Maquiladora tours reveal more trade opportunities
Odessa business leaders identify Juarez maquiladoras as a gateway to expanded export trade. Matt DeWitt of PMC Global Industries and Mark Nicholas of NCG Inc. lead a Nov 7 tour, urging local suppliers to engage with the border city’s growing industrial sector and consider new opportunities for Odessa Midland firms.
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Who will run for Combest seat in 19th District
Texas politics buzzes over the open 19th Congressional District seat as Rep. Larry Combest of Lubbock announces a May 31 resignation. The district spans 20 counties from the Panhandle to Midland, with May 3 or Sept. 13 eyed for a probable special election and a runoff possible 30 days later. Republican Sen. Robert Duncan says he will not run, citing unwillingness to relocate to Washington.
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Hundreds turn out for Texas Recycles Day in Odessa
Rosie Lopez directs Keep Odessa Beautiful as hundreds attend Texas Recycles Day to learn recycling and enjoy free McDonald’s burgers Coca Cola and a car display. Odessa High junior Bryan Rutherford volunteers at the door prize table while Girl Scout Sophia Clifton assists. Lopez says the event aims to raise awareness and encourage local residents to recycle and reuse to conserve resources.
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Be Prepared for Odessas Icy Winter Weather
Odessa braces for a cold wet winter with a likely above average freeze. Meteorologist Todd Lindley warns of health, plant, pet risks and possible vehicle and home damage without precautions. University Health Sciences Center at Odessa notes common illnesses are cold and flu with vaccines and fluids advised.
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Saddam accepts U.N. weapon inspection resolution amid war fears
In an open letter to parliament Saddam Hussein says Iraq accepted a tough U.N. weapons inspection resolution to avert war as U.S. and Israel threaten action. Inspectors' advance team expected in Baghdad Monday after a four year absence.
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