Stories for May 9, 2012
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BEIJING (AP) — The monthlong standoff between China and the Philippines over a South China Sea shoal is snowballing with ... Read Story »
Sheriff T. Michael O'Connor addressed members of the Chamber of Commerce at their monthly luncheon Wednesday. Read Story »
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies believe they finally played their grinding, bruising style of basketball in the playoffs. Read Story »
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ST. LOUIS _ With the Rams in the midst of yet another rebuilding cycle, there's one last piece to that ... Read Story »
WASHINGTON (AP) - Public opinion about gay marriage has changed so rapidly that President Barack Obama's historic embrace of it ... Read Story »
Marlins first. Reyes walked. Do.Murphy grounded out, pitcher Harrell to first baseman Ca.Lee, Reyes to second. H.Ramirez safe at first ... Read Story »
In preparation for the May 29 primary election, Secretary of State Hope Andrade encouraged Victorians to make their mark on ... Read Story »
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A Ganado woman remained in critical condition Wednesday after a wreck half a mile north of Ganado. Read Story »
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AUSTIN (AP) - Republican and Democratic state senators agreed Wednesday that Texas must do more to help the mentally ill ... Read Story »
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Stacy Robinson was a standout receiver for North Dakota State. He shared a house with Dave Beeksma, Todd Murdock and ... Read Story »
Mike Stacy blasted the pins during Red River League play to take the high series weekly honors. Read Story »
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii is predicting faster economic growth this year and next, and the tourism industry continues to welcome ... Read Story »
The Eagles locked up three more of their draft picks, signing defensive end Vinny Curry, tackle Dennis Kelly and wide ... Read Story »
The Advocate wants to correct promptly any error in fact or clarify any misleading information we publish. To report any ... Read Story »
The rank of Eagle Scout was bestowed upon, from left, Eric Mansker, Cole Wozniak and Kyle Hardegree of Boy Scout ... Read Story »
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — An Illinois college-tuition investment program was beset by shoddy management, including possible conflicts of interest by ... Read Story »
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings were running sprints during one of their workouts a couple of weeks ... Read Story »
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Editor's Note: The League of Women Voters neither supports nor rejects either the proposed amendments to the City Charter. The ... Read Story »
Change is brewing in the Miami Dolphins' offense. Tony Sparano's conservative, methodical approach is gone, and a new up-tempo, West ... Read Story »
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa Legislature adjourns session noted for limited school changes, holding the line on budget. Read Story »
When he was younger, Cleveland Browns rookie fullback Brad Smelley might have wondered if he would ever be as successful ... Read Story »
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HARRIS, NELLIE RAE, 73, of Hallettsville: Visitation 4 p.m. at Kubena Funeral Home, 361-798-3271. Read Story »
DENISON, EVELYN G., 91, of Victoria, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Arrangements are pending with Rosewood Funeral Chapels, 361-573-4546. Read Story »
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BOSTON (AP) — A woman who settled a lawsuit against a Massachusetts school for disabled children that administers shock treatment ... Read Story »
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They found out their future together as a team, which was fitting. If the University of Houston-Victoria is to have ... Read Story »
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Since the famed ocean liner was swallowed by an icy black ocean 100 years ago, we've hardly stopped talking about ... Read Story »
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Watch recorded video of a debate between Republican candidates for Victoria County sheriff. They are on the May 29 primary ... Read Story »
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — Illinois State University's Board of Trustees is set to consider a 4.4 percent increase for new ... Read Story »
HARRISONBURG, Va. (AP) — Students at James Madison University will pay higher tuition and fees in the 2012-2013 academic year. Read Story »
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday. Read Story »
THIBODAUX, La. (AP) — Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, La., says a Mississippi-based oil and gas company has completed arrangements ... Read Story »
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Her 20s were slipping by, and Melissa Salazar said she had yet to do anything extraordinary. Read Story »
Patrick Medrano greeted the Siesta Restaurant staff with a smile as he walked to his table, placing his order before ... Read Story »
"I do not believe in gay marriage for the simple fact going back to Adam and Eve, not Adam and ... Read Story »
Sixty years have etched lines on her face that seem to levitate into a permanent smile. Read Story »
Edna's Devin Parks stood atop the medal stand after winning the Class 2A 100-meter dash at last year's UIL Track ... Read Story »
A Victoria man was transported to Citizens Medical Center with minor injures about 5 p.m. Wednesday after his Ford Mustang ... Read Story »
The incumbent in the Victoria County Precinct 3 Commissioner race is hoping for a third term in office. Read Story »
Editor's note: The Advocate is profiling candidates in the May 29 primary election. This profile features candidates for the Republican ... Read Story »
In the weeks after the shooting death of Jerry Paul James III, 37, of Victoria, his family continues to search ... Read Story »
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REFUGIO - I ventured down U.S. Highway 77 to enter Bobcat territory to try Pappy's Crab House. Read Story »
Television shows lately have been better than movies, and shows like "The Big Bang Theory" and "True Blood" prove it. Read Story »