Remembering Cazalas and the Poor William column
On the first anniversary of James Kennedy Cazalas death, Poor William recalls their friendship and Cazalas influence as editor, noting their long distance bond and Cazalas hoped national prominence. The piece reflects on rain, readers, and a Memorial Day store incident, closing with reader contest updates and Father’s Day plans.
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Carrey shifts to serious roles in new films
Entertainment Weekly quotes Jim Carrey saying he will lose some fans as he pursues serious acting in The Cable Guy and The Truman Show. He plans to see where the new direction takes him, signaling a break from his slapstick past.
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Midland school bond effort fails after long fight
McCright laments the failed 20 year school bond vote as Midland faces unresolved repairs. District Superintendent Baressi did not respond, but officials pledged to work with residents to address problems regardless of the election result.
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Odessa student Perez rises from hardship to college plan
Alfonso Perez moved with his family from Mexico to Odessa eleven years ago after his father died. A Permian High School graduate and National Honor Society member, he will begin summer courses at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin to study medicine. He credits his mother Gloria and longtime community support for his success as they faced poverty and earlier language barriers.
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Lottery numbers update from Texas Infoline service
Up to date Lotto Texas and Pick 3 numbers are available via Infoline Call 80-46%6. Winning numbers are unofficial and verified by the Texas Lottery Commission. The regional office is in Odessa at 4682 E University Blvd, (915) 368-5243.
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Three Winners Named In Cash Five Drawing
Three tickets matched all five Cash Five numbers in Friday’s drawing. Each winner receives 108 328 dollars as officials report 764 tickets with four numbers win 639 dollars and 28 811 tickets with three correct numbers also win prizes. The drawn numbers were 16 17 21 25 39. The next drawing is Tuesday. Lotto Texas estimated jackpot for Saturday night is 25 million.
Mercury cream linked to poison cases in New Mexico
Health officials warn that Mexican made face cream de Belleza Manning has caused mercury poisoning in several residents. A 35 year old woman reported ten years of use with numbness and irritability while her 5 year old son showed elevated mercury. Four other women from Albuquerque Alamogordo Silver City and Deming reported symptoms. The cream is unlicensed in the United States and found at an Albuquerque flea market.
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Readers vote on taxes, sanctions, and rights in Odessa survey
The Odessa American lists questions for a weekly online and fax survey. Voters weigh whether Congress should rescind the gasoline tax, approve Iraq oil sales, recognize Hawaii same sex marriages, curb prisoner civil rights suits, and if Michael Jordan earns $18 million per season.
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InfoLine 580 INFO Responders Free to Stay Anonymous
A public notice explains that callers may respond without revealing their name and provides optional fields for those who wish to be quoted, including name and phone number. The guidance emphasizes privacy while offering a voluntary option to be identified.
Telethon at Medical Center Hospital Aids Pediatric Care
Charity telethon on KWES TV Channel 9 runs 8 p.m. Saturday to 5 p.m. today to support the Pediatric Special Care Unit at Medical Center Hospital Tidwell said. Glen Atkins Lighthouse Children’s Miracle Network president notes proceeds stay local. The network started by the Osmond family is now led by Marie Osmond. The unit treats premature babies and those with respiratory issues and other complications. Nurse Melissa Gaines says ventilators and monitors funded previously improved care and that more equipment will be bought with this year’s telethon proceeds.
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Odessa American notice on publication and ads policy
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