Falcon Northwest Drives Gaming PC Boom With Neon Bragging Rights
Ashland Oregon based Falcon Northwest founded by Kelt Reeves leads a niche, pricey market for gaming computers with custom aluminum cases and glass windows. At QuakeCon 2002 gamers show off builds costing from under 2000 to over 400, revealing a booming hobby fueled by demand for power and aesthetics.
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Law corrections drive parole to probation shifts
Vera Institute official notes correction options redirect inmates from prison to probation. Government data show 46 percent of parolees in 2001 met supervision conditions and 40 percent returned to jail or prison. Texas leads in correctional supervision and probation with 755,100 and 443,684 respectively. Racial breakdown shows 55 percent of probationers are white and 31 percent black, while incarceration is 46 percent black and 36 percent white.
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New Mexico Lottery Drawn Numbers for Road Runner Cash
The New Mexico Lottery announces winning Road Runner Cash numbers from Saturday August 24. Drawn figures are 5 6 7 10 29 30 with Power 54, confirming prize results and jackpot status for players.
Widow sues stepsons over estate in Columbia
The widow of longtime Rep. Floyd Spence filed a lawsuit against his four sons alleging they are blocking her share of an estate valued in the millions. Deborah Spence, the late lawmaker’s second wife, did not comment. Lula Spence died in 1978. The youngest son Caldwell Spence, 38, says their father would have disapproved of the legal fight.
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Harris recounts recount drama in Center of the Storm memoir
Former Florida secretary of state Katherine Harris claims a Gore statewide recount might have occurred if he had not launched the dogs of war. Her 289 page memoir centers on the 2000 election and recount turmoil as she faced lawsuits and threats. Chris Rock tossed a ceremonial first pitch in Baltimore in a scene from Head of State.
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Refining firms sue Longhorn over interference and conspiracy
Refining company files suit in Carlsbad New Mexico against Longhorn Pipeline Partners LP and parent Holly Corp accusing tortious interference unfair competition and conspiracy. Plaintiffs Navajo Artesia and Holly seek damages while naming Williams Cos BP and Exxon Mobil entities as co-defendants. The 700 mile pipeline from Houston to El Paso was slated to begin by Oct 1 and will deliver unbranded gasoline to Odessa Midland area.
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Local Leadership Luncheon Panel On Media’s Community Impact
The Odessa Leadership Alumni Association hosts a quarterly luncheon at 11 45 a m today in the Odessa College Community Room Student Union Building 201 W University Blvd Media members lead a panel on the media role in the community Jay Hendricks Robert
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Texas Agriculture Department seeks Family Land Heritage honorees
The Texas Agriculture Department invites applications for the 2002 Family Land Heritage Program to honor farms and ranches in continuous family ownership for 100, 150 or 200 years. Honorees will be recognized in Austin in March and featured in the 2002 registry with optional historic signage. Applications are available through the TDA, county judges, or the TDA website. call 512 463 2631.
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Forensic artist sketches from memory and ear hints
Marquez, an academy artist, describes three weeks of drawing from photos memory and witness description. He outlines non leading questioning uses ear features jar jawline and chin and says sketches take 30 to 90 minutes with witness input and possible corrections.
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How To Reach Us in the Odessa American
Directions to contact the Odessa American office with main line hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Out of town readers can call the toll free numbers 800 375 4661 or 888 375 OAOA. For missing papers, call 337 7314 or the out of town number, with hours 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 6 to 11 a.m. on weekends.
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Hollywood comedian notes on sportsmanship and politics
Argus Hamilton riffs on Little League sportsmanship and global events, mocking Masters golf, creationism debates, and political shuffle. He references Fortunes, insurance, and public protests while tagging his role at The Comedy Store in Hollywood and noting contact details.
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Gaddafi Arrives in Malawi With Large Security Escort
Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi arrives for a July state visit to drought-stricken Malawi in two Boeing 707s and a personal jet, accompanied by 600 staff, 70 armored vehicles, two security bases with heavy arms, and a mobile hospital. He distributes $6 million of U.S. cash to villagers along the route.
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