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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 2000
Page
9
Ken Brodnax's column reflects on aging, the shift in perceptions of youth culture, and the gradual slide into old fogey status. The piece contrasts youth fashions, body art, and music with aging perspectives, noting dialogue with younger peers and the urge to understand changing norms.
The Wednesday high at Midland International Airport tied a 52‑year record of 104 degrees as a high pressure ridge keeps heat in the region. August ran 2.4 degrees above average and September is also above normal, with a cooling trend expected after a weakening ridge. Dallas and northeast Texas felt the heat, with East Texas reaching 110 on Monday before a front cooled the area.
Texas officials push back against a report listing oilfield laborers as the worst job in America. They cite extreme weather, exposure to gas and high pressures, and the risk of fatigue and injury, while noting safety is improving and the occupation commands respect.
Midland Texas DPS officials released a composite sketch of an unknown woman found dead Aug. 26 along a roadway. The description lists 6 feet tall, 131 pounds, red hair, freckles, pierced ears, no tattoos, brown jeans, a black cotton top with three quarter sleeves and black sandals. Authorities seek tips. no identification or fingerprint match made. The death is treated as an accident and the sketch will be shared widely. Call 498-2100 with information.
An autopsy confirmed 42 year old Camerine Lopez of Baytown died from blunt chest trauma after a metal baffle fell while unloading a tractor trailer at the Odessa Ector Power Project. OSH officials and the sheriff’s office opened an investigation and no foul play is suspected. The ODES sheriff said results should align with initial findings and OSHA will determine the exact cause.
The Lubbock Asperger Syndrome Support Organization partners with Region 17 Education Service Center to host a September conference at the Lubbock Civic Center. Dr Tony Attwood and Dr Temple Grandin will discuss Asperger Syndrome effects and management for families nationwide.
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