North Korea warns U S of dangerous nuclear stand off
Washington demands North Korea end its atomic program as Pyongyang says Washington’s hard line policies push the crisis into an extremely dangerous phase. North Korea resumes mothballed plants while U N and U S officials urge negotiations, and State Department vows no blackmail or concessions. A Navy officer at Yongsan base, Seoul, observes the tense scene as Pyongyang warns of catastrophe.
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Nursing home crisis in Andrews sparks fear and bids
More than 60 people gathered at Andrews Health Care Center amid potential relocation of the town's sole nursing home residents to facilities in Kermit and Lamesa before December 31. The Andrews County Hospital Board failed to finalize a building purchase from the Juster Corporation, a New York firm, ending contract talks by email. Don Harris of Senior Living Properties said residents will not be moved.
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Civigenics Wins Jail Contract in Odessa
At a recent City Council meeting Odessa switches jail operation from GRW Corp to CiviGenics of Texas. City Manager Morton says the move could add as much as 100000 dollars yearly. GRW VP Mills says he was blindsided by the bid and blocked from a counter offer.
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Holidays at the hospital bring Christmas cheer to patients
Odessa resident Priscilla Salazar spends part of Christmas delivering toys to people in area hospitals. Groups from the community travel to the local hospital to spread holiday spirit amid ongoing treatments and recent surgeries.
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Storm abates in Texas after snow and tornadoes
Overnight snowfall and tornadoes eased in Texas as temperatures rise toward a 28 degree high. Residents reported clearing roads and no major damage as workers returned to sites around dawn.
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Festive Baking Drive Replaces Battle of the Bulge Tone
Community organizers pivot from last year's battle commemoration to a baking festival that highlights treats for the body and a cheerful GOOD MORNING spirit. Local bakers share recipes, and volunteers prepare meals for attendees.
City offices and colleges observe holiday closures
The City of Odessa and Ector County suspend operations today with a Thursday reopening. ECISD OC UTPB campuses including the Administration Building close. Odessa College UT Permian Basin also shut. Courthouse closed Dec 25 34 and post office closed today and Jan 1.
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