Gatlin recalls Odessa roots and rise to fame
The article traces Billy Joe Gatlin's ties to Odessa, memory of local figures, and his career arc from singing began at age three to touring stardom. It notes college ties, a Meadows Foundation grant restoring Deaderick Hall, and Gatlin's move toward Nashville after early local events.
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Vance Gipson
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OHS
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Odessa
John Thompson
Chamber of Commerce
Gingrich Should Contact GOP Reps Before House Speaker vote
Gingrich plans to contact all GOP representatives before the 105th Congress convenes on Tuesday as he campaigns for re election. Rep Bill Paxon said many active participants back the speaker. Three of Maryland's four GOP House members intend to support Gingrich, with Connie Morella undecided.
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Connie Morella
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Eataeceee
Wpom
Johnson blows into town and stars in life after Homicide
New York actor Mel Johnson recalls his film career as a special effects technician with dangerous stunts including a scar from The Dead Zone. He once pursued football, played in the CFL, and helped rig a Canadian explosion last summer while not ruling out more effects work.
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Texas TLC Office Location and Pick 3 Number Details
Infoline offers Pick 3 numbers and calls to S80 4636 with 6600 for entry. Official verification pending by the Texas Commission. TLC office sits in Odessa at 4682 E University Blvd, contact (915) 368 5243.
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Infoline
Texas Commission
TLC
Odessa
E. University Blvd
Tell us what you think survey prompt Remains in Odessa American
Community readers are invited to participate in a weekly survey. Submit answers by pressing the four digit number or via fax or email. Deadline for new questions is Sunday in the Odessa American.
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Freedom.com
Odessa
Gardenhire Revives Old West Rodeo Style in Arena Show
Veteran performer Gardenhire returns to riding, reviving a tradition from early Western shows. He notes being in an arena with bucking horses and bulls is risky yet essential to the act. He explains quiet moments and crowd energy keep performances electric, and values the connection with audiences and family.
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Acnema
Gardenhire
Denhire
Faye
Texas man wins lottery and stays humble
Gummelt, a Central Texas native living on pension and Social Security, wins a lottery prize and vows to maintain a simple lifestyle. He recalls a frugal upbringing, says health matters more than money, and still plays the lottery occasionally, aided by a friend’s marked cards that helped pick numbers.
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Texas
Alsas
Billy Gummelto
Iablasquez
Exas Commission
Waddell
Congress Narrow Senate Margin Shapes Early 1990s Agenda
Congress posts a 55 45 edge, a slender GOP grip amid 60 vote threshold to end filibusters. Gingrich’s status unsettled, Senate underway with Clinton cabinet confirmations. Republicans vow early votes on a constitutional balanced budget amendment, House previously passed it two years ago but it died.
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Senate
Clinton
House
Odessa American Publisher and contact details
Classified newspaper header shows Odessa American published in Odessa Texas with address 222 E 4th St and P O Box 2952. Lists editor Gary Newsom and staff including Tony Cooper advertising director Tony Traven circulation Bob Braswell production Frances Irvine business manager and contact numbers for ads and circulation. reserves right to reject ads and disclaims liability for errors.
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E. 4Th Street
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Odessa American
P.O
Sen
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