Odessa family safe in Syria amidst Lebanon to Damascus flight
Marwan Khoury city planner of Odessa and his wife Samar with two children escaped from Lebanon to Damascus as fighting raged between Hezbollah and Israel. Plan to fly from Damascus to Paris then Houston then Odessa, avoiding crowded embassies. Samar shielded children from news during the escape. embassy evacuation efforts cited.
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Israel Masses Troops at Lebanon Border in Escalation
Israeli forces deploy tanks and troops along the Lebanon border as conflict with Hezbollah guerrillas intensifies. The flank buildup accompanies ongoing efforts for broader coverage of the fighting and regional repercussions.
QUICK HITS MDA Lock Up Raises Funds in Odessa
Odessa event for the Muscular Dystrophy Association doubled its goal by raising 75000. Marcie McDonald called it a great success. Local businesses donated services and products. More than 100 volunteers were arrested by deputies in a Vegas style jailhouse. Jesse Flores of ECISD Facilities and Maintenance collected 2365 and won a Las Vegas vacation for two as grand prize.
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Three Dog Night to Help ECISD Education Foundation
Odessa prepares a benefit concert by Three Dog Night at Ector County Coliseum Tuesday at 8 p.m. Funds support the Education Foundation which grants money to ECISD. Tickets are 20 dollars. call 520-5255 for details.
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FDA Approves Pearlescent Pills For Medicines
The FDA granted approval for drug makers to add pearlescent pigments to pills tablets and liquids, creating a shiny cosmetic like appearance. EMD Chemicals of Gibbstown New Jersey first sought approval eight years ago hoping pharmaceutical clients will adopt the look.
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Arlington grocery stabbing leaves eight injured
A Schnucks store employee attacked eight coworkers on Friday in Arlington Tennessee. Four victims were critically injured before a witness tackled the assailant. Police said the attacker, not named publicly, was arrested and hospitalized after chest pains. The assault began in the manager's office and spread through the store.
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Parsonage Fire Destroys Odessa Pastor's Home
Betty Yokum, pastor at Highway Temple Assembly of Odessa for 14 years, lost her home and a fellowship hall in a Friday blaze. No injuries reported, cause undetermined as investigators review possible car or electrical fault amid charred remains and two destroyed cars. Yokum escaped with others, reflecting on the sudden loss and history of the church rooted 50 years in the community.
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West Texas Latin Music Festival Opens in Midland
The inaugural West Texas Latin Music Festival begins at Citibank Ballpark in Midland and runs from 1 p.m. to midnight with a two day lineup. Midland Odessa residents praise Tejano music revival as performers say the event boosts local popularity and a large crowd expects more. Admission is seven dollars for adults while children 12 and under enter free with an accompanying adult.
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