Letters to the Editor support 2019 Goose Creek bond
Marisa Tong of Baytown urges readers to support the 2019 Goose Creek bond. She notes San Jacinto Elementary’s needs, cites upgrades for multiple schools, buses and technology, and urges informed voting despite concerns about costs. She highlights past ties to Robert E. Lee High School and local involvement.
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Rep Briscoe Cain probes Youth Voices essay in STAAR prep
Letter writer defends Cain after Sun reports on a Youth Voices essay used to prepare students for STAAR. He calls the issue indoctrination and urges district accountability while praising Cain’s response and linking it to GCCISD bond efforts. The letter criticizes Cy-Fair ISD and broad curriculum ideology concerns.
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Today in history highlights from 1917 to 1983
On this date events include the Senate voting 82 to 6 to declare war on Germany in 1917, U S forces liberating Ohrdruf camp in 1945, NATO forming in 1949, and the first space shuttle Challenger flight in 1983. Medgar Evers is cited for the thought.
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Free tuition bill sparks debate on Texas college costs
Steve Showalter of Lee College advocates caution on SB 33 offering two years of free tuition to Texans under 150000, arguing that past tuition hikes outpace inflation and undermine commitment. He compares Lee College costs with UH and urges strengthening Texas Grants to improve college completion.
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Learn from industrial fires and demand safer practices
Jon Powell argues for proactive risk reduction after ITC and EMCO incidents. He cites ExxonMobil Baytown and Arkema Crosby events, urges tougher site specific rules, better containment, and industry accountability to protect health, water and the local economy. He notes Galveston Bay cleanup ongoing and calls for public input.
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