17 Jul 2002
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Newspaper
Del Rio News Herald
Location
Del Rio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 2002
Page
1
Illinois Gaming Board launches a self ban for gamblers to curb problem gambling. Banned entrants can still access casinos but must forfeit winnings over 1200 on slots or 10000 at tables, with funds redirected to problem gambling groups.
School district projects proceed despite weather, with most campuses active this summer under the $29.4 million bond plan. Bobby Fernandez notes ongoing work includes expanding the Del Rio High School Band Hall and Freshman School Library, adding classrooms at Dr Lonnie Green and Lamar Elementary, and building libraries at Marion Russell Middle and Buena Vista Elementary.
Val Verde County Appraisal District directors approved a move to Blue Cross Blue Shield for employee health insurance, effective August 1, reversing a prior Unicare contract. Chief Appraiser Ricardo Martinez cited budget issues and better coverage with BCBS, supported by BCBS agent Diana Zertuche.
Elvira Morales settles into the new American Consular agency at Morelos and Ocampo in Ciudad Acufia. She aims to assist U S citizens with hospital or legal needs, and collaborate with Mexican officials to curb American teens drinking across the border. The office also helps Mexican nationals find the correct agency and reduces wait times for consular aid.
A Freese and Nichols engineer warned the Medina Dam could have failed if floodwaters breached its 164 foot height. The report supports county officials who urged evacuation for downstream residents, with Castroville likely to be hit within an hour if the dam breached.
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