31.  Already, state officials are seeking to apply a similar plan to more than a dozen colonias owned by a group of real estate developers in Starr County.

32.  Although state officials here say they will declare a winner by Friday, it is by no means certain that all disputes will be resolved by then.

33.  Although the state has been agressively testing birds and mosquitoes, no other sign of the disease has surfaced, state officials said Monday.

34.  Although Golding sometimes has differences with department objectives, state officials have recognized him as a man with a tremendous dedication to bass fishing and bass anglers.

35.  Although many city and state officials and clergy members were present, no speeches or prayers were offered.

36.  Although the allegations about Bush and the legislators are central to the lawsuit filed by Eliza May, the state officials are not named as defendants.

37.  Although maker Philip Morris is phasing out the slogan after complaints that smoking damages vocal chords, state officials say such ads help fuel smoking among young minority women.

38.  Although the new law requires substantially greater oversight and regular inspections, child advocates and state officials say the new standards are only a first step.

39.  Although no one is suggesting the Weld aides have violated state ethics laws, all enjoy a close relationship with Weld and other state officials.

40.  Although state officials are convinced meat in a school lunch caused the outbreak, the source was never conclusively determined, and the supplier denies any fault.