Timeline of JBS Parkway overpass project in Odessa
Odessa seeks to complete JBS Parkway overpass linking to I 20 with funding from TxDOT MPO and federal sources. MPO and city contributions total 12.6 million, plus 2 million earmarked, 3.5 million authorized, bids awarded at 24.57 million. Construction began July 2007 with January 2009 completion target.
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Construction Push Gathers Pace at JBS Parkway Area
Jesse Sanchez notes many still rent facilities but access worsened during road work as a three way stop replaces a traffic light at JBS Parkway and Business 20 frontage road under a 24.6 million project due for completion in 2009. TexDOT reports smoother flow despite 45 mph limit.
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Massage helps new moms at Odessa Regional Medical Center
Galindo and another massage therapist at Odessa Regional provide postnatal care to new mothers in the hospital. Jacqui Gore says the program helps moms feel special after delivery, easing stress and emotional days for patients like Martinez.
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War's Cost and Fallout Hit Iraq and U.S. Budget Hard
The IMF cites widespread economic damage in Iraq from conflict, with millions jobless and professionals fleeing. Stiglitz and Bilmes estimate the two wars will total $845 billion in 2007 dollars by September 30, 2008, covering military, embassy, reconstruction, and related costs as casualties decline.
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War costs mount to 2.7 trillion by 2017 study says
A released book estimates the Iraq and Afghanistan wars will cost 1.7 to 2.7 trillion dollars by 2017 with up to 816 billion in interest. It cites the surge, higher fuel costs, reenlistment bonuses, and equipment replacement as major drivers, plus two drawdown scenarios and long term veterans care costs.
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Iraqi president seeks Turkish investment and strategic ties
President Jalal Talabani urged expanded Turkish investment in Iraq during a visit to Ankara aimed at easing tensions after Turkey's eight day incursion into Iraqi territory. He proposed a joint body to deepen ties in oil economy trade culture and politics with Turkey with the Kurdish region already relying on Turkish imports and investment.
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