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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 2009
Page
3
Weldon describes mentoring a younger brother figure through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Houston. He emphasizes personal growth, ethics, and the rewarding bond. Baytown branch invites male mentors and promotes Bowl for Kids’ Sake as an outreach event. Call (281) 424-8971 or visit bbbshouston.org for details.
District 3 Councilmember Brandon Capetillo argues Baytown gains from H G A C backing, citing Hurricane Ike recovery funds as an example where regional support shifted distribution away from Houston. He says Houston’s clout would grow if Harris County acted alone, reducing Baytown influence on federal funds.
A Texas House bill seeks to bar Brazoria County from regional planning while Harris County remains in the HGAC. supporters say counties are interlinked economically, and lawmakers Wayne Smith and Dennis Bonnen oppose breaking up the umbrella group. The bills are in Election committee and pending counties in the House, with Senate action not yet taken.
Dallas AP reports 13 fatalities in Texas boating accidents so far, one more than the year before, as Major Alfonso Campos of the Parks and Wildlife Department calls the season off to a grim start due to strong winds.
The Gulf Coast Friends of the NRA hosts a banquet at Campbell Hall in the Pasadena Convention Center with a live and silent auction, bucket raffles, and a Lucky 7 Gun Raffle featuring multiple firearms. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for ages 17 and under, with sponsor levels from $300 to $1,500 including banquet tickets and gun rewards. Proceeds support NRA Foundation grants for youth programs, hunter education, and wildlife conservation. local groups like ROTC units, Boy Scouts, and 4H clubs have benefited. For details contact Carl Chaffin at 936 258 3909 or jayme1303 aol com.
Police recovered a gold 1994 Ford Explorer stolen Friday and found it in fair condition in the 200 block of East Republic Street. Officers logged 23 offense reports from Friday to Saturday, including two auto thefts, one burglary, and 16 traffic incidents. Crime Stoppers offers cash tips at 281-427-TIPS and the Police Beat is posted on Baytown’s website.
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