11.   But in recent months, city officials have faced increasing criticism for the conditions at schools after incidents involving deteriorating buildings and construction accidents.

12.   But it is the second consecutive year lottery officials have faced the payout problem caused by the fixed-odds, casino-style game.

13.   But now, state officials face new threats to the agriculture industry.

14.   But the mood is more stoic than optimistic as residents and officials face a monumental mess created by the flood waters.

15.   But, according to a new report, once the computers are in place officials often face a lack of dependable financing for other technology necessities.

16.   Dallas County officials face a dilemma as they discuss how to arrange capital murder trials for the six surviving Texas escapees, legal experts say.

17.   Dow Corning officials will face a far more sympathetic panel Tuesday than the one they met five years ago.

18.   Diocesan officials still face several lawsuits against priests accused of child molestation, sexual harassment and other moral lapses.

19.   FAA officials also faced questions about whether the agency was adequately staffed to certify foreign aircraft and whether it was keeping up with advancements in technology.

20.   Even before the Oklahoma City bombing raised the profile of groups hostile to the government, federal officials were facing rising anger and defiance across the West.