Health care overhaul gains momentum in Congress
The bill would expand insurance access and curb pre existing condition denials while trimming deficits by about 138 billion over a decade. Beginning in 2014 most Americans would need to obtain insurance with penalties for noncompliance. Dems push forward as GOP critics call it a government takeover and seek limits on Medicare cuts and tax increases.
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Teens raise funds for funeral of Odessa teen Ernest Byer Jr
Friends and family rally after the death of Ernest G Byer Jr as Kaylea and Amanda Hogan lead a carwash drive that has brought in over 1600 dollars. Donations flow during spring break with sign boards and a peanut container for tips. A memorial service is set for 4 p m Saturday at Sherwood Baptist Church and funeral Monday at Acres West Funeral Chapel.
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Carnival RVs Set Up After Rainy Stop in Sweetwater
Michael Phillips of Kermit notes the itinerant life as Carnival parks their RVs. Ardrey reports washdown of rides after rain and a local job surge easing. By Thursday the midway takes shape with workers assembling rides and cleaning booths while popcorn and cotton candy scents are absent.
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