Gustav Looms as Caribbean Storm Death Toll Rises
Gustav strengthens toward Florida Gulf coast with Jamaica reporting four deaths in a day long march across the island. Haiti and the Dominican Republic count dozens dead while U S forecasters warn of potential Category 3 winds. Gulf oil output may be shut to allow safety evacuations.
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Odessa College plans a new campus front door
Odessa College to create a campus front door in the next year funded by a 41.3 million dollar budget. The concept envisions open offices with multi trained staff at counters serving admissions financial aid advising and cashiers. The move aims to simplify onboarding for new students and boost enrollment.
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OC Pavilion and Gaming Center Renovation Items
A listing of other projects at OC Pavilion includes roof repairs and gaming center work. The Wi Fi Cafe and cafeteria redecoration are noted as additional items in the plan.
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OC students register and seek better front-door design
Bauske hailed recent registration day as a success with about 400 students. Venegas, now in the registrar's office, notes confusion persists and calls for clearer wayfinding, more modern eye catching design, and accessible guidance to ease entry to OC services. An online poll asks for features at OC's new front door, including larger signs and consolidated services.
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McCain selects Palin as running mate in surprise move
The McCain campaign chose Wasilla mayor and Alaska governor Sarah Palin as vice presidential candidate six days after Barack Obama announced Joe Biden. Obama questioned Palin's readiness while Bush praised McCain, amid a tight race with public opinion polls showing a close contest two months from the election. Palin, 44, brings reform history and executive experience to the ticket.
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CareStar sent to aid Gustav preparations at Medical Center Hospital
CareStar dispatched one of its two aircraft to Southeast Texas to aid Hurricane Gustav preparations. A medical crew flew commercially to Beaumont, with another crew joining later. Pilots and crews expect to return September 5. The flight service will provide trauma care and rapid transport for critically injured patients, per a Medical Center Hospital news release. Peggy Ward, CareStar liaison, said the nonprofit aids the community as Texas needs help. MCH operates two CareStar units serving Ector and surrounding counties.
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