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Gas prices soar with start of 2008
By SHANNON CRABTREE scrabtree@leader-news.com
      A recent spike in gas prices may be putting that New Year's resolution about saving money to the test. Nationwide, gas prices rose almost 7 cents in the first week of the new year while in Texas prices were up 6 to 10 cents. Regular self-serve was averaging $2.97 per gallon at pumps in 10 Texas ...
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Chamber looking for 'Achiever of the Year'
By SHANNON CRABTREE scrabtree@leader-news.com
      Only two nominations for the 2007 Achiever of the Year have come into the El Campo Chamber of Commerce office so far - and the deadline is fast approaching. Tuesday, Jan. 15, will be the last day to make a nomination. "It can be an individual, group or organization - any age," Chamber Presiden...
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GCMC changes food program
      Gulf Coast Medical Center's dining service program has joined the Morrison Healthcare Food Services team. This is not a cost-savings measure for Gulf Coast Medical Center, but rather a quality improvement decision allowing food and nutrition associates to benefit through additional resources and ...
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IMUD board agenda short
      This month's Isaacson Municipal Utility District board meeting should move along quickly, with no new or old business on tomorrow's agenda. IMUD directors' only items for discussion are the routine approval of minutes, the financial report and bills.
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2007 YEAR IN REVIEW
CDC focuses on keeping local industry, saving jobs in city
By BRENDA SOMMER bsommer@leader-news.com
      The City Development Corp. of El Campo had a busy 2007, finding itself involved in lawsuits, moving to a new headquarters and helping two companies create or save jobs.
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Buying a home in a buyer's market
      (ARA) - Thinking about buying a new home? You are not alone as many Americans are now making the move towards buying first homes, buying larger homes, or even buying second or vacation homes. There is a large inventory available in many markets, opening up great opportunities for buyers.
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