19 Feb 2001
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 2001
Page
1
Betty Hinnant, a Meals on Wheels driver, volunteers at Paramount Christian Church aiding accounting and educational secretaries and delivering flowers to shut ins. Nominator Sandra Finchum says Betty is always willing to help even at the last minute.
Jerry Conner, longtime local restaurateur famous as The King for his barbecue sauce and ribs, announces plans to retire next month from his downtown restaurant. His signature flavors and neighborhood dining spot leave a lasting legacy in the city.
In Amarillo Daily News Tuesday preview, David E Kelley’s Boston Public brings laughs and lessons about teen life. Age shapes what you learn as the drama examines school days on stage.
The report notes a mix of sun and clouds for Tila with a high near 65 to 70 degrees. Tonight remains partly cloudy with a low around 35. Tuesday adds similar partly cloudy conditions with a high near 70.
Dale Earnhardt, seven time Winston Cup champion nicknamed The Intimidator, died from head injuries after a last lap crash at Daytona International Speedway. The 49 year old driver was airlifted to Halifax Medical Center as son Dale Jr. and wife Teresa waited nearby. Michael Waltrip won the race, while Ken Schrader and Sterling Marlin were involved in the final turn incident. NASCAR president Mike Helton and NASCAR chairman Bill France Jr. expressed grief and called Earnhardt the greatest driver in NASCAR history.
In Austin, budget writers hear agency pleas as the House Appropriations Committee opens mark up on the 108.2 billion proposal. Senate groups will refine funding next week amid tighter finances, with education and Medicaid prioritized and many requests likely to be denied.
Amarillo educators including Connie Wootton of St. Andrew's Episcopal School voiced worries about the No Child Left Behind voucher proposal. They question eligibility rules and admissions if vouchers allow transfer from failing districts to private or public schools. Private and Catholic school leaders weighed potential strings and government involvement, with some favoring tax credits.
The GAO finds the Marine Corps skipped key V-22 Osprey tests that would show rapid descent data after two fatal crashes. It notes warnings about hydraulic system problems and cites a cabin too small for 24 combat Marines, challenging claims the tiltrotor replaces helicopters.
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