Rates spark debate over dealer financing practices
Baytown says no word on law change as consumers push for disclosure in dealer financing. CARS president Rosemary Shahan warns such financing traps buyers, while Patricia Breckington favors non dealer options. A CFA report cites higher markups on minority buyers with blacks 53 percent vs whites 28 percent, and women allegedly targeted more.
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Baytown
David Cumby
Texas
Rosemary Shahan
CARS
Patricia Breckinton
Highlands
Consumer Federation of America
Cathy Derick
Easter sermon draws praise at Baytown service
Hayes delivered an Easter sermon in Baytown emphasizing Jesus over symbols like bunnies and eggs. He received a hug and standing ovation as Spanish translation aided by Lupe Garza of Casa del Alfarero was provided. Rev C W Stewart and Baytown residents shared how moved they were, with some attending a 8:30 a m service due to rain.
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Hayes
Houston
Lupe Garza
Casa del Alfarero
Hosea Lane
Harvest Time Deliverance
Baytown
C. W. Stewart
Memoral Baptist
Israel Sandoval Jr
Billie
Bob Wright
Aftermath of Baytown Storm Keeps Residents on Edge
A weekend storm caused widespread damage in Baytown with uprooted trees, ruined belongings, and a large power outage affecting about 8600 homes. Residents like Motton and the Kenneys evacuated, awaited power restoration, and faced long-term housing concerns while bets on more rain remained.
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Morton
Baytown
David Baker
CenterPoint
Channelview
Kidnapped American civilian held in Iraq triggers local vigil
In Macon Mississippi hundreds gathered outside the Noxubee County Courthouse for a vigil after word that Thomas Hamill, 43, a Kellogg Brown and Root contractor, was abducted during a fuel convoy in Iraq. His family urged safety as a Thai deadline passed without word, neighbors expressed support, and officials asked media restraint. Hamill, married to Kellie, had been in Iraq since September.
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Noxubee County
Rogelia Solis
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