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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 2004
Page
1
Hobbs New Mexico voters approved two measures in an unofficial election. The first allows Sunday liquor sales by the drink, and the second enables transferring external New Mexico liquor licenses into Hobbs. Final canvass scheduled for Friday morning.
Hobbs voters approve statewide transfers of liquor licenses and Sunday alcohol sales by the drink. The tally shows 1 773 yes 71 99 percent and 690 no 28 01 percent for transfers, 1 601 yes 64 95 percent and 864 no 35 05 percent for Sunday sales. Chamber petitions were finalized June 20 and city commissioners certified Fletcher's review July 3. State law from 18 years ago limits licenses to one per 2 000 residents from 1986 figures. Local option enables the changes to attract national chains and match nearby towns Carlsbad Roswell Artesia.
Commissioners clashed over a proposed premium increase for county workers as the board approved most budgets. Bob Bryant opposed any rise, while Jerry Caddel and Greg Simmons backed reviewing costs. A compromise kept the consultant Brenda Short, with month by month payment proposed. The court adjourned to continue budget talks.
A Tuesday article misstated the number of officers at the Ector County Detention Center. The facility employs 100 full time officers. The Oakland Allegiance regrets the error.
Militants with al Sadr hold the shrine in Najaf while Iraqi and U S forces push into the Old City. U S Lt Chris Kent says they face constant attacks but morale is high as Shaalan warns of a possible raid. Talks continue despite threats, with government and militants at odds over surrender.
Country singer Mindy McCready pleaded innocent in Williamson County Court to prescription drug fraud tied to an alleged fake OxyContin prescription. She was not present and remains free on a $10,000 bond after an arrest earlier this month.
WWE chairman Vince McMahon launches a new Tough Enough format with eight men competing for a four year contract. The show, integrated into Smackdown on UPN, will run eight weeks from October to December with viewer voting to determine the winner. Casting is underway for athletic and charismatic entrants.
In Rome Georgia a jury of five men and three women was chosen to hear a civil case against Brent Marsh and his late father’s estate over hundreds of corpses left unburied at a northwest Georgia crematory. The trial covers liability with damages to follow if the verdict favors plaintiffs.
USDA Rural Development will hold an informational meeting at the Center for Energy and Economic Diversification in Midland County at 1 30 pm on Thursday. Officials from 17 Permian Basin counties are invited to learn about direct and guaranteed lending for rural utilities facilities housing and business uses. A $3 million grant to West Odessa Water Supply Corp and a $4.5 million ceremonial check to Winkles Trucking will be announced during the forum. For information call 432 336 7585 ext 4.
Kenneth Cook of Texland Great Plains Supply Ltd in Fort Worth says USDA funds will back a 12 mile transmission from Goldsmith to FM 866 and West 42nd Street. The plan serves 302 homes first, then expands to Knox Village and additional 213 members with more storage tanks and two standpipes. The nonprofit formed in 1999 to counter salt tainted wells. OJD Engineering will draft the final report. paperwork due Jan 10 for reimbursement. Cites support from Senator John Cornyn and Representative Randy Neugebauer.
California lawmakers moved the presidential primary to June after years of attempts and amid political talk about media coverage and regional politics. The piece touches on Bush, Kerry, sports, CIA debates, and global events with a satirical, opinionated voice.
The Odessa American lists publishing offices and contact numbers for news, sports, bridal and church notices, editorial page, and classifieds. It includes postal addresses in Odessa Texas and customer service hours, with notes on subscription and advertising policies.
Winning numbers for Cash 5 are 1 6 10 19 20. Pick 3 Day Night shows Be4e4 1 96. Mega Millions numbers 2 5 21 47 50 with Megaplier 3. Jackpot stands at $10 million.
The New Mexico Lottery released ROAD RUNNER CASH numbers for Monday August 23. Drawn digits were 5 91 and the main numbers 18 20 27 32 33. No prizes noted in the available text.
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