11 Sep 1999
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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1999
Page
1
Ector County Attorney Tracey Bright and other models showcased locally designed aprons at the United Way of Odessa fund raiser kickoff. In drizzle, Wayne and Lori Aldrich released colored balloons as they mourn their 3 year old daughter, the first victim in a major E coli outbreak.
The Barrio Lions Club will host the Fiesta Patrias Parade at 10 a.m. starting at Odessa College and ending at the ECISD Administration Building on Ninth Street. Registration forms are available at OC through 8:30 a.m. today with no charge.
London officials halted the 450 foot British Airways London Eye project as 136 cables failed during the lift plan. The 17 hour operation to position the millennium wheel beside the Thames was suspended for safety, delaying the $33 million project sponsored by British Airways.
The state seeks membership in the Texas compact with Maine and Vermont amid debate over expansion and who can approve such a move. A governor’s office spokesman denied receipt of a formal letter, while officials note any expansion requires the compact commissioners and Congress approval.
The 24th Annual Permian Basin Fair and Exposition began as thousands visited the Ector County Coliseum grounds. Two year old Reid Hyland fed animals while families noted traditions, with Scott Kerr enjoying a honey moon visit and fair board member Steve Lambert praising safety and steady crowds through opening night. The fair runs through September 18 at the Permian Basin Fairgrounds.
Odessa Police hunt for tactical K-9 Yeery reported missing after escaping from his handler's kennel. Commander John Blanco says the city remains watchful over the weekend. Dispatchers logged about 15 leads, none verified as officers split the city into sectors. Campus police and the Ector County Sheriff admonished patrols, with a DPS Cessna 210 flight used briefly. cost estimates ranged from 150 to 200 dollars per hour for the aircraft and 75 dollars for a local pilot's plane.
Hispanic activists gathered in San Antonio to urge participation in a nationwide brownout against major networks to protest scant Latino representation. Gabriel Velasquez of Inner City Advocates urged strong consumer action, while actor Jesse Borrego joined leaders at the Mexican American Unity Council to publicize the boycott starting Sunday.
Denver teachers approve the nations first plan tying pay raises to students' classroom performance in a two year pilot. Volunteers participate with expansion debated after the trial. Some educators praise the idea while others doubt measurement accuracy amid many variables.
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