Texas Senate opens with pro tempore election and vows focus on education
Texas Senate elected Sen. Chris Harris as pro tempore while lawmakers and lobbyists discussed new business clients and party hosts. Eleven first time House members attend opening day as Secretary of State Henry Cuellar urged bipartisanship and Texans first. Perry, now governor, noted 140 days to act. education expansion via TEXAS Grant tops his agenda as redistricting and budget work loom. A record-long absence of a special session is highlighted by Laney who hopes to finish work in regular session.
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Chavez: Labor Secretary Nominee Draws GOP and Democratic Opposition
Chavez faces scrutiny over hiring a Guatemalan immigrant and possible illegal status of Mercado as Bush aides and FBI review the background check. Key Republicans Elaine Chao Stephen Goldsmith Jim Talent Rich Bond Jennifer Dunn Eloise Anderson oppose or weigh in as Democrats vow to block confirmation amid Baird parallels and union pressure.
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Odessa ISD considers full-day kindergarten and middle school reorganization
The board heard task force proposals to switch to full day kindergarten and create ninth grade centers near high schools. Subcommittees cited literacy gains and developmental fit, while cautions about bond limits and public acceptance stressed fixing elementary schools first. Further board discussion is set for January 16.
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Sheriff Yearwood Defends Dismissals as Political and Racial
Sheriff Donaldson counters claims of bias noting performance as the hiring criterion. He cites staff demographics: 46 Hispanics (25.5%), 124 Caucasians (68.8%), four Native Americans (2.2%), with 10 employees dismissed. Yearwood and supporters allege political and racial motivation affecting the sheriff’s office in Ector County.
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Reeves discusses drugs and fame in Vanity Fair interview
Keanu Reeves admits a past drug period lasting about half a year and says he worked to dispel the reputation. He cites a Japanese commercial and a Paula Abdul video to pay rent, then reflects on personal growth, life lessons, and his film roles in The Gift and Sweet November. Michael Douglas buys a Bermuda villa for about 2.5 million, Longford in Hamilton Harbour, seeking a Bermudian environment for his family.
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Texas Lottery Results Cash 3 32 36 29 Tuesday
Texas Lottery results show Cash 3 numbers 32 36 29 for Tuesday drawing. Pick 3 numbers were 5 0 7 in the same session.
TWA takeover moves forward in Chapter 11 plan
TWA to file for bankruptcy protection and accept a buyout by AMR Corp. American Airlines plans to keep TWA employees and maintain Lambert Airport as a hub. AMR board approved the move and deal terms reportedly include a $500 million cash component and assume about $8 billion in leases, with AMR set to acquire about 20 percent of US Airways assets.
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Odessa American publication notice text
The Odessa American newspaper notice lists its postal registration, publishing frequency, address, mailing details, and postmaster change address information. It specifies USPS details and second class postage status for Odessa, Texas readers.
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Odessa American Publisher and contact details page
The Odessa American announces its editorial staff and office contacts including publisher executive editor advertising and circulation directors. It lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions along with a copyright notice and reprint restrictions.
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