ARMs Chosen by More Buyers Including Low Income Shoppers
A Consumer Federation of America survey finds lower income and minority buyers more likely to choose adjustable-rate mortgages though many understand little of rate risks. The report notes rising mortgage rates spurring fixed-rate concerns while ARMs gain popularity across income groups.
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Kerry musters rally as Clinton rails against Bush
The Democratic gathering features Rev. David Alston praising Kerry as next commander in chief while Gore and Carter urge change. Clinton calls himself a foot soldier for Kerry and warns of Republican contrasts. A somber tribute and critiques of Bush frame the convention's opening.
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Texas lawmakers skip convention as campaign season widens
Republican Frost plans trips to New Mexico and Dallas for family events and campaigning. Democrats Edwards Sandlin join district needs. Stenholm Doggett honor and campaigning in West Texas and Rio Grande Valley. GOP redraws and DeLay influence shape a tense political season ahead of August.
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Odessa district weather watch reports flooding and rescues
Weather officers in the Odessa district note 18 foot flood walls and washed embankments near Terrell County. Flooding reopened Farm to Market Road 2400 while Grey Wolf Drilling workers were rescued after being stranded at Dry Creek. USGS aims to verify a 17.95 foot high water mark near Independence Creek and Carlsbad, New Mexico, remains largely closed with high water on multiple routes. A cold front lingers, but Permian Basin rain eases and a flash flood watch remains in effect for parts of the region.
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Kim Cattrall to star in Whose Life Is It Anyway in London
Former Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall will make her London stage debut in an updated Brian Clark drama Whose Life Is It Anyway. Peter Hall directs the production with previews starting January 7, 2005 and opening January 25 for a 16 week run at the Duke of York's Theatre.
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Oprah Invests in Calif Bakery After Tasty Sandwich
Oprah Winfrey visited the Art Cafe and Bakery in San Luis Obispo after a photo shoot for O magazine and offered to buy the cafe. She sent a check to owner Margaux Sky within a day, though the amount was not disclosed, and Sky agreed to the sale despite long hours and modest profits.
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Cameron Crowe Films Elizabethtown in Kentucky Amid Road Trip Vision
Filmmaker Cameron Crowe shoots scenes for Elizabethtown in Versailles near Lexington Kentucky naming the town after a Louisville area stop. Crowe notes Kentucky roots including uncles in Stanton and a personal link to his late father while Orlando Bloom and Kirsten Dunst star in the project.
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Erratum Corrects Permian Basin Oil Production Figure
A correction notes that the Permian Basin has produced 300 billion barrels of oil since the 1920s. The Odessa American regrets the error and provides the corrected figure.
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No Sign Yet of Surrender in Iraqi Resistance
Hollywood dispatch notes that the Iraqi resistance in the Sunni triangle mirrors historic American conflicts. The piece states there is no surrender in sight, with observers in Tikrit noting warlike poses and a tense atmosphere amid ongoing fighting.
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President Bush reads 9/11 report at ranch
Arlington police questioned a pilot after a small plane violated the no fly zone over President Bush's Texas ranch. The pilot they meant to detain drove away unnoticed. Homeland Security protection surrounded the scene as the president read the 9/11 report.
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JBS Leadership Institute names outstanding leaders
The John Ben Shepperd Public Leadership Institute named four outstanding leaders for 2004. Honorees include State Sen. Judith Zaffirini of Laredo, Odessa official Lorraine Perryman, Andrews' Fred William Houston, and Dallas's Terry Flowers. They will be honored Sept 10-12 at the Young Professionals Leadership Forum in Austin.
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Nurse Lou Compton to benefit from two West Texas drives
Two fundraising events will aid Lou Compton a long time pediatric nurse diagnosed with a bone marrow disorder. A Thursday garage sale runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1610 E. 42nd St while a August 14 noon to 4 p.m. benefit at the UTPB Pavilion invites donations and attendees. Proceeds support Compton and an account is open at First Convenience Bank 4210 John Shepperd Parkway.
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New Mexico Lottery Draws Reported Outcomes
The New Mexico Lottery results show Road Runner Cash numbers 6 16 19 24 15 with 8c8 on Saturday July 24. Powerball numbers 2 3 13 29 52 with Power Play 4 and jackpot listed at 44 million dollars.
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Odessa American contact and circulation details
Contact information for the Odessa American includes office addresses, phone lines for news sports and ads, customer service hours, editorial page, and subscription rates. It lists publishers editors and various department numbers for classifieds, retail, and fax services.
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