Vets bill stripped of 500 million in military projects
House conservatives trimmed 500 million from a veterans spending bill, denying funded military construction at several bases. Democrats blamed tax cuts and a tight budget for the cuts while conservatives warned of ongoing battles to keep government within means, despite protests from Republicans.
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Odessa child diagnosed with MCAD deficiency
Odessan MacAlister Riddle, age 2, has medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency, a disorder preventing fat breakdown for energy when glucose runs low. Disease onset ranges from one month to seven years. Doctors may prescribe L-Carnitine to prevent hypoglycemia. donations are being accepted to help.
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Cindera Nealy
Odessa
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Julie Riddie
MacAlister
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Odessa boy with rare MCAD deficiency faces life with baseball and Batman
MacAlister Riddle, 2, in Odessa, has MCAD deficiency a rare disorder that prevents fat breakdown after low glucose. His parents Julie and MacAlister’s father recall seizure activity at 9 months and persistent ear nose and throat infections prompting medical concern as he plays in a living room cape and dreams of baseball and Batman.
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Julie
Willie Nelson Laughs Through His Tao of Willie
In Dallas Willie Nelson discusses his new book The Tao of Willie A Guide to Happiness in Your Heart which blends humor with stories on life politics and religion The 184 page work also touches on his environmental ventures and personal past including four marriages and legal troubles.
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Willie Nelson
Nelson
Willie
Turk Pipkin
Da Vinci Code film sparks debate over adaptation
The piece notes readers love the book yet doubt the film’s ability to translate it. Critics describe the movie as tranquil, while book fans seek page intensity. It mentions potential boycotts by churches as crowds line up for tickets at a Texas theater.
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New York
Ron Howard
Da Vinci Code Opens At West Texas Hollywood Theaters
West Texans turned out to see The Da Vinci Code despite controversy and mixed reviews. At Music City Mall the launch drew about 200 by lunchtime. Balmorhea students joined local residents on a fun day trip while some churches urged boycotts and others defended fiction over faith.
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Ashley Roberts
Balmorhea High School
Ron Howard
Savanna Machucha
Balmorhea
Mary Garcia
Garcia
Jesus
J.B. Hearin
All abuzz Bee season safety tips for families and pets
Odessa American reports on bee season with practical guidance for households. tips cover protecting kids and pets, avoiding active nests, and when to call professionals. Includes general precautions and steps for outdoor activities to reduce encounters this season.
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