Texas School Board Battles Over Evolution and Education Policy
The Texas education board faces culture war tensions as conservatives and liberal watchdogs clash over science and history teaching standards. A partial setback for conservatives kept evolution from being labeled with strengths and weaknesses, while all sides push for more influence ahead of March votes. Incumbent Don McLeroy defends balanced results amid rising scrutiny from rivals like Ratliff and Cynthia Dunbar, who faces term limits after angering critics with remarks on public education.
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Death toll climbs after Chile earthquake strikes Concepcion
In Concepcion Chile the quake's aftermath brings 708 known dead with looting and aftershocks hindering rescue work. President Bachelet declares military control, imposes curfew, and warns of a giant recovery effort as half a million homes are damaged or destroyed and services fail.
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Michele Bachelet
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Bachelet
la Moneda Palace
Showgirls at OHS rehearse for Show-Off fundraiser
The OHS Showgirls 23 dancer elite team rehearse in the dance studio polishing moves as lead dancer Sandate guides peers. Director Jamie Anderson stresses story driven choreography while the group uses performances at football games pep rallies and upcoming Show-Off to fund costumes and trips. Gabriela Gutierrez a sophomore joins this spring for first performance ready to share passion with the community. The benefit, set for 7 p.m. Monday March 8 and Tuesday March 9 at the OHS Field House, tickets cost 3 for children and students and 5 for adults.
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Falcons running back battles epilepsy and raises awareness
Atlanta Falcons player Jason Snelling discloses his epilepsy while pursuing a pro football career. The piece notes his stance to educate others, involve the Epilepsy Foundation, and address myths, especially in the African American community, with Foundation programs and research support highlighted.
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