Edwards to Run for President in 2004 Exploratory Move
North Carolina Senator Edwards told about 200 friends at a New Year’s party he will form an exploratory committee to run for president in 2004. He plans public announcement on Today show and holds fundraisers in Raleigh. Edwards weighs Senate re election in 2004 alongside his national bid.
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Global warming shifts ranges of plants and wildlife worldwide
Two Nature studies synthesize hundreds of papers showing rising temperatures push plants to bloom earlier and move species ranges northward. Experts warn many species face extinction or pressure from new competitors as global warming accelerates, with implications across continents.
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West Virginia doctors protest rising malpractice insurance costs
West Virginia surgeons begin 30 day leaves of absence at Wheeling Hospital Ohio Valley Medical Center and Reynolds Memorial Hospital with 18 of 19 specialists participating. Eleven more leave requests come from Weirton Medical Center. All four hospitals keep ERs open though few emergency surgeons remain available.
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Garcia Sworn In as First Hispanic Female County Judge
Garcia was sworn in at Space Center Houston during a New Year’s Eve celebration. She succeeds her predecessor and appoints Judy Gray Johnson as chief deputy City Comptroller to fulfill the term. Garcia becomes the first Hispanic and female county judge, maintaining a party balance on the commissioners court.
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Boy Scouts outline abuse prevention and background checks
Harris, Chambers, and Shaffer describe a multi tier protection approach for youth. Training and videos have been in place for 15 years with 10 000 scouts and 32 000 volunteers across the area. The policy includes background checks funded by national headquarters and begins screening new applicants by April while educating youths on reporting abuse.
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Texas lawmakers face push to fund education and adjust TAKS
Legislators hear educators demand higher education funding for pay raises health insurance and smaller classes. TAKS testing sparks protest as third graders risk stalling advancement while a master science teacher program with a $5000 stipend is proposed to lift science instruction. Gov. Perry supports the science plan as part of education reform.
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Public Education Costs Shifted From State to Districts
A Texas official notes education funding shifts to districts in tax cut context and expresses uncertainty about 2003 actions. Other leaders reflect on tenure, accomplishments, and future plans as Bosse leaves office January 14 and Fonteno finishes 28 years as Harris County precinct 2 commissioner. Nearby efforts include environmental bills, coastal erosion sponsorship, and Space Coast Boulevard expansion to improve evacuation routes for Clear Lake residents.
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