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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 2009
Page
2
An African children's choir tours Midland at Trinity Presbyterian Church on January 9. The OA's Ticket page invites readers to learn more about event details and ticketing. Friday.
A group of West Texas Christians traveled to the Middle East to tour biblical sites including Bethlehem and Nazareth this Saturday. The pilgrimage emphasized visiting key locations from the Bible as part of a faith journey.
The OA’s Ticket section highlights events and performances shaping the weekend. From concerts to screenings, it covers new releases, live shows, and notable happenings to plan a fun two days.
Some Odessans have already set goals for the new year and the Life & Times page offers tips for readers seeking guidance. The note appears in a Sunday edition.
Texas Lottery numbers were unavailable due to an early press deadline. Readers are advised to check www.txlottery.org on Friday for the official results.
Luane Tyler's Pre-K class performed with Carver Elementary as shoppers at the MCM Mall were treated to Christmas carols. The Read er Submission notes the scene amid holiday activities. In other New Mexico lottery notes, ROAD RUNNER CASH lines 17 23 24 2719 and a Jackpot of $55,000 appear beside PICK 3 777.
A satirical review notes various 2008 events with political figures Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, President Bush remarks, and pop culture mentions. The item references Marines in Afghanistan, fuel efficiency, a West Hollywood accident, Saudi oil talks, and Michael Phelps with Obama in a humorous tone.
The Secret Service has primary jurisdiction over counterfeiting of U S currency but is best known for protecting the president.
The documentary GO follows a group of Nimitz Junior High students as they fundraise for Northern Uganda schools through Invisible Children Schools for Schools. Nimitz raised 3526.59 dollars in a classroom competition inspiring trips to Uganda and involvement in a broader grassroots effort expanding to eleven partner schools and thousands of screenings.
The Odessa American issue lists staff contacts and contact hours for departments then details subscription options and rates. It notes holidays including New Year’s Day MLK Day Presidents Day Memorial Day and others. Local post and ad policies are briefly referenced.
Obituaries for Cecilia Alvarez Jewel Baker M D Doc King Billy Carol Martin Mary Louise Turrentine Roach Robert Kresta Brownwood Austin Ladd Roberts listed in Ballinger and regional death notices on Page 3B, noting the passing of multiple local figures.
Columnist Thomas Sowell notes a book offering an attitude adjustment. Other features preview local Odessans, church groups’ Mexico trips, police YouTube help, events in Around the Basin, an 86 year old photographer at the Cotton Bowl, and 2008 Odessa Police changes with digital switch myths.
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