Intermission film directors laud rare collaborative process
Intermission era directors Ivan Reitman and Todd Phillips describe the making of Road Trip as unusually collaborative. The pair note that such teamwork is uncommon in Hollywood today, reflecting on Tuesday coverage in the Amarillo Daily News.
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First Graduation Class Of Texas Tech Pharmacy In Amarillo
Hundreds gather at the Amarillo Civic Center for the first graduation of the Texas Tech School of Pharmacy in Amarillo. Chancellor John Montford and TTU System leaders praise the milestone as pioneers receive diplomas as families and dignitaries look on. Carruthers and Tracey Carruthers share pride in the achievement and plans for careers in pharmacy.
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Weather Outlook For Today And Tonight
Lala reports a mostly sunny day with a high near 93 degrees and easterly winds from 5 to 15 mph. Tonight expects a low around 58 degrees with clear skies and mild conditions.
Amarillo Milburn Academy charter approved without AISD impact review
The Texas Education Agency panel approved Richard Milburn Academy in Amarillo for at risk students after a misfiled AISD impact statement was not reviewed. The Milburn charter gained 3-2 committee support and unanimous state board approval, with August start anticipated.
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U S cigarette exports fall as smoking deaths rise globally
U S cigarette exports drop 25 percent with 50 billion fewer cigarettes abroad in one year while per capita US smoking falls 42 percent to 1633 cigarettes. WHO warns of 10 million tobacco related deaths annually by the 2020s amid rising smoking in poor countries.
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Homies toys spark debate over stereotypes in San Francisco
In San Francisco's Mission District a 16 year old girl remarks on the popular Homies toy figures and their cultural impact. Creator David Gonzales aims to expand to 54 characters while Latino leaders and researchers debate whether the dolls perpetuate gang imagery or reflect a growing Latino consumer power. Los Angeles detective P J Morris criticizes the display of toys in family settings, saying glorified gang images could influence youth behavior.
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