Allowance 101: How to make your kids money savvy
New York AP describes a growing trend of structured allowances teaching children money skills. Chloe McLaughlin divides an $8 weekly allowance into savings, charity, and spending, while experts advise clear jars, age appropriate amounts, and non tied chores. Parents are urged to adapt amounts, set goals, and consider tools like Money Savvy Pig or savings accounts to build discipline.
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Creative jelly bean desserts and kitchen tips
Kellie in Arkansas asks for jelly bean ideas. The reply suggests topping cakes and cookies, melting chocolate for chocolate covered beans, and a jelly bean biscotti recipe plus noodle nests using chow mein noodles and marshmallows. Also includes safe use of rusty Pfaltzgraff kettles and antique yard broom search tips.
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Local Tech Expert Aaron Barbee Promotes IT Services
Aaron Barbee, owner of Texas Computer Guru, offers on site computer services for business and residential clients. Contact 281-628-5099. Email sunnews@baytownsun.com with questions.
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Baytown Refinery celebrates nine decades in Baytown
More than 1,000 workers and families boosted Baytown’s growth as a refinery community named for its bays. The Baytown name persisted through Humble, Enco, Exxon, and ExxonMobil, solidifying the town’s identity until consolidation with Pelly and Goose Creek in the late 1940s.
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Couple Jane and Bob Griffin celebrate 50th anniversary
Jane and Bob Griffin of Beach City marked their 50th wedding anniversary on March 28. They were married in Baytown and have spent most of their lives in the Baytown area.
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Around Town notices and requests for submissions
Community brief invites readers to submit local items for the Around Town column via email or phone. It encourages sharing events, achievements, and notices from Baytown area residents and organizations for publication.
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