Network saga links Derek Elms to Thornhill slaying case
The case centers on Derek Elms accused of killing Robert Thornhill and disposing of the body after an altercation witnessed by Willie Hurst and Heather Mitchell. Hurst contends Elms acted alone, while investigators pursued alternate claims. Local residents react as details surface about the crossbow attack, the body’s removal to an oilfield site, and the ensuing inquiries.
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Turtle smuggling landsman in prison
A McAllen businessman, Oscar Cueva, was sentenced to 16 months in prison in Denver federal court. He pleaded guilty in January to conspiracy to smuggle endangered sea turtle skins and other exotic leathers from Mexico to the United States and to money laundering.
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Rocket science lesson at St John’s Episcopal School
Jacob Evans 11 launches a rocket as Kevin Thacker of Lubbock Science Spectrum watches Friday morning at St John’s Episcopal School. Thacker notes rockets reach about 50 feet high and share nose cones and bodies with NASA rockets.
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Odessa sees growth amid unemployment rise statewide
Odessa's workforce climbs to 68,573 from 65,985 while unemployment edges higher to 4.5 percent statewide. Taylor notes September typically stabilizes, with jobless rates easing from May 2007 levels but the city showing substantial growth in total employment.
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Texas job growth outpaced nation but unemployment rose
Texas posted 2.3 percent 12 month job growth versus 0.2 percent nationally. May nonfarm payrolls rose 8,700 aided by education and health care, yet job seekers increased by 40,700 to about 522,400. Initial unemployment claims fell to 63,522 in May from 65,901 in April.
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