Bush outlines budget cuts and social programs in New Hampshire
President Bush, campaigning in New Hampshire, pushes a 23 million pilot for student drug testing, a 300 million job placement program for released prisoners, and doubled funds for teen abstinence. He urges curbs on performance enhancing drugs and supports a same sex marriage ban if courts strike down the current law. He argues terrorists and Iraq dangers justify action, promotes private retirement accounts, health care reform, and continued tax cuts while maintaining aid to religious groups.
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Representatives react to Bush State of the Union address
Texas lawmakers weigh in on the address. Rep Gene Green notes support for troops and college programs at Lee College but calls for more focus on domestic jobs. Rep Nick Lampson criticizes debt and health costs while urging better priorities. Rep Chris Bell urges leadership change and job growth. Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison praises security and No Child Left Behind aligned goals.
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Democrats spar as race pivots after Iowa upsets
Democratic contenders clash over experience and electability as Iowa shocks reshape the field. Kerry and Edwards surged with a first and second, Dean clings to underdog talk in New Hampshire, Gephardt exits, and Obama-like momentum is directed toward a volatile seven-state sprint. Bush watches from the White House as the party fights to define a nominee.
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Downtown seeks new coordinator after grant ends
City considers a short term plan as a Downtown coordinator may be replaced. The Community Development Block Grant funds about 1.06 million yearly with up to 10 percent for admin costs. The grant expires September 30 leaving the city to decide on hiring and future use of funds.
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Texas Avenue
Minyard named Sterling football coach after long track
Sterling High School selected Minyard as head football coach joining the Long era staff. Minyard, previously at Huntsville and Jacksonville, aided a 70-27 record at Jacksonville and helped rebuild Sterling’s program which has not reached the playoffs since 1985. He holds a degree from Stephen F. Austin and is married with two children.
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Orangefield
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