Roadwork Sparks Debate in Odessa and Tax Fund Wrangles
In Odessa the surge in resurfacing and repairs draws praise for upkeep yet concerns over misallocated funds and needless work persist. Local merchants report revenue losses from 42nd Street disruptions while signage jokes about waste reflect frustration with government spending. The piece also questions college scholarship fairness and cites Hillsdale College as an example of private funding.
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North American stars mingle with Ang Lee at Taipei event
In Taipei, Ang Lee courted collaboration offers from Matt Damon who praised the director, while Damon promotes The Bourne Identity. The piece also notes Lee's Oscar winning Crouching Tiger and upcoming Hulk project with Jennifer Connelly and Nick Nolte.
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Youth overweight drive teens to quick meals and programs
A hospital team notes teens including Dana in Oak Park seek rapid calories via chips and pizza. Families shift to salads and low calorie foods with Weight Watchers and YMCA programs. Nationwide efforts from universities, retailers, and clubs promote healthier eating and exercise to boost self image and social attention.
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Maine candidate Pingree links greed to drug costs and savin gs
In a Washington radio address Maine Democrat Chellie Pingree argued corporate greed drives high prescription drug prices and endangers retirement savings. She said pharmaceutical firms resist reforms while voters fear scams will erode savings and touted penalties for CEOs who break the law to show Democrats defend families and taxpayers.
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Texas Lottery DAY 5 2 0 NIGHT 6 8 7
Lottery listing shows DAY 5 results with numbers 2 0 6 8 7 and a reference to the official site www.bottery.org for results. No clear event or person context present.
Pie holder arrested amid crowd booing Chretien in Vancouver
A man was detained during a protest in Vancouver after clutching a slice of pie as police moved in. The incident followed a history of pie protests against Jean Chretien with no injuries reported.
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Argus Hamilton jokes span politics and pop culture
Argus Hamilton lampoons tax cuts, TV politics, and media feuds in a rapid fire roundup. He mocks Opie and Anthony, MLB negotiations, budget deficits, and presidential jabs while noting his role at The Comedy Store in Hollywood.
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Odessa American Publication and Contact Information
The Odessa American announces its daily publication details and contact numbers for readers across Odessa Texas. Include main office hours, missing paper hotline and out of town phone lines for subscription and delivery inquiries.
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Classified Fax Ads Guide From Odessa American
Classified advertising policy notes appear from the Odessa American with details on acceptance and rejection of ads. Contact numbers for the classified department are listed along with publisher and subscription references.
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