts a soft job market for July through September with only 16 percent of employers planning to recruit and 13 percent preparing layoffs. Construction and services hold the best chances while mining may cutbacks. Odessa's April unemployment at 7.1 percent rose slightly from March, with employment up over 400 but labor force up over 600.
More than 100 people gathered at Johnson Elementary School to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the ECISD harp program and recognize harp teacher Reba McHaney. A 45 minute recital preceded a proclamation naming Thursday as Reba McHaney Day with letters of appreciation from national harp figures and city officials.
David Lemon tearfully described his son Brandon Lemon who would be 19 today as jurors heard testimony in the case of Juan Navarette charged with involuntary manslaughter. The collision occurred June 18 1994 at the intersection of Texas Highway 302 and FM 866 when Navarette failed to stop at a sign and struck a Suburban carrying Lemon and others.
Mexico City economist Marcos Delgado told the Odessa luncheon that Mexico is opening its doors to American firms and West Texans are well placed to benefit. He urged firms to establish a local presence, offer systems and services, and improve Mexico’s transportation network to boost trade with the north. Delgado emphasized proximity and hands on engagement as key to success.
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