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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 2002
Page
1
Indonesian police capture Imam Samudra, a Jemaah Islamiyah linked figure who trained in Afghanistan, in Merak Java. Officials say he planned and helped assemble bombs outside Sari Club and Paddy’s Bar, the Oct 12 attack that killed about 190 foreigners.
U.S. authorities interrogate Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri, suspected mastermind of the USS Cole bombing, after his capture in an undisclosed foreign country. The Saudi al-Qaida lieutenant, held briefly in Afghanistan, is now in U.S. custody. The case highlights ongoing fears of a revived al-Qaida network plotting attacks.
Former Midland Mayor Bobby Burns withdraws from the Permian Basin 19th District special election leaving Odessa businessman Bob Barnes to consider a bid. Burns cites need for regional unity amid oil and gas diversification. Governor Perry will set the January date. a party consensus is sought.
John Foster 60 died Thursday after a massive heart attack Wednesday in Odessa. He built KWES-TV into a top Permian Basin station and led telethons for MDA Easter Seals and other groups. Friends recall his generosity and long service on Junior Achievement United Way and Vietnam Veterans Memorial boards.
Cap Rock Energy Corp spokeswoman Kelly Mcbeth calls the transfer of the certificate of convenience and necessity a name change. At a June Austin hearing Elizabeth Elleson notes issues from the request include management debt acquisitions and authority to become investor owned. The panel again delayed a ruling and sent a key issue to the Texas Attorney General for opinion.
A church program brings worship beyond walls with mobile services and outreach. Volunteers travel to neighborhoods to offer sermons, prayer, and community aid, aiming to reach congregants who cannot attend traditional services.
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