EPA chief and Pruitt weigh fate of San Jacinto pits
Activists say Pruitt’s time as acting EPA chief may end, but trust the Superfund pipeline to fully remove contaminants at the San Jacinto River Waste Pits. Jacquelyn Young cites science laws and public support for pit removal despite admin changes and Harvey’s influence. SEE PITS PAGE 3.
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Trump backs Pruitt as EPA chief faces doubts
President Trump on Air Force One expressed confidence in Scott Pruitt amid lingering questions about his future as EPA administrator. White House aides signaled doubt about the embattled cabinet official while the president gave a supportive public gesture.
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Proportion 1 Includes Rebuild of Elementary
Sunnews Community reports on Proportion 1 funding for a new elementary project. Details outline the scope, location, and projected timeline. The article notes community input sessions and anticipated impact on student facilities and local schools.
Pastors Offer Biblical Principles and Thoughts
A Page 8 feature gathers pastors from local congregations to share biblical principles guiding daily life. The pieces reflect on faith, community service, prayer practices, and the role of scripture in contemporary issues.
Obituaries Samuel P Neptune Elizabeth Langford Opal Mitchamore
Samuel P Neptune, longtime resident of the town, died at home after a brief illness. Elizabeth Langford, a community volunteer and former teacher, passed away peacefully. Opal Mitchamore, born in 1921, was a beloved librarian and civic leader. Funeral details pending with the Riverside Cemetery Chapel.
Weather summary for Page 2 High 80 Low 67
A page 2 weather note reports highs near 80 and overnight low around 67 with mostly cloudy skies. No additional regional details or forecasts are provided in the readable text.
Verse of Love and Sacrifice 2 Corinthians 5:14 15
The passage asserts Christ died for all so that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died and was raised again. It emphasizes compelling love guiding believers toward selfless living.
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Baytown Sun Social Media Prompt
The Baytown Sun promotes following its Facebook page and Twitter account with brief instructions to connect on social media.
Cowboy fan from Baytown to join ESPN series We The Fans
Baytown resident Kevin Martinez who survived Harvey will be featured on ESPN original series We The Fans. The first show of season two airs at 8 p m Thursday and follows 12 Cowboys fans including Martinez as they recount the team's last season highs and lows.
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Bay Area Relay for Life Ignites Royal Purple Raceway
The 21st Bay Area Relay for Life kicks off at 6 p.m. at Baytown’s Royal Purple Raceway with 64 teams and $291000 raised toward a $350000 goal. Laura Alvardo greets participants as survivors lap at 6 20 p.m. luminaria at 9 p.m.. closing ceremonies around 11 30 p.m. award top fundraisers.
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Annual Anahuac rodeo and cook-off kicks off weekend fun
The second annual Lone Star Guardians Cook-Off and Rodeo runs this weekend at White's Park Rodeo Arena. Gates open at 5 pm with an adult $10 and child $5 admission, followed by a 6 pm pro rodeo by Lester Meier Rodeo Company featuring bull riding and calf roping among other events. A Happy World Carnival, music by Justin Taylor Band, a cook-off judging slate, live auction, and charity support for neglected and abused children are planned, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits.
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