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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 2004

Page

2

Brothers Marquez rise through Odessa law enforcement

Pete Abel and Phillip Marquez recall strict upbringing and shared path into policing. Abel joined as jailer at Ector County Detention Center before becoming a patrol officer, while Phillip became a dispatcher then a police recruit. Both brothers started patrol duties the same day.

Abel Ector County Phillip Odessa Phillip Marquez Pete Police Academy

Three Marquez brothers serve in separate OPD divisions

Pedro and Epi Marquez worry less about danger as their three sons patrol the city. A policy against nepotism exists, yet Abel Marquez’s three brothers and Abel remain in separate units with different lieutenants. Isaac, age three, will wait years to don a Spiderman mask while real crime fighters keep guarding the streets.

Pete Marquez Epi Marquez Phillip Marquez Pedro Eee Marquez OPD Marquez Abel Marquez Isaac

Bellucci Calls The Passion Honest Yet Not For Children

Monica Bellucci says The Passion of the Christ is an honest film but not suitable for kids due to its intense violence. She notes Gibson aimed to depict Jesus last 12 hours, which she says are very brutal, and confirms the film opens in Italy this month with a clear warning for young audiences. The interview also mentions a separate Hong Kong exhibit with handprints of about 70 stars opening April 27, featuring Michelle Yeoh and Andy Lau, backed by a $5 million display to boost tourism.

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Chan's handprints to be on display in Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities announce that the handprints of Jackie Chan and director John Woo will be added to the Avenue of Stars display, marking a tribute to their contributions to action cinema and Hong Kong film history. The event underscores Chan and Woo as prominent figures in Asian cinema.

Robert Soto Jr Ieff Heather Soto Roswell International Air Center Roswell N.M Collings Foundation Chan Hong Kong Jackie Chan John Woo Avenue of Stars

Toyah floods as 8 inch rain swamps town and dike fails

After a heavy storm dumped about eight inches of rain in two hours, Toyah faced floodwaters from Five Mile Draw that overwhelmed a dirt dike. Emergency crews evacuated most residents, with about 50 homes damaged and foundations cracking as the town dries out. Officials issued a boil water notice while awaiting test results. Local residents begin returning amid the mess.

Five Mile Draw Toyah Tollett Hill

Texans remember fallen soldiers from Lubbock to Orange

The article details multiple Texas families grieving servicemen killed in Iraq. Garza, Arsiaga, and Lance Cpl. Shane Goldman, a Little Cypress-Mauriceville grad, are named with hometowns Lubbock Frenship district Greenwood High School Orange and Camp Pendleton. Funeral plans were pending.

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Fallujah battle raises tolls as Marines push deeper

In Fallujah heavy fighting continued as Marines moved into the city center and clashed with insurgents. U S planes struck targets, while Iraqi casualties rose with 34 dead reported in Fallujah and eight others across the area. Marines said they were several blocks inside the city with multiple helicopters hit and 14 detainees held since Monday.

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Permian oil conference outlines profits and speakers

The conference titled Permian Profit Strategies gathers industry leaders in the Permian Basin to discuss drilling, financing, and growth. Speakers include Richard Kinder of Kinder Morgan and Aubrey McClendon of Chesapeake Energy, with panels on asset management, stock evaluation, and independent producer strategies.

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Palmer Set for Final Masters Tee Off in Augusta

Hollywood notes Arnold Palmer plans his final Masters appearance in Augusta while Bush signals openness to ideas. Clinton criticizes gay marriage ban. The Alamo remake awaits Good Friday release after editing. Lugar warns Iraq may not hand over power by June 30 as rebel bases persist. Kerry resurfaces post shoulder surgery. Time reports Rice prepares for Sept 11 Commission testimony.

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Texas Lottery Draws Update for Tuesday and Tuesday Mega Millions

The Texas Lottery reports MEGA MILLIONS results with numbers 8 17 29 32 39 and Megaplier 4. Jackpot listed at 90 million. PICK 3 and TEXAS TWO STEP results shown with day and night draws and half-dollar and cent options. bonus ball noted. jackpot at 475,000. Official site www.t lottery.org referenced.

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Oil fire near Goldsmith in rural area contained quickly

Oil fire near Goldsmith prompted heavy smoke but caused little damage as Goldsmith OxyPermian workers contained it in under an hour. A sulfur smell lingered while two Goldsmith Volunteer Fire Department tankers monitored the scene from 5:31 to 6 p.m. The fire, between Goldsmith and Odessa, burned in an uninhabited rural area with a nozzle still releasing oil and steam rising from the ground at about 6 p.m.

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New Mexico Lottery Winning Numbers Road Runner Cash 3

The New Mexico Lottery lists Road Runner Cash 3 results for Monday April 5 with numbers 6 9 15 31 and a 1 cent prize.

New Mexico

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