Oil industry notes cautious drilling activity in NM and nation
Oil officials report subdued drilling in New Mexico and steady national rig counts in the 800s. Analysts blame price volatility, Venezuela’s politics, Iraq tensions, and a weak economy for delaying large projects. Infill drilling rises in the Permian Basin as independents push to max allowable wells.
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Oil Holds Above 35 As Venezuela Output Drops
Oil rose above 35 dollars a barrel before easing, supported by fears of Iraq conflict and Venezuela refinery disruptions. Traders cited short covering and an expected Energy Department inventory report. February unleaded gasoline fell, while March Brent edged higher and natural gas slipped.
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Quiet child London Webb sings with church choir
A story about London Webb a shy year old singer who moves listeners with a solo at church tears from London and his family. His sister Paris also sings in the children choir and parents Tonya and Jeffrey Webb describe their supportive faith driven family. London says he gets nervous before performances but prays and proceeds serving the Lord with his family nearby.
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Anastacia Opens Up After Health Check Finds Crohn’s Disease
The singer Anastacia, 29, reveals a mammogram prompted by a doctor’s insistence saved her life and vows to remain a fighter. Publicists declined to discuss treatment details while she rehearses in New York for a video. she has Crohn’s disease history and earlier fame from Club MTV and Not That Kind.
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Fine Arts Month Board Meeting Approvals
All board members attended the session as the panel approved the first budget amendment for 2002 2003 and the annual financial audit report. Officials authorized selling tax foreclosed properties under market value and reviewed the quarterly investment report and compensatory education engagement report. Policy edits on electronic communication and data management were adopted while routine personnel actions were approved. The negotiation and execution to purchase land for Bowie Junior High and Odessa High bond projects were authorized.
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Census data show U.S. population shifts with Hispanics rising
The Census Bureau reports the White population at 199.3 million or about 70 percent in July 2001, Hispanics at 13 percent totaling 34.5 to 36.1 million depending on overlap, and Blacks at 12.7 percent. Asian totals reach about 12.1 million. Demographers note Hispanics may surpass Blacks due to higher birth and immigration rates.
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Perry Perry and Dewhurst Inauguration Ceremony
The Texas inaugural events featured Perry and Dewhurst taking oaths on Sam Houston’s Bible with Patriotic tunes by Larry Gatlin. Craddick leads the House as Republicans seize control for the first time in 130 years, signaling budget cuts and no tax increases. Texans praise the day with optimistic comments from Martha Carlson and Effie Boins.
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Texas
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R-Midland
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Martha Carlson
Waco
Effie Boins
Spring
Texas Lottery Winning Numbers Cash 5 and More
Texas lottery results show Cash 5 numbers 16 27 31 32 with 5th missing. Pick 3 numbers 15 20 and 33. A $200,000 jackpot is noted for the dual prize pool.
Odessa American USPS Postal and contact details
The Odessa American lists publication details and contact numbers for ODESSA TX. It notes morning publication at 122 E 4th Street, postmaster address updates to PO Box 2952, and customer service lines including 337 6262 for weekdays, 800 375 4661 for out-of-town callers.
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Classified Ad Fax Guide and Pricing in Odessa American
An OCR fragment lists classified ad submission details for the Odessa American with a phone contact, pricing blocks, and ad-related terms. It shows the 24 hour fax option, a web note, and various price figures per insertion, concluding with the word FREEDOM as a header or slogan.
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Hollywood notes mix pop culture with political hype
Argus Hamilton riffs on Golden Globes and Super Bowl hype as Dixie Chicks sing the national anthem while jokes swirl about John Kerry Bush Iraq policy and a Hollywood Sundance scene. He spoofs policy talk, lists celebrities, and ends noting his Comedy Store role in Hollywood.
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Monkeys Exiled Over Turbulent Visitor Encounters in China
In November the Longchi Scenic Area in southwestern China canceled plans to euthanize five marauding monkeys after public pressure. The Commercial Daily of Chengdu reports officials had contemplated a firing squad ordeal but chose exile to distant lands instead to end the park’s monkey menace.
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