Oil leaders discuss Garza replacement on Texas Commission
Permian Basin Petroleum Association official says a veteran oil industry figure should replace Tony Garza on the Texas Railroad Commission after his confirmation as US ambassador to Mexico. Morris Burns notes Garza was not a strong ally. Perry must name a new commissioner.
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Garza
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Rick Perry
Morris Burns
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Iraq Accepts United Nations Weapons Inspection Terms
Iraq agrees to a strict U.N. inspection framework in a letter that stresses peace and no conditions but warns inspectors to follow rules. The White House says the United States will enforce a zero tolerance stance on any concealment of weapons and mass destruction.
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Kofi Annan
Odessa push to raise police and firefighter pay
Police and fire crews in Odessa, backed by the Odessa Pire Fighters Association, launch the Back the Blue petition drive at 2020 E 42nd St and 520 N Lae Ave to pressure the City Council. Organizers aim for 2000 signatures amid concerns over low wages and attracting staff.
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Wester
E. 42Nd St
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N. Lae Ave
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Odessa
Bishops approve compromise sex abuse policy in U S church
US bishops backed a compromise sex abuse policy after Vatican input to balance fairness to priests with victims’ needs. The plan aims to restore credibility after a year of clergy abuse revelations, with Vatican approval still required to bind bishops as church law. Bishop Donald Wuert signaled support during the Washington meeting.
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Alanis and lawmakers defend tougher Texas tests
In Austin, Education Commissioner Felipe Alanis and lawmakers Teel Bivins and Kent Grusendorf backed a tougher statewide test for the coming school year. They urged proceeding despite fears of more failures, arguing the measure is needed for educational progress as the State Board of Education prepares to decide grading for the new Texas Assessment for Knowledge and Skill.
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Alanis
Teel Bivins
Kent Grusendorf
Texas Business and Education Coalition
Bivins
Amarillo
Senate Education Committee
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R-Arlington
State Board of Education
UTPB offers scholarships to Ector County graduates
The University of Texas of the Permian Basin awarded $500 per semester scholarships for up to two terms to Ector County and Odessa College graduates who meet freshman or transfer requirements and maintain full-time status with a 2.5 GPA. The program began this fall with $75,000 donated plus a $75,000 Abell-Hanger Foundation matching grant.
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Odessa
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Ector Eecee
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