Fed seen cutting rates for first time this year
The Federal Reserve is expected to lower the funds rate from 1.75 percent at its meeting on Wednesday amid signs the economy may stall after the 11th cut of a yearlong easing cycle. Economists predict a quarter to a half point cut as growth remains weak post recession and post September 11 shocks.
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Polling Sites and Candidate Profiles Briefly Mapped
Inside coverage outlines polling locations and candidate profiles for the 2A district. It highlights site accessibility and key positions, naming local election workers and several contenders while noting dates and voting procedures.
Election Day '02 nears with Senate races still tossups
Less than 48 hours before Americans vote in mid term elections, surveys dampen Democratic hopes as seven Senate races remain too close to call and the House likely stays Republican. Pryor leads Hutchinson in Arkansas tossup while Chambliss and Cleland clash in Georgia and Bush opens a Florida edge. Other tossups include Colorado Missouri Minnesota New Hampshire South Dakota and Texas. Mondale and Coleman debate amid a tight national split. A Pew poll shows 46 percent favor Democrats and 44 percent Republicans. Democrats face a six seat House deficit and must win many tossups to reclaim control.
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PTA Role Shifts as Budgets Tighten at LBJ and Cavazos
The LBJ and Cavazos PTAs adapt from festive charity to essential school support amid rising costs. Principal Kevin Williams says the PTA now focuses on aiding students and families, with tech needs and school improvements funded by parent groups. Cavazos PTA bought a walking track and science equipment last year, reflecting broadened scope and impact.
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Black chamber seeks new members in spring drive
A Black chamber promotes spring recruitment, noting a trend of members counting 161 annually and some lagging on dues. Dues are 25 dollars for individuals and 50 dollars for companies with up to nine employees. The banquet honors minority and local business employers contributing to the community.
Long Beach Freeway Pileup Injures Dozens In Dense Fog
A fog shrouded stretch of Long Beach Freeway saw nearly 200 vehicles collide in two pileups early Sunday. Fourteen to nineteen drivers were listed as injured, with 41 reported as seriously hurt, and the highway remained closed for hours while emergency crews cleared the wreckage.
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United Way Nears 1.4 Million Campaign Goal
United Way of Odessa reports 80 percent of its 1.4 million goal has been raised in the 2002 fund-raising drive. Volunteers and staff completed months of work culminating in a Holiday Inn Odessa event where Executive Director Mike Rush confirmed the progress.
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