Lance Armstrong wins sixth Tour de France title
In Paris On the toughest stage Armstrong unleashed a power move at L Alpe d Huez sealing his place as the first six time winner of the race. The Associated Press reports Armstrong dominates the final stretch as rivals struggle to match his pace and brilliance.
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Rain swollen creeks strand gas plant crew in Terrell County
Officials report heavy storms swelled creeks cutting off access to a gas plant in Terrell County. Creeks overflowed their banks stranding motorists and a group of oil company workers while a U S Highway 349 bridge was damaged. Crews waited with no immediate danger.
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ECISD struggles to fill summer teaching vacancies
ECISD near 25 open jobs as of Thursday, with shortages intensifying this summer. Gilbert Vasquez, director of Human Resources, cites retirements and fewer teachers entering the profession as main causes. Bilingual, math, and science certified teachers are in strongest demand. Wendy Hines, new Elementary Education leader, notes Cameron Elementary’s dual language magnet program relies on bilingual staff.
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Ector County Independent
Gilbert Vasquez
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Vasquez
Cameron
Ector County Faces Costs to Replace Punch Card Voting System
Ector County officials warn that complying with the Help America Vote Act to replace punch-card machines with direct recording electronic voting machines could cost between 650000 and 750000 dollars. Elections Administrator Sharon Wilson says funding may require issuing debt via a bond. County Judge Jerry Caddel notes the county is not financially prepared for such a purchase.
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Jerry Caddel
Caddel
Clintons steal limelight at Boston convention night
AP report details Bill and Hillary Clinton set to deliver prime time speeches in Boston to energize Democrats and help John Kerry during the presidential race. Analysts contrast Clinton energy with Kerry’s perceived sobriety as Bush supporters watch closely.
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Economist Magazine
Margaret Thompson
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