Mexicans protest US border nuclear waste dump near Sierra Blanca
About 1,000 protesters gathered outside the U S Embassy in Mexico City demanding that U S Ambassador Jeffrey Davidow present concerns to President Bill Clinton. They decry a new low level radioactive waste site near Sierra Blanca Texas and urge adherence to a 1983 cross border agreement. The Texas body faces a licensing decision on Oct 22.
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Death notices from Odessa reflect multiple local obituaries
Lochie Miether 77 real estate manager died Oct 10 1998 in Odessa. Services Oct 14 Hubbard-Kelly Chapel burial Sunset Memorial Gardens. Francisco R Rios Sr 91 retired construction worker died Oct 8 1998 in Odessa. Services Oct 12 St. Joseph Church burial Rosehill Cemetery. Corlores Sosa Valenzuela 82 retired truck driver died Oct 9 1998 in Odessa. Mass Oct 13 St. Martin's Church burial Sunset Memorial Gardens. Survivors and funeral details listed for each.
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Gypsy couple seeks divorce court to settle custody dispute
In Houston, Mack and Michelle George anger Gypsy elders by seeking a civil divorce rather than a Kris Romani verdict. The couple faced a private Gypsy council and then pursued a state court custody fight claiming $100,000 hoped for custody, while the other side cites $50,000. State judge ruled temporary custody largely split but both seek joint custody, reflecting intra group tensions.
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School shaving incident prompts district investigation
Peggy McWhorter, chief of staff, said an investigation would begin today into a report that shaving was ordered to enforce the dress code. Jenkins cited concerns about disease transmission, while Lori Upton of Ben Taub Hospital said risks are extremely low and heat would kill most microorganisms.
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Film preview scheduling instructions from Region 18
Region 18 outlines how staff should verify film availability and arrange preview rooms. If a requested film is unavailable on the date, a viewing date will be provided. Requests require the film names and approximate arrival time to Media Supervisor Pam Winn, who can be reached at 567-3260.
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Parents press Congress to enforce disability education act
About 250 protesting parents and children gathered near the White House to demand stronger enforcement of the 1975 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. They accused Republicans of seeking to weaken the act while urging lawmakers to expand access and options for disabled students and pursue regular classes where possible.
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Monarch butterflies arrive in the Valley on their northern return
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