West Nile toll rises as Houston area reports 4th death
Officials in Harris County confirmed a fourth death likely linked to West Nile virus amid rising statewide cases. The Houston area has 56 reported cases, with 21 hospitalized, as health officials caution about seasonality and winter dormancy.
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Winona Ryder faces dismissal of felony drug charge
Prosecutors ask a judge to drop the felony drug charge against Winona Ryder. They cite a sworn statement suggesting she had reason to possess the pills rather than criminal knowledge. The case involves alleged theft of nearly six thousand dollars of designer merchandise from Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills.
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Lawrence renames street section to honor David Letterman
In Lawrence Indiana the City Council unanimously renames part of 59th Street David Drive near the former Fort Harrison to honor David Letterman. The cross street Letterman Road, named for a San Francisco hospital, will intersect David Drive creating an intersection that highlights the Hoosier legend. Signs will feature David Letterman prominently with smaller Drive and Road labels.
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Target opens Odessa store to eager local shoppers
Betty Lowery drove 35 miles from Crane with her two sons to buy school books. Odessa newcomer Pauline Gonzales praised opening day service at the new Target. About 2,000 attended the invitation preview benefiting Fine Arts UT Permian Basin, Globe of the Great Southwest, Centers for Children and Families, and Elien Noel Art Museum. Target plans volunteer work locally as it expands, following the 2001 Odessa location announcement and 126000 square foot build on the former Montgomery Ward site.
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Tarot card tied to Maryland sniper investigation, officials say
Investigators linked to the Maryland sniper case reported a tarot card found near a shell casing at a Bowie middle school. A 13 year old boy was critically wounded by a gunman, with authorities noting the shell resembles bullets used in earlier shootings. Maryland and Virginia officials coordinated across jurisdictions while seeking the suspect or suspects.
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Court orders Census data release on adjusted counts
A three judge Ninth Circuit panel held federal open government law requires the Census Bureau to release adjusted population figures from the 2000 census. The ruling does not force use of adjusted counts for redistricting or funding decisions, nor compel a Supreme Court appeal. Census officials declined comment. Justice Department officials would not discuss the ruling.
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Odessa American Contact and Postmaster Mail Info
Postmaster address for changes is Odessa American PO Box 2952 Odessa TX 7976 2952. Main phone 337 6262 hours 8 am to 5 pm Monday Friday. Out of town call 800 375 4661. Paper missing or out of town 8688 375 OA0A call 6 am to 5 pm Mon Fri, 6 11 am Sat Sun.
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Local Delivery Rates and Subscription Options
Readers Guide announces delivery and subscription rates. Rates include daily and weekend plans with various prices, monthly and yearly options, and select holiday editions. Operations Director Tyler Patton and Frances Irvine contact via listed phone numbers and website.
Longhorns and Sooners clash in Cotton Bowl showdown
Hollywood satire links the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners in a heated college football rivalry at a neutral Cotton Bowl site. The piece riffs on Saddam Hussein shelter plans, Bush administration moves, and politicians trading barbs amid a backdrop of broader U S political and labor headlines.
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Jumble Correction Notice Appears in Today's Paper
The newspaper notes an incomplete Jumble in Wednesday’s edition and directs readers to page 4A in today’s issue for the complete version. The OA apologizes for the error and clarifies where to find the full puzzle.
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Jury awards $2.1 million over faulty face lift in Sarasota
In Sarasota Florida a 59 year old woman won a $2.1 million verdict against surgeon Holly Barbour for a faulty face lift and neck lift Barbour allegedly offered a discount operation at 7500 dollars after previously working only on eyes The 10 hour procedure left a lump on the face that made a popping sound when she blinked.
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