Bomb threat at local bank prompts cautious evacuation
Security outside American State Bank as employees and customers evacuated after a bomb threat later deemed a hoax by police. Bank president Mike Marshall prioritized safety, while hospital garages were closed and a public address warning prepared staff for the incident. Authority and bystander accounts issued no lasting harm.
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Telvista opens Odessa contact center amid economic boost
Telvista held a ceremony to mark its Odessa Texas center as a key economic boost. Odessa officials including Mayor Larry Melton and Sen. Kel Seliger praised the project which aims to create at least 500 jobs with a $3.8 million incentive package from the Odessa Development Corp. Telvista plans a flagship hub attracting Fortune 1000 clients while expanding its U S operations from Plano and Grapevine to include Odessa and Danville Virginia.
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Telvista opens Odessa help center wields 100 agents
Telvista began accepting calls at its Odessa help center on August 9 with about 100 customer-service agents, mainly from Odessa Midland. The company plans to hire 100 more by year end and grow to over 600 workers in the next years, boosting payroll to around $10 million. The 50,000 square foot facility features advanced tech and ergonomic workstations for agents.
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Civil War fears grow as Iraqi violence spreads worldwide
A Royal Institute report warns secular and sectarian tensions could fracture Iraq into Kurdish north Sunni center and Shiite south. Clerics, politicians, and pilgrims have been killed in sectarian violence. U.S. policy in Sunni regions may worsen bloodshed as Kurds seek independence and Sunnis lose status. mass graves and blame over Saddam era crimes fuel distrust.
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Oprah visits 101st soldiers wives awaiting babies at Fort Campbell
Oprah Winfrey taped a segment at Fort Campbell thanking military families of the 101st Airborne Division. About 640 wives are pregnant after husbands return from Iraq, with births due between September and December. Cindy Crawford Martina McBride and Kenny Chesney attended.
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Cybill Shepherd promotes cabaret in London with cape look
Cybill Shepherd, 54, talked on GMTV about wearing a red velvet hooded cape to hide jet lag hair while in Britain to promote her one woman show Cybill Disobedience opening in London next week. She quipped about taking off the cape later as host Fiona Phillips smiled.
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DeLay ally charges in Texas PAC money case
Jim Ellis 47 heads Americans for a Republican Majority, charged with money laundering. John Colyandro 40 and Warren Ronold 48 face counts of money laundering and unlawful corporate contributions. Eight companies, including Sears Cracker Barrel Bacardi Westar and Williams, donated at least 20000 each. Craddick related checks of 152000 tied to speaker bid under investigation.
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Hollywood and politics mix in brash week of gossip
A collage of celebrity and political snippets runs through headlines from Saddam Hussein to Dan Rather, Kerry and Bush. Reports claim Saddam is distraught awaiting a war crimes trial while Dan Rather fares worse. Rodney King seeks peace image. Paul Crouch linked to a sex scandal. Kerry appears on talk shows amid campaign chatter. The Ryder Cup and Emmy telecast provide broader drama as global figures address war and governance.
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New Mexico Lottery Road Runner Cash Draw
The New Mexico Lottery announces the Road Runner Cash drawing results for Monday September 20. Winning numbers 9 16 27 33 34 for the draw with a Pick 3 entry showing the expected pairing and prize potential.
Odessa American Contact and service details
The Odessa American lists contact numbers for news sports and editorial departments, office hours, and ad and subscription information. It provides mailing addresses and notes on subscription rates and EZ Pay options.
Texas Lottery Drawn Numbers Update
Tuesday draws list CASH 5 numbers 1 2 19 24 37 with DAY NIGHT 1 56 4e9e. MEGAMILLIONS shows numbers 1 3 15 19 29 with Megaplier 4 and Jackpot $64 million.
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