Scams warn of fake insurance cards amid ACA changes
Consumer experts warn that scammers push health insurance pitches tied to Obamacare causing fear and identity theft. They advise reporting calls, researching options, and avoiding unnecessary plans like discount medical cards or unverified carriers as the enrollment period under the health care law approaches October 1.
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Patton
Healthcare Exchange
BBB
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
Avery
Midland
Massachusetts
Attorney General’s Office
H-E-B
Linda Mick
Sam’s Club
Mick
ACA
Robbery at Smoker's Outlet Leaves Employees Injured
Stewart recalls the man demanding money and shoving Martin as he fled with cash from the store and fifty dollars taken from Stewart herself. The incident follows a rise in Odessa robberies since 2010, with 399 total and 141 in 2012, and eight eight robberies already this year.
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Martin
Stewart
Smoker's Outlet
Odessa
Odessa business reacts to rising crime at Patriot Games
David Edwards of Patriot Games at 1605 E Eighth St Odessa reports growing crime and fear. He recalls a recent shoplifting incident caught on surveillance and reflects on how violence could have escalated, while coworkers Martin and Stewart discuss the emotional toll and long term impact on the community.
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David Edwards
Eighth St
Edwards
Odessa
Texas
Martin
Stewart
CAF vows to keep F/F and museum in West Texas
Statement refutes move rumors and confirms Commemorative Air Force plans to keep FIFI and the CAF Airpower Museum in Midland Odessa. Details include ongoing renovations, touring schedule, funding from local leaders and donors, and AIRSHO events, with FIFI flying since 2010 and touring nationwide to educate about veterans and freedom.
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Commemorative Air Force
CAF
Texas
Commemorative Air
Permian Basin
CAF Airpower Museum
CAF Airsho
High Sky Wing
Desert Squadron
Midland
Odessa
CAF Airpower
Sun ‘N Fun
Houston
West Texas
Tom Craddick
Midland-Odessa
America
West
CAFP
Band Hybrid Sunz Draws Support From Families in Odessa
Shelley Aubuschon moved to Odessa from Washington State and was surprised by the band members ages and their passion. The Hybrid Sunz rely on moms and dads for logistics, with Kristina Blevins as manager and families handling setup, teardown, and transport between three Saturday shows and a Permain Basin Fair appearance. The group aims to professionally record three original songs soon and keep playing festivals as they grow.
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Shelley Aubuschon
Odessa
Washington State
Aubuschon
Hybrid Sunz
Alex
Kristina Blevins
Permian Basin Fair and Exposition
Hybrid Child
Permian Basin Fair Schedule Highlights and Acts
The program lists Extreme Raptors shows at 2 30 and 5 30 P M on the Wells Fargo Music Stage along with Lonestart Action Sports BMX, Kachunga and the Alligator, Jumping Gi ants, and the Kid s Celebration Family Game Show. The fair runs to 10 P M with a note on plans to play SXSW in March and a focus on positive youth influence.
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Cool Dogs
Gians
Wells Fargo
Kachunga
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of Historical Education
Jim Cavanaugh
Addison
FIFI
TxDot
EAA AirVenture
CommemorativeAir Force.org
Monti Carol Madera
Wells Fargo Music Stage
Hambone Express
Extreme Raptors
Tor
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