William Tells column to resume next week
William Tells Bill Salter was out of town on business this week. His column, William Tells, will resume next week.
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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 2003
Page
1
William Tells Bill Salter was out of town on business this week. His column, William Tells, will resume next week.
Odessa faces heavier workload as 18 caseworkers in the Odessa office manage about 1500 annual abuse or neglect cases in Ector County. Priority one reports must be handled within 24 hours, while two and ongoing investigations may slow with higher caseloads. Budget cuts proposed under House Bill One threaten prevention programs and education efforts across the county, including Communities in Schools and High Sky Children's Ranch. Local groups like Odessa Cares push proactive outreach, with Harmony Home developing bilingual tri-fold pamphlets to educate parents and children ahead of summer reports.
Police report 25 arrests in connection with the USS Cole prison escape while 10 fugitives remain at large after the April 11 breakout from Aden. Authorities chase suspects linked to al Qaida across border areas as an ambassador calls the escape a terrorism setback amid Yemen’s broader fight.
Country icon Dolly Parton will grant four Sevier County high school seniors $15,000 college scholarships through the Dollywood Foundation. With sponsors, the program expanded to Seymour High School Pigeon Forge High School and Gatlinburg Pittman High School. Winners will be chosen by the foundation and sponsors.
New York Actress Nicole Kidman will receive the 2003 Fashion Icon Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America at the June 2 gala at the New York Public Library. The Oscar winner was chosen by CFDA and a 450-member nominating panel.
Mystic Conn based ocean explorer Robert Ballard, founder of the Institute for Exploration at Mystic Aquarium, has secured a 500000 grant to expand a high tech system broadcasting underwater footage worldwide. He aims to transmit first images from ships and submersibles in July, with a two year buildout for a classroom of tomorrow and production facility.
County chairman Isett weighs his neutrality while Randy Neugebauer and Carl Isett face a crowded Republican primary. Analysts estimate turnout near 50,000 with 370,000 registered voters as candidates vie for name ID, fundraising, and backing from key groups like the Christian Coalition.
The Texas Lottery results list Lotto numbers 4 5 27 32 39 51 for Saturday April 19 with an estimated $29 million jackpot. Cash Five numbers 5 13 16 32 36 and Pick 3 Day 6 5 Night 0 3 3 are also shown for the draw.
In Melbourne in March John Stark age 60 along with his wife and son pleaded guilty to a scheme that ordered upscale goods and used two shoplifter associates to acquire items for resale in the family stores. A separate New York burglary ring targeted items asked for by patrons who sent wish lists to buy at deep discounts when received.
Hollywood satire ranges from Disney selling the Angels for half price to Bush Syria and Lebanon possibilities. Jokes touch Jordan retirement, genome map, Franks in Baghdad, Syria refugee problems, Baghdad Museum loot, and San Francisco water plans. Argus Hamilton headlines The Comedy Store in Hollywood.
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