Political junkies crave the next president in a muddled race
Ken Brodnax mocks the Iowa and New Hampshire primary mania as a druglike fixation. He notes McCain and Gore may still influence the race, Bauer remains a long shot, and voters chase trends while dismissing Dixville Notch and New Hampshire’s limited impact. The piece lampoons hype and media spin.
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Senate approves bill to cap homestead exemption in bankruptcy
The Senate backed a federal cap as high as 100000 on home equity, challenging Texas strong protection of unlimited homestead exemptions. Critics say it targets wealthy debtors and hurts farmers while supporters argue it preserves states rights and aligns with national reform. Senator Hutchison vows to block final passage if House opt-out language is dropped.
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Bonham students rally for leukemia-stricken Shea Culver Eicher
Crystal Romero and classmates at Bonham Middle School collect donations in the cafeteria to aid 13-year-old Shea Culver Eicher after his January leukemia diagnosis. Through a month of fundraising, the effort neared $1,000 as students and teachers sacrifice small comforts to help.
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Kandi Harris
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Michael Eicher
Valerie Grigsby
Albertson s fuel center planned at Odessa site
Albertson s Food and Drug Centers reportedly plans a fuel center on a 23 000 square foot lot at Eighth Street and Allred Avenue in Odessa. Johnson Bros. Oil Co owns the property and expects a completed deal in days. The chain would operate a combined convenience store and gas station with three Odessa locations already.
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Court upholds DOT ruling allowing more airlines to fly from Love Field
The 5th Circuit affirmed a 1998 DOT decision enabling nonstop flights from Dallas Love Field. Legend Airlines may start service this month, and American Airlines plans to expand with Chicago and Los Angeles routes starting May 1. American seeks two more gates to reach three, amid ongoing city and rival disputes.
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