West Side Projects Move Forward in Chambers County
Chambers County Commissioners initiated a plan to issue about 49 million in combination tax and revenue certificates for west side mobility upgrades and park amenities. Roadwork includes Kilgore Parkway widening and extensions, Old Needlepoint Road overlay, and drainage improvements. Parks plans relocate the Road and Bridge Yard, sell McLeod Park valued at 9.5 million, build a Community Building Complex, and fund Fort Anahuac Park improvements including a new library and athletic facilities. Brookstone Construction Managers and General Contractors was awarded the West Side Complex bid.
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Neighbors rally after home fire leaves business ruined
Angela Saunders faced homelessness and the loss of her cleaning business when an A C unit fire rekindled after firefighters left. Neighbors and a faith based Facebook group organized support, helping Saunders recover and cope with the tragedy including family mementos tied to her late son.
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Janice Liles Obituary Mention in The Baytown Sun
Brief obituary note lists Janice Gaynell Liles with Page 3 reference and a prompt to follow The Baytown Sun on Twitter, indicating a media tribute line rather than a full obituary.
Texas First monument honors Anahuac’s role in Texas Revolution
The Chambers County Historial Commission unveiled the First Stand monument at Fort Anahuac to honor those who died in the events leading to the 1836 Battle of San Jacinto. Patrick Churchill Jack and William Barrett Travis are hailed for their local ties and heroism as speakers stressed Texas history and sacrifice.
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Texas launches $1.5 million ad push to boost COVID vaccines
State health officials announce a 1.5 million dollar radio and TV ad campaign targeting Texans least likely to vaccinate. They will hold 22 parking lot pop-up events in Walmart lots through mid May with a 16-foot video wall to present vaccine facts in Austin Houston and Beaumont this weekend.
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Central Baptist marks centennial from tent revival
The Central Baptist Church at 1800 King Street celebrated 100 years since opening as First Baptist Church of the Pelly. The quiet anniversary service honored a century of doors open with youth minister Kent Reep reflecting on changes and grace.
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