Hippotherapy Brings Hope at Odessa Nursing Home
Deerings Nursing Home in Odessa offers hippotherapy using horses to aid therapies for cerebral palsy patients. Sammy Goodwin, a regular rider in a wheelchair, reports gains in torso strength and balance after three months. The program relies on volunteers and hopes to expand with more trained helpers.
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Insurance mixup shadows former Precinct 2 official
Former Precinct 2 Commissioner Todd faces questions over eight year insured status and the county health plan after his wife’s premiums were unpaid for 22 months. Todd says he believed payments were deducted from retirement checks and welcomes an investigation while noting possible political motivations by Democrats on the court. He describes arrangements with Regina Brazeal and suggests other county employees may share the error. Graff expects resolution after Friday’s meeting.
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Israeli strikes in Gaza kill two as clock ticks on peace
In Zeitoun Gaza City Israeli helicopters fired missiles at a car killing two men aged 22 and 24 identified as Hamas members guarding city streets. Israel said militants about to launch a mortar at Netz Yereth were the target. Hamas claimed the bus bombing was led by Abdel Madi Shabneh, an 18-year-old Hebron student. Arafat condemned the violence on Palestinian TV while Bush urged a global fight on terror and to cut off Hamas funding.
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Condo on eBay tied to Hogan’s Heroes star Crane murder
Bidders have until July 5 to bid on the Scottsdale condo where Bob Crane hosted wild parties before his 1978 murder. The listing, opened May 15, reflects Crane’s notoriety and the 25th anniversary publicity as current owners seek about 180 000 dollars, above local market value. The home’s history drew surprise from the Herbsts, buyers in 1986 for their daughter.
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Tax Credit Debate Stalls Over House Senate Rift
Lawmakers clash as Congress weighs expanding the child tax credit to help low income families. Senate and House Republicans differ on scope and cost with White House urging action to aid working families amid ongoing tax cut disputes.
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Head Start funding eyed with new standards and grants
The federal government would raise funding and set new measures for Head Start teachers and curriculum. By 2008 half of teachers would hold bachelor degrees, with debate over potential dismantling. Supporters aim to boost readiness, while studies show gaps persist in math and reading. Eight states could gain control if they blend programs and prove preschool investment.
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Argus Hamilton previews politics and pop culture antics
Argus Hamilton comments on Hillary Clinton book sales and politics, Bush Israel rhetoric, and pop culture zingers. The wit notes Afghanistan Olympic plans and a light jab about Rick Neuheisel gambling. He anchors from The Comedy Store in Hollywood with contact via argushamilton.com.
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Lottery draw results and jackpot estimate shown
A segment listing numbers and a Wednesday date June 11 notes an estimated 4 million dollar jackpot. The display includes multiple pick 3 style digits and a dated reference, resembling a lottery results card from a local newspaper.
Odessa American Readers Guide Subscription Rates
The Odessa American outlines subscription options with daily and Sunday rates, including weekend editions and holiday issues. It lists contact numbers for home delivery, missing papers, and general inquiries, along with varying monthly and multimonth pricing for different delivery plans.
Futuristic gadgets spark ethical debates in product launches
Reports describe a trio of controversial innovations. Vibrelet introduces Purring Kitty, a Nokia vibrational device marketed as a discreet massager. North Korea backs a heated stone claimed to deodorize, sterilize, and aid heart disease. Advanced Research Apparel touts an electrically charged anti assault coat with a 9 volt circuit designed to deter contact with an electric shock.
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