Governor diverting funds from Nichols trial to tornado victims
Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating signed a bill redirecting 1.2 million dollars from the planned murder trial of Oklahoma City bombing conspirator Terry Nichols to a fund aiding tornado victims. The move followed debate over pursuing state charges and the death penalty while Nichols is already serving a life sentence.
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Clover House under investigation over funds and misconduct
Clover House faces a wave of issues as the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Rangers probe former executive director Joe Bell for alleged sexual misconduct. Agencies also assess possible intermingling of federal and state funds after a bookkeeper failed to pay over $148,000 in back payroll taxes, an IRS agreement followed. Board members Jay Gibson and Painter express cautious optimism amid rumors and staff resilience.
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DNA cryptography on microscopic paper microdots
Researchers created a DNA based message embedded on a tiny strand and protected by ends acting as a key. They mailed the DNA encoded secret Normandy June 6 invasion and later extracted and multiplied the strands to read the message. Experts note DNA's high data density and potential for future computing, while acknowledging the need for a biochemical lab to write and read such messages.
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Normandy
Anne Condon
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Vince Gill to headline three high school graduate event
About 400 graduates from three Charleston area classes will attend a pre concert reception with country star Vince Gill at the Charleston Civic Center on June 12 after sending postcards for a chance to graduate with Gill. The radio promotion drew 124000 entries, yielding three winners.
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Rosemary Clooney Leads Music Festival to Restore Russell Theater
Rosemary Clooney plans the first annual Rosemary Clooney Music Festival in Maysville Kentucky to raise 3.5 million dollars for theater restoration. She headlines the September 25 outdoor concert near the Russell Theater, site of the 1953 world premiere of The Stars Are Singing, and will press her hands into cement for a walk of fame in front of the venue. A nonprofit bought the 69 year old theater in 1995 for 41000 dollars. Clooney, a Maysville native now based in Beverly Hills, is the aunt of George Clooney.
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NATO Sets Peace Plan For Kosovo Pullout And Deploys Forces
Lt Gen Michael Jackson said the military technical agreement allows a phased Serb withdrawal from Kosovo with 11 days for Serb troops to depart, paving the way for a 49,000 strong NATO force including 7,000 U.S. soldiers to enter Kosovo. US officials projected entry within 24 hours of withdrawal. NATO has conducted hundreds of air missions as the crisis unfolds.
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No charges in case of abandoned bag at Columbus airport
Former inspector general Mary Schiavo will not face federal charges over an unaccompanied bag at Port Columbus International Airport used in a TV story on security. The bag caused a four hour runway shutdown while investigators probed but prosecutors could not prove criminal intent.
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Arkansas mayor urges porch beer citations
Forrest City mayor Larry Bryant calls for police to issue citations for public drinking after seeing residents on front porches with beer. City Attorney Knox Kinney doubts porch beer arrests would stand in court and questions practicality.
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Forrest City, Ark
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Correction: Police Chief James Jenkins misidentified
A MondayPage 1B photo misidentified Odessa Police Chief James Jenkins as Assistant Fire Chief Steve Pollock. The caption has been corrected to reflect the proper title and name.
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James Jenkins
Steve Pollock
Clinton order would curb discrimination at federal sites
Clinton would issue a civil rights directive aimed at stopping harassment in federal jurisdictions including parks and ports. Officials note mixed support from law enforcement groups while data show substantial body searches of travelers, especially Black and Hispanic passengers, prompting calls for legal safeguards and attorney access for detainees.
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Texas Lottery Winning Numbers and Jackpot Update
Lotto Texas results show numbers 2 6 20 26 33 47 for Wednesday June 9 with an estimated jackpot. Pick 3 draws 9 53 follow, and Cash 5 details updated. for up-to-date information call InfoLine at 580-4636, option 6600.
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No Lotto Texas numbers match AP report
The Associated Press notes that no ticket matched all six numbers drawn Wednesday night in the Lotto Texas twice weekly game, according to state lottery officials.
Best toy ever invented blocks with letters
In a playful exchange scholars claim alphabet blocks inspire learning over discipline. The quiz touches on Locke, sea plankton riches, eagle females, Yukon River, and a light trivia note about the word and between heaven and earth.
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John Locke
Advertising policies of the Odessa American
The Odessa American states it reserves the right to accept or reject any advertisement and will not be liable for errors omissions or failure to publish ads. It disclaims responsibility for representations of fact in ads and provides contact options including phone and a website.
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