LL Cool J forgives his father and leads by example
In Parade James Todd Smith recalls domestic violence in his New York childhood and a fraught relationship with his father who later became his business manager. He paid millions in contracts and taxes, forgave, and now fathers well. Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty discusses sobriety after years of heavy drinking, aided by a girlfriend, and emphasizes keeping professional promises to fans.
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William Tells Vacation Misadventures in East Texas
William T recounts a hectic stretch after the OA's 50th Anniversary of Freedom events and a rain soaked drive from Houston to Odessa. He and Miss Kitty spent time moving Yellowbeard Jr. and endured humidity and long hours with little sleep before resuming work. He shares a list of humorous quips and ends with a positive send off.
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Class of '88 Panthers Remain Proud After Friday Night Lights
The 1988 Permian Panthers reflect on their high school football era with mixed memories. Coach Gary Gaines praises leadership and close ties, while players recount injuries, college paths, and life after graduation. Some pursued rugby or academics at Harvard, others pursued non football routes, all acknowledging the lasting bonds and scars of those days.
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Bissinger recalls Odessa year with Friday Night Lights success
Author H G Bissinger says the book fully depicted Permian Odessa while noting flaws in the school system and racial tensions. He recalls the town fondly, praises the players and staff, and explains the lasting impact of the 1988 year with Permian High School football and its national fame.
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Odessa American Reader Outreach Rates and Contact Info
Local readers guide page lists subscription options for daily and weekend delivery. Includes pricing for 1, 3, 6, and 12 month plans and contact numbers for customer service, out of town subscriptions, and delivery issues. Also provides office fax and ad submission policy notes.
Texas Lottery Winning Numbers for Lotto Texas Saturday
Winning numbers for Lotto Texas drawn Saturday August 22 include 28 29 30 37 38 40 with an estimated 4 million dollar jackpot. InfoLine provides up-to-date Lotto Texas Pick 3 and Cash 5 results by calling 580-4636 and entering 6600.
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Lotto Texas drawing yields $4 million jackpot
No tickets matched all six numbers in the latest Lotto Texas draw. Officials said the Saturday night drawing produced a estimated $4 million jackpot from a field of 50. Winning numbers were 28 29 30 37 38 and 40.
Lennon killer refuses profits from signed Double Fantasy album
Attica NY The man who killed John Lennon says he has no interest in any proceeds from the autographed Double Fantasy album. Mark David Chapman, serving a 20 years to life sentence, says he does not want or plan to claim the item and hopes any money goes to charity. The album was signed on December 8, 1980, the day Lennon was shot.
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Odessa Field American Odessa
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