Astronauts Readied to Deploy Spy Satellite on Classified Flight
Discovery commander reported the shuttle performing well as astronauts prepared to deploy a 300 million superspy satellite. NASA and the Pentagon withheld release confirmation until later in the flight amid secrecy steps to thwart Soviet tracking on the first fully classified U.S. manned space mission. The mission began at 1 50 p m CST after a secret countdown. communications will be restricted and encoded, with NASA issuing periodic updates. The crew noted the external fuel tank breakup and reentry as the flight continued with cautious optimism about the satellite deployment timing.
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Jury finds Time negligent but not libelous in Sharon suit
A New York jury found Time Inc negligent and careless in reporting Ariel Sharon’s alleged role in a Palestinian massacre but ruled the Feb 21 1983 Time cover story did not meet the standard of actual malice. Sharon claimed libel seeking 50 million dollars.
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West Virginia plant leaks and EPA safety gaps prompt EPA probe
Rep Waxman cites EPA and OSHA gaps after staff found Union Carbide MIC reports in state files showing 12 pounds per hour released at the Institute plant. He notes Union Carbide chief Anderson urged stronger emissions regulation and plans to collect internal safety reports from about 5,000 U.S. chemical plants. The EPA intends to release February safety inspection results.
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LCRA to cede water rights to CRMWD under compromise
Soderberg outlined a deal in which the LCRA would surrender 113000 acre feet of water rights to the CRMWD to support Ivie reservoir plans southeast of Ballinger. The dispute reached the Texas Supreme Court before remand to the Water Commission. Possible curtailment for LCRA users could follow growth, as Sen Montford notes West Texas unity.
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West Texas lawmakers push for Stacy Dam in water package
Gov. Mark White favors a water package tied to the Stacy Dam. West Texas legislators warn they won’t back the package without dam construction. Rep. Kelly Godwin Odessa hails the dam as central. Rep. Tom Craddick Midland backs it as key, while LCRA faces pressure as talks continue. Ivie and White held meetings to resolve differences.
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Weather update for Odessa Texas cool and partly cloudy
The National Weather Service reports Odessa area partly cloudy and cool tonight with lows in the low 30s and north winds 10 to 15 mph by midnight. Saturday remains cloudy and cool with highs in the mid 50s and south winds 10 to 20 mph.
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White to Make a Deal Over Stacy Dam Settlement
West Texas lawmakers warned they would not back the broader water plan unless the Stacy Dam is constructed. On Thursday the LCRA board ordered its general manager to present a settlement plan to officials of the Colorado River Municipal Water District to resolve the dam differences.
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LCRA and Opponents Signal Possible Settlement Path
Elof Soderberg, LCRA general manager, believes a plan of settlement will be worked out, while Ralph Thompson, an LCRA spokesman, says negotiations between the two organizations have laid a basis for settlement though it may take time to finalize.
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