Controversy over Schiavo case fuels late vote drama
House leaders clash over Terri Schiavo as Congress contemplates federal intervention. Speaker Hastert and Rep. Frank dispute diagnosis and life support ethics while DeLay signals readiness to file a petition once the bill reaches the president. Lawmakers depart for Easter recess amid urgent, expedited deliberations.
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Rollover in Gardendale Claims One Life
Police and DPS troopers investigated a Sunday afternoon rollover on Cottonwood Road about three and a half miles east of North Hollyhock Avenue. A man died at the scene around 5 30 p m. The victim’s name origin city and cause remain unavailable at press time.
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Rumsfeld outlines Iraq security progress and force realignments
Secretary Rumsfeld on ABC outlines rising Iraqi security forces, with estimates over 145000. He says US troops in Iraq will drop from 153000 to about 137000 to 140000, and notes 30 projects to ease stress on forces including a national security personnel system. General Myers supports the all‑volunteer force, while Rumsfeld defends his Europe comment about France and Germany.
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ACT-SO fosters diverse student competition at OHS
Hill and Jr. discuss ACT-SO at OHS where 25 categories in science dance and more showcase student talents. Hill used Florian's Song for her solo and her oratory All About the Color of Our Skin. Sydnor notes ACT-SO as an enrichment program funded by NAACP to boost academics and cultural achievement among African American students. It aims to steer students toward college and scholarships beyond sports.
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ACT-SO Roots and Odessa Midland Involvement
Vernon Jarrett founded ACT-SO to reward academic achievers. The first national event was 1978 in Portland Oregon High School. In Odessa Midland area, local ACT-SO debuted this year with Sound Off competitions and nominations by teachers. Gene Collins praises the program as a positive reinforcement for students.
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Permian Basin Scholarships Expand Funding Efforts
The Permian Basin Area Foundation offers multiple scholarships with the Foundation Parsley Engineering Scholarship worth 5000 dollars, Marie Hall Scholarship around 1000 dollars, and at least ten scholarships for Martin County students. Most funds support attendance at University of the Permian Basin Odessa College or Midland College, with outreach to area towns and ongoing openness to new scholarships.
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