Fed expected to cut interest rates again amid terror fears
The Federal Reserve faces pressure to push its key rate to a four-decade low to revive consumer spending as fears of more terrorist attacks sap confidence. Dow futures edged lower while Conference Board and University of Michigan sentiment indexes show sharp declines. analysts note the economy’s fragile rebound and prior rate-cut trajectory.
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McCamey Band Performs Civil War Blue and Gray
McCamey high school band directed by Charles Grissom staged a Civil War themed halftime show at Ratliff Stadium with Union blue and Confederate gray uniforms. The performance drew mixed reactions from sponsors like Grace Moody who defended the symbolism as nonracist while some locals expressed concern regarding the Old South imagery.
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Moore named Bryan city manager from Odessa after long tenure
Odessa Deputy City Manager Mary Kaye Moore will become Bryan city manager effective November 1, returning to the city where she began her career. Moore, a CPA, has led Odessa utilities, municipal court and emergency communications, and will replace or reshape the management team as Bryan tackles aging streets and finances.
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Bush says progress in war on terrorism on many fronts
President Bush asserted advances across several fronts in the fight against terrorism during a Monday visit to FEMA headquarters. He cited hundreds of arrests domestically and internationally, and noted a covert campaign against Afghanistan's Taliban as U.S. forces position for possible action.
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