Bush pushes Arctic drill plan amid energy push
President Bush renewed his drive to open Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil exploration, arguing it boosts national security and jobs while pledging efficiency and renewables. He warned Senate debate and potential filibuster, noting House access to a 1.5 million acre section and emphasizing balanced energy policy.
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Dermatologist practices more than,11
Don Naylor a lanky 69 year old dermatologist spends mornings standing on his head with wife June as they practice yoga daily. He cites health benefits noting flexibility stronger internal organs and improved well being after 13 years of experience and week long intensives in Houston and Cancun. They began teaching at the YMCA seven years ago and Naylor recalls years of handball before joint damage ended that.
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OHS grad aids 2002 Olympics security mission
Odessa High School graduate Michael Hatfield serves in the U S Army Defense Threat Reduction Agency at the Salt Lake City Winter Games. His seven member team reports to Tom Ridge and trains to protect attendees from chemical, biological, or radiological attacks. They mingle with crowds and stand at key venues while remaining ready to respond with protective gear, coordinating with FBI and local hazmat units. Hatfield notes a quiet Games aside from a bank incident involving black vials emitting fumes that were cleaned and tested.
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Crematory operator faces bail ruling in Georgia case
Ray Brent Marsh, owner of the Tri-State Crematory, remains jailed as Magistrate Judge Jerry Day weighs bail eligibility after prosecutors argued against release amid community outrage. Sheriff reports death threats. Marsh’s attorney says he is not a flight risk. Marsh faces 16 counts of theft by deception for allegedly taking payment for cremations.
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Early voting starts in Ector County primaries
Beginning Monday, voters in Ector County may cast ballots for March primaries through March 8. The March 12 election will determine contests for county treasurer, precinct four county commissioner, and precinct two county constable among 16 total seats. Republican Carolyn Sue Bowen and Wanda Madarelli vie for treasurer. In precinct four, four Democratic candidates compete Wilmer Ray Jerry Parkis Judy Lynn Foreman and Bob Bryant. See VOTING on Page 3A.
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