News 2008-05-19 Andanh.com

On the Lege: Macias Ends Primary Challenge
House GOP incumbent ends legal challenge to March loss to former New Braunfels mayor

Local: Ott Says Thanks to City Staff, Austin Energy
Utility completes repairs: updated photo gallery

Down on the Street: Snapshot: Be Your Own Pet/the Phenomenauts

Girlie Action: For the Benefit of Mr. Kite
A wave of benefits rides through town

Death Valley Nights: Wasted Years
Iron Maiden

Shut Up: In Rainbows
Radiohead tripped out Saturday, May 17

ARTS: Funniest Person in Austin Competition: OMG, the Finals!

MUSIC: Duke Spirit (Antone's)

Austin Live Music Archives: Vol. 1 (Special Screening)

Roxanne (Special Screening)

Party citations from Lubbock police in sharp decline Mon, 19 May 2008 01:38:00 EST
Lubbock partiers may have gotten the message.

Businesses collect more delinquent accounts with Profit Recovery Service Mon, 19 May 2008 01:59:00 EST
Business Owners: If you currently have customers who have gone 60-90 days or more without resolving their account, it's time to call $Solutions$ Business Cash Flow Services, LLC at (806) 773-6382.

The Golden Era' of movies lives on at Video Classics, Inc. Mon, 19 May 2008 01:59:00 EST
If you are a fan of classic Hollywood films and can't get enough, come to Video Classics, Inc. They have West Texas' largest selection of classic movies from Hollywood's golden era, available for rent on VHS and DVD.

Red Raiders end season swinging Mon, 19 May 2008 02:33:00 EST
At the end of another disappointing season where the Texas Tech baseball team walked off the first for the last time Sunday, one constant still rang true.

Grand Court residents rate community with high scores for overall satisfaction' Mon, 19 May 2008 02:00:00 EST
It's the end of the school year and residents at Grand Court are ready with their No. 2 pencils - not for final exams, but to fill out their annual satisfaction surveys.

Death notices Mon, 19 May 2008 01:39:00 EST
Johnny Collazo Jr., 29, of Post died Sunday May 18, 2008.E Services are pending with Justice-Mason Funeral Home in Post.

With services from Handy-Pros you will fall in love with your home again Mon, 19 May 2008 01:58:00 EST
Love your home again with remodeling services from Handy-Pros. They have the skills to remodel any room in your home including the two most often used - the kitchen and bathroom.

Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane treatments at Medical Spa of Midland can smooth wrinkles Mon, 19 May 2008 01:58:00 EST
Wrinkles and frown lines are, for many people, unwelcome guests that arrive in stealth and decide to stay forever - in plain sight, right on your face.

Numbness in hands and feet possible signs of more serious medical problem Mon, 19 May 2008 01:59:00 EST
"If you have numbness in your hands and feet, do not ignore it," says Dr. Alex D'Cruz of Lubbock Neurology, PLLC. "Intermittent or persistent numbness is a common neurological symptom resulting from damage to the nerves. It may be caused by diseases of the nerves themselves or it may be the result of systemic illnesses."

Top 10 reverse mortgage myths dispelled; learn the facts today Mon, 19 May 2008 01:58:00 EST
As reverse mortgages have increased in popularity, so have the myths about these unique loans. While there's better information available today, many seniors and their adult children who are exploring reverse mortgages still encounter a host of misconceptions. Here's a look at common myths and the facts:

Hot deals for a hot summer! Call Rowe Air Conditioning Mon, 19 May 2008 01:59:00 EST
If last week's temperatures in the upper-80s have you ready for summer, today's the day to call Rowe! To ensure your air conditioner is ready to go - keeping your house cool and your family comfortable - call Rowe Air Conditioning & Heating for "Hot Deals for a Hot Summer!"

Promote business with private label bottled water from Essence Bottling Mon, 19 May 2008 01:58:00 EST
Water, water everywhere and it's got your name on it!

Mobile Housecalls continues to grow in the Lubbock area Mon, 19 May 2008 02:00:00 EST
With the addition of a new physician, Melissa K. Henry, M.D., as well as additional nursing and ancillary staff, Mobile Housecalls continues to grow.

Jim and Jimmie Bevers are your friends in real estate Mon, 19 May 2008 01:58:00 EST
In real estate it is essential to have a Realtor who is experienced, knowledgeable, and, most of all, sincerely interested about your concerns when it comes to selling or purchasing a home.

Bearing the storm: Lubbock and other West Texas residents prepare for tornado season Mon, 19 May 2008 02:11:00 EST
As spring brings bloom and warmer weather to Lubbock, the threat of tornadoes follows on its coattails.

Don't spend all your life savings paying for nursing home costs Mon, 19 May 2008 01:58:00 EST
The greatest threat to the "nest egg" of a senior citizen is a long-term stay in a nursing home. With costs exceeding $40,000 per year, it does not take long to wipe out someone's life savings. The information in this article could be important to your long-term financial health.

Lady Chaparrals ready for historic run at NAIA title Mon, 19 May 2008 02:38:00 EST
Two teams have been to the NAIA Softball Championships once and won a national title - Sam Houston State and Western Washington.

Reese Memorial Tournament Scores Mon, 19 May 2008 01:38:00 EST
SUNDAY'S FINAL SCORES

Rogers, Tyler make up five shots to win Mon, 19 May 2008 01:38:00 EST
Ryan Rogers and Ross Tyler aren't the team that shot 59 on Friday at the Reese Memorial Tournament. Nor are they the team that shot 60 on Saturday.

Tech women take third in Big 12 Mon, 19 May 2008 02:39:00 EST
BOULDER, Colo. - For a team that didn't win any team championships, Texas Tech came home from the Big 12 Conference outdoor track and field meet with plenty of titles to celebrate anyway.

Lubbock Precinct 3 nominee under fire about residency Mon, 19 May 2008 01:34:00 EST
Some Republicans are questioning the residency of a local Democratic candidate and say his name shouldn't be on the November ballot.

Lubbock residents likely to see surge in tickets during Click It' campaign Mon, 19 May 2008 01:36:00 EST
Hundreds of Lubbock residents likely will be given seat belt citations in the next two weeks.

Things to Do Mon, 19 May 2008 01:38:00 EST
Pull their strings

Road construction Mon, 19 May 2008 01:38:00 EST
• Spur 327 - The Texas Department of Transportation is rebuilding westbound frontage roads along Spur 327. Traffic will be reduced to one lane, and the exit ramp from the S. Loop 289 frontage road to the spur has been closed. Drivers will need to take the turnaround at 50th Street to get to the spur. Construction may last into late July.

From the A-J's Pages Mon, 19 May 2008 01:39:00 EST
25 years ago:

Betty Jean Brothers Mon, 19 May 2008 01:39:00 EST
Betty Jean Brothers, 81, of Lubbock died Friday, May 16, 2008. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, in the Milwaukee Avenue Church of Christ. Burial will follow in the Idalou Cemetery, under the direction of Rix Funeral Directors.

Robert Bobby Fehleison Mon, 19 May 2008 01:39:00 EST
Family and friends of Robert "Bobby" Fehleison will gather to remember his 76 years of life from 6-8 p.m. today, May 19, 2008, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers. Reverend Joseph Fly will lead in celebrating his life the following day at Cooper United Methodist Church at 10:30 a.m. Mr. Fehleison died peacefully Friday, May 16, 2008, surrounded by his family.

Grace Huffaker Mon, 19 May 2008 01:40:00 EST
Mrs. Grace Huffaker of Tahoka departed this life on May 17, 2008, at the age of 88 years.

Charles Carter Marchant Mon, 19 May 2008 01:40:00 EST
Charles Carter Marchant, of Midland, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2008.

Felix Garza Ortega Mon, 19 May 2008 01:40:00 EST
Felix Garza Ortega of Lubbock departed this life on May 16, 2008 at the age of 73 years. He was born on Nov. 20, 1934, to Antonio and Margarita Ortega, in Mason. In 1944, he moved to Lubbock from Tahoka. On Feb. 4, 1955, Mr. Ortega married Neomi Rangel in Lubbock. He was a plumber for over 40 years, 25 years of which he spent working for Anthony Mechanical. Mr. Ortega was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Society and he served as an usher for over 40 years. Felix was also a member of Local Plumbers, Pipe Fitters Union 629, and had a seat on the Board of Directors. He loved his union very much.

Lawson Kerr Stiff, Sr. Mon, 19 May 2008 01:40:00 EST
Lawson Kerr Stiff, Sr., 91, died peacefully Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at his home in Lubbock. Lawson was the son of Almanza Kerr and Ray Stiff, born in McKinney in 1916. He attended Texas Tech as an undergraduate and he graduated from University of Texas Law School. Lawson practiced law in Texas and New Mexico for over 50 years. He was loved by his many friends and family for his generosity, hospitality, and humor. He will be dearly missed by his good friend and companion Jonnie Delle Cogdell.

Watson Whaley Mon, 19 May 2008 01:39:00 EST
Graveside services for Watson Whaley, 98, of Friona will be at 4 p.m. Monday, May 19, 2008, at the Friona Cemetery, with Leon Talley and Criss Wyly, both of Friona officiating. Burial will follow by Blackwell Funeral Home.

The injustice of $4 a gallon gasoline Mon, 19 May 2008 14:10:41 -0600
A federal judge canceled a hearing today in a lawsuit over the Texas Democratic Party's presidential delegate selection system, partly because of high gasoline prices. U.S. District Judge Fred Biery of San Antonio indicated he may rule in the suit,...

New transportation chair talks about Perry, politics and paying for roads Mon, 19 May 2008 07:07:09 -0600
Texas Transportation Commission Chairwoman Deirdre Delisi talks about concern that she's Gov. Rick Perry's "yes person," her views on (what else) transportation and how she got into politics. Take a listen here....

Is the end near for Minutemen movement? Mon, 19 May 2008 14:29:06 -0600
They've been the poster child for the anti-illegal immigration movement, but could the clock be ticking for the Minutemen? According to a Daily Herald story out of the Chicago area, the Minutemen group could be kaput by the end of...

Houston's hardest high schools Mon, 19 May 2008 14:42:16 -0600
A new effort by Newsweek and the Washington Post assigns U.S. high schools a "Challenge Index" -- the number of Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate tests taken by students divided by the number of school's spring 2007 graduates. (All tests...

The price for stopping illegal immigration: economic crisis Mon, 19 May 2008 09:01:58 -0600
Julio Cortez/Houston Chronicle What does illegal immigration cost the U.S.? That's usually how immigration debate is framed. Today, the Greater Houston Partnership is unveiling a new study that takes a look at another aspect of the question: What would eliminating...

BizLinks and Open Comments | 5.19.08 Mon, 19 May 2008 07:08:56 -0600
Microsoft: Yahoo talks focus on alliance, not takeover -- the first steps toward MicroHoo 2? Support grows for CEO, chairman separation at Exxon Mobil Treasuries traders see commodity prices lowering The Landline That Refused to Leave ($) Lehrer Says...

What advice would you give Big Three automakers? Mon, 19 May 2008 09:08:05 -0600
This is a tough time to be a Big Three auto manufacturer. Fuel prices are escalating and consumers are demanding fuel-efficient vehicles, yet (despite dropping sales) numbers too significant to ignore still want big passenger haulers, full-size pickups (900,000-plus F-150s...

Chron Energy Links: 05.19.08 Mon, 19 May 2008 09:55:29 -0600
A few of the energy related items on Chron.com and elsewhere around the Web: • CHRONICLE 100: Our annual survey of the region's top public and private businesses • CHRONICLE 100: No. 1: National Oilwell Varco: builder of rigs, maker...

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