Lance Armstrong headline event attracts huge crowd in Austin
After surviving life threatening cancer that spread to his lungs and brain, Lance Armstrong becomes a worldwide celebrity and founds the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Tonight more than 60,000 are expected at events with Steve Miller Band on an outdoor stage near Congress Avenue, a parade up Congress and a Capitol block south concert. Armstrong plans to ride in the parade and address the crowd later.
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National Oilwell to buy rival Varco in all-stock deal
National Oilwell Inc will acquire rival Varco International Inc in an about 2.5 billion all-stock merger creating National Oilwell Varco Inc. Varco stockholders will own about 49 percent, National Oilwell 51 percent. NYSE Varco shares traded near 23.92 while National Oilwell listed at 29.88. The deal is tax free to Varco stockholders and adds a share exchange ratio of 0.84 National Oilwell shares per Varco share.
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Robberies raise fear as Odessa student recounts attack
A UT Permian Basin student describes an early morning robbery in the 6500 block of East Ridge Road. A gun was cocked and money demanded with threats to kill. Police warn residents to stay vigilant and travel in pairs while authorities seek the suspect, tall and in his late teens to early 20s.
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How To Stay Safe Odessa Police Offer Robbery Tips
The Odessa Police Department shares armed robbery prevention guidance. Stay aware of surroundings as you approach vehicles or home, park in well lit busy areas, and have at least one person accompany you. Report offenses immediately for faster law enforcement response and recall details about any suspect.
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Cold front brings rain to Basin in unsettled weekend
The Permian Basin recorded thunderstorms from a cold front with 1 to 1.5 inches of rain in Ector and Midland counties and 3 to 4 inches in Upton. Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for Ector, Midland, Martin and Upton, with hail up to an inch in parts of Midland and Odessa. Temperature will stay in the mid 80s through the weekend, with a potential 100 percent chance of rain Friday.
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New Mexico Lottery Winning Numbers Report
The New Mexico Lottery announces the Road Runner Cash draw results for Wednesday August 11. Winning numbers are 2 6 8 18 26 for WINNING NUMBERS and PICK 3 5 5.
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Odessa American publication and contact details
The Odessa American newspaper lists contact numbers for News Sports Church News Editorial Page and Classifieds. It provides mailing addresses PO box numbers and a subscriber rate table including options for daily weekly and Sunday editions with holiday inclusions.
Odessa Regional Hospital renames ER and expands services
Roberts and Gore note remodeling at Odessa Regional Hospital has re branded the emergency room from a general small care space to a broader, more capable unit. The change follows the hospital's nine year effort to build up services after its earlier name from Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
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Cries cause confusion over blue and white plant issue
Some suspect a link to her as the blue and white clue circulates. Most plants grow five to six feet tall and thrive in the area, prompting caution and further observation.
Texas Lottery Results For August 12 Drawing
Texas Lottery CASH TWO STEP results show numbers 1 2 28 35 with a 6 6 3 2 6 sequence and a jackpot note of $425,000. authorities reference daily game payouts and the official site tuottery.org for details.
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