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Stems’ new line was taking off when virus hit

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Lance and Kacee Jones just recently added a new feature to their Stems business—formerly Roberts Greenhouse on NE Mustang Dr.—and then the virus threat hit, resulting in unforeseen operational changes. Lance Jones said the business’ new wine line was taking off last month before COVID-19 began rearing its ugly head in America.

Trying times with oil prices, COVID-19

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If the coronavirus threat didn’t appear to be enough with which to contend, West Texans were also alarmed over the week by 20-year lows in crude oil prices.

Gov’s order changes restaurant scene

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Though an executive order from Governor Greg Abbott closed restaurant dine-in areas at midnight Friday, a local business owner said he remained optimistic about a restaurant he opened in southeast Andrews last month.

Man arrested for aggravated assault

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An Andrews man was arrested March 9 for allegedly “running into” a female victim’s vehicle with his vehicle outside her Andrews County residence, according to a probable cause arrest document.

Suspect in stabbing to have pre-trial hearing

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An Andrews man accused of stabbing a woman in the U.S. Post Office parking lot in October is scheduled for a hearing next week in 109th District Court, according to the court docket.

Storefronts considered for AMS and AHS

The school board last Tuesday tabled an agenda item to approve building storefronts at the middle school and high school facilities to streamline the entry process into both schools, according to school officials.

County’s Democrats are minority, favor Sanders

County residents were faced with a choice before voting for candidates and propositions during the recent March primary election.

Locals were hoping against Prop 3

Local officials were hoping for the failure of one of 10 state propositions that appeared on the March primary ballot.

Policeman shot during mobile mass shooting is OPD’s Officer of the Year

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An Odessa police officer who grew up in Andrews and displayed selfless and heroic-type action during the Aug. 31 mobile mass shooting incident in Midland/Odessa was recently lauded by his department.

Teen crossing Main St. is struck by vehicle

An Andrews teen sustained injuries when he was struck by an SUV while running across N. Main St. late Monday afternoon, according to police.