County weighs third party administrator search and GRI contract
County commissioners plan to publish RFPs for a third party administrator in July with bid opening on October 1 and possible award that day. Auditor David Austin questioned GRI contract legality, halted claims processing earlier this year, and sought legal opinions before. Attorney General Greg Abbott later found the contract valid in a September opinion.
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County Officials Push New Bid Round Over GRI Contract
The purchasing manager backs the contract as valid while four commissioners seek fresh bids to settle the dispute. Legal opinions clash over legality, with Austin delaying payments and employees paying medical costs. Officials hope a new bidding process will placate the stakeholders and protect claim payments.
Kimmel to Host American Music Awards for Second Year
LOS ANGELES Jimmy Kimmel will host the American Music Awards for the second year in a row as the three hour live ABC special airs November 14. Dick Clark praises Kimmel’s humor and pace while nominations for the 32nd annual show are set to be announced Tuesday.
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Oil prices move as storm shifts wind of energy markets
Oil and gas futures rose as the storm’s path altered expectations for supply. October natural gas futures gained 28 cents to 4.85 per 1000 cubic feet on Nymex amid weather-driven delays to oil tankers and refinery shutdowns as traders anticipated the government’s weekly oil supply report. Analysts cited potential bullish DOE figures from the data.
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Oil markets steady as supply concerns loom over Middle East
On an inflation adjusted basis prices sit about 13 below pre Gulf War levels while traders weigh tight spare capacity. Export hiccups from Iraq persist though global supply chains stay intact. NYMEX crude closed at 48.70 on Aug 19 as Oct heating oil and gasoline futures rose modestly.
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Cuba Rebukes U S Aid After Hurricane Charley Reference
Cuban leader rejects U S assistance amid Hurricane Ivan threats, saying no aid would be accepted even if offered. In Cuba, residents brace as Ivan nears, with 1.3 million evacuated and supplies strained. Grand Cayman suffers damage while Cayman Islands impose curfew and set up soup lines.
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El Nino leader demands tied to Ivan and politics
A chaotic Clipped mix mentions El Nino leaders issuing demands, Hurricane Ivan sweeping toward the U.S., and related political jabs. It also notes Kerry campaign moments, Al Franken appearances, and entertainment and religious market reactions in a garbled, opinionated roundup.
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Two shot and one jailed in Stanton
Stanton police report two people were shot Friday morning. An drew Castillo, 18, was treated for abdominal gunshot wounds after seeking help. A 16 year old male victim was treated for buttock and thigh wounds. Gabina Rosa Jr., 21, was arrested with a pistol and charged with marijuana possession after officers found drugs at his home. no shooting charges yet.
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Texas Lottery Results Summary for Sept 10 2023
The draw shows Cash Five numbers 14 17 27 31 33 with 33 matching. Pick 3 Day results reach 2 3 0 while Night 9 30 5. Jackpot stands at 875000 and placeholder bonus ball noted.
New Mexico Lottery Road Runner Cash Numbers Shown
Lottery rundown includes numbers like 12 14 22 27 34 36 46 49 with Power play 2 and a Jackpot of 72 million. Odessa listing and staff contacts follow, with publication details and ad submission notes.
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