Daylight Saving Time Arrives Early This Morning
Daylight saving time began early this morning causing clocks to move ahead one hour. Clocks will be set back one hour on the last Sunday of October, restoring standard time. Meals on Wheels announces a winner in its new logo contest.
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Police Dog Nabbed After Tape Shoplifting Prime Rib
WAUKESHA Wis AP A police dog Nutz a seven year old German shepherd escaped a kennel while owner was away and wandered into a 24 hour grocery store. Videotape shows him selecting a prime rib from the meat counter before two workers herded him back to the station. He had a small cut on his foot but is in good condition. authorities planned to question him about the incident.
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Oil buoys Bush as Texas signs 45 million oil tax break
In 1999 Governor George W. Bush signed a bipartisan 45 million tax break for small oil and natural gas producers to keep output steady amid low oil prices. Supporters hailed the move as state backing for a vital industry. Analysts note years of mutual benefit between Bush and the oil sector.
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Amtrak deal advances with reforms and Sunset Limited move
Amtrak faces a busy period as reforms advance and a watchdog assessment lingers. A new routing plan will bring the Sunset Limited through the Permian Basin with Odessa as a stop three days weekly, potentially six days in town, as tourism and convention business are pushed to boost profitability.
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Second eruption puts Japan on edge
Thousands of townspeople in shelters across Hokkaido endure a second eruption from Mount Usu. Evacuations expanded as ash, gas, and debris spread, with officials warning of long disruption and potential further eruptions. Local resident Mutsuko Shimakura, 74, fears a protracted evacuation as experts warn the danger remains and new craters opened near a hot springs resort.
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Judge ends Microsoft mediation
Judge Richard Posner says mediation to settle the government antitrust suit against Microsoft has failed after over four months. The federal government and 19 states accuse Microsoft of illegal anti competitive behavior using monopoly power. Judge Jackson had postponed verdict to allow out of court settlement talks.
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John Kerr Named Odessa American Executive Editor
John Kerr, previously OA managing editor, is named executive editor replacing Gary Newsom who moved to the San Antonio Express News as state editor in January. Bill Salter adds the title of editor, continuing as publisher.
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