Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of August.
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🚧 Accidents
Three Midland firefighters joined efforts to battle the Ross Fire that has spread across 85,000 acres in Palo Pinto & Jack Counties.
The blaze was first reported on Monday and was 21% contained by Thursday evening as the team provided medical aid.
🎓 Education
ECISD reported that 95% of its students meet college, career, and military readiness benchmarks (a 22-point rise since 2023).
School leaders credit strategic planning and partnerships for the success and urge parents to discuss future plans with counselors.
🏥 Health
MCH Family Health Clinics in Odessa received a $650K federal grant to expand primary care, including enhanced services at four key Ector County locations.
The grant also designates the clinics as Federally Qualified Health Centers — opening the door for future funding to address chronic diseases.
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