Kosovo peacekeeping tensions push US to consider more troops
US officials discuss raising alert levels for about 1,200 troops to deter violence in Kosovo. NATO meets in Brussels to decide whether to deploy Marines, with Madeleine Albright urging expanded international police roles and a push for greater congressional oversight.
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Gasoline Scarcity Warns of Higher Summer Oil Prices
Energy experts warn tight gasoline and crude stocks could trigger sharp price rises this spring. With 197 million barrels of gasoline and 286 million of crude in stock, refiners face supply pressure as production lags capacity and crude costs soar from $12 to $30 a barrel versus last year.
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Holyfield credits tutoring for income regained
Evander Holyfield says his reading difficulties cost him endorsement money though he later got a tutor. In California, West Granada High School will be renamed after Kirk Douglas following a board vote and a $25,000 matching grant from his foundation.
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Odessa area forum stresses water district costs and growth
Precinct 1 candidates call for regional action on the West Odessa water supply and tax cuts to lure business. They urge diversifying beyond oil as new jobs from Southwestern Bell and Texas Independent Energy arise. Law enforcement and better county communication are priorities for Precinct 3 contenders Gibbs and Todd.
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Gallaghers predictions stress natural gas growth and policy risks
Gallagher cites U S natural gas rising from 19 to 22 tcf since 1990 and 25 percent of U S fuel needs. Demand may reach 29 tcf by 2010 and 82 tcf by 2015, with deregulation reshaping markets. He warns of federal land restrictions, price volatility, and the need for tech investment and coordinated industry action.
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Jailed chief investigator backs admin reform in county race
In a county forum, Ector County officials and candidates urged hiring a trained jail administrator to balance authority with the chief deputy. They pressed for improved staffing, faster processing of inmates, and reopening talks with commissioners on pay. Some backed housing federal prisoners and redeploying roles to add patrol officers.
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Texas Lottery Cash 5 Winning Numbers From Feb 24
The Texas Lottery draws Cash 5 numbers 41 13 35 36 37 on Thursday February 24. No additional winning details provided.
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Odessa American notes its right to accept or reject ads and disclaims liability for errors omissions or failure to publish. It provides out of town numbers, an email, and a web address for ad submissions.
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