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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 2013

Page

5

Pope Francis elected pope in historic Jesuit papacy

The article covers the selection of Jorge Mario Bergoglio as Pope Francis, the first Jesuit to lead the church. It notes his humble background in Argentina, focus on helping the poor, and plans to visit Benedict XVI at Castel Gandolfo. Latin American joy and cardinals’ support are highlighted.

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Francis as pope name echoes Saint Francis of Assisi

MICHAEL PFEIFER describes the choosing of the papal name Francis, noting the saint’s widespread veneration, his vow of poverty and peace, and the canonization two years after his death. Francis’s decision to greet the faithful outside the balcony is highlighted by Cardinal Dolan.

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City seeks CDBG proposals for 2013 plan in Key West

The city invites proposals to spend 151,921 dollars in CDBG funds on administrative costs if they meet national objectives such as slum and blight reduction, aiding low income groups, or urgent needs like disaster damage. A hearing is set for 6 p.m. March 27 at Key West Senior Village, with another City Council session planned in late May. Proposals include a Presidential Museum and Leadership Library, and a senior center walkway. Deadline is April 10.

Key West Senior Village Presidential Museum and Leadership Library

Panel criticizes military on sexual assault cases

A Senate panel condemned the Defense Department for slow progress in addressing rape and sexual assault in the armed forces during a two part hearing. Victims urged Congress to act while Pentagon officials defended efforts, highlighting frustration over a reported reversal of a sexual assault guilty verdict by Air Force Lt General Craig Franklin as evidence of failures in the justice system.

Washington Senate Defense Department Congress Pentagon Robert Taylor Air Force Craig Franklin

Permian Panthers win crowd pleasers and production awards

Paws Carter praised the Permian High School team for winning the Crowd Pleasers award for a hip hop routine and a production award for a dance about bullying. He said the team performed with the best effort, representing Permian with respect, dignity and class at pep rallies.

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National junior varsity and varsity dance champions named

National champions in junior varsity and varsity levels across team jazz lyrical hip hop contemporary and pom categories. Officers crowned in jazz lyrical hip hop contemporary with overall medium and large divisions. Elite Circle and Crowd Pleaser awards highlight high scores and multiple divisions.

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