Snowstorm Grips Texas Panhandle Grounding Traffic
Heavy snow and icy roads shut the Texas Panhandle Wednesday with thousands stranded. Amarillo logged over a foot of snow, 22 inches by Wednesday, as National Guard units aided rescues between Amarillo and Dumas and highways 287 and 60 remained closed. Power outages persisted across three states due to downed lines.
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Odessa Amid Snow Ice Challenge Rises In Texas
Odessans face a wintry mix after a weekend storm as ice coats roads and temperatures climb to the mid 30s. TxDOT reports reopening State Highway 191 and Loop 250 between Odessa and Midland, then closing loops again due to icy conditions. Officials warn caution as freezing temps persist and anticipate improvement if temperatures rise.
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Year’s Best OR Photographers Feature Favorite Images
The year’s top optical photographers share their favorite images, highlighting standout works and creative approaches. Curated selections showcase diverse subjects, techniques, and perspectives from leading contributors.
DNA Test Used In Rich Wife Divorce Case
Nanette Sexton uses DNA on stained bedsheets from a Vermont horse farm to argue her husband Richard Bailey cheated, seeking to trigger a prenuptial clause worth millions. A court ruled the test could be admissible despite Bailey’s harassment and privacy objections.
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Costumed drummer leads Boxing Day Junaknoo parade in Nassau
Thousands witnessed a costumed drummer boy take part in the annual Boxing Day Junaknoo parade in Nassau Bahamas Tuesday. The event drew large crowds and showcased the cultural celebration in the capital.
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Bad weather won’t wreck Sand Hills Stock Show and Rodeo
The 68th Sand Hills Stock Show and Rodeo opens amid icy roads and wintry conditions. Ector County agent Jim Ward says livestock reach town by 11 a.m. and entrants with issues can call the rodeo office. About 118 steers and 55 heifers were registered by December 1. Many participants travel from Amarillo, Wichita Falls, Zapata County, Lubbock and New Mexico. Weather could affect turnout, but most who called will attend. See SANDHILLS on Page 2A.
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Office shooting suspect housed bomb material
Investigators seized bomb making chemicals blasting caps and magazines on explosives from the apartment of Michael M. McDermott a 42 year old software engineer accused of killing seven co workers at Edgewater Technology in Wakefield Mass He was ordered held without bail after pleading innocent and prosecutors weigh a tax dispute motive Police note he discussed explosive ideas online while his attorney says he was in psychiatric treatment at the time of the attack
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Senators barred from secret vote in Texas
A Texas judge blocked the Senate from secretly electing an acting lieutenant governor, ruling newspapers may seek a public vote. The decision, regarding the post held by Rick Perry before he became governor, was appealed to higher courts. Senator Gonzalo Barrientos commented on due process as the case moves forward.
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