Question for candidates in upcoming election
Orlin Bergh of Baytown asks candidates what specific accomplishments they plan to achieve for the community if elected and, for incumbents, what they have already accomplished during their tenure. He notes good intentions do not guarantee results and challenges all hopefuls.
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Protesting Property Tax Tips From Steve Liles
A reader urges residents to contest rising property taxes via the Harris County Appraisal form eFile process before May 31. Guidance includes using last year and prior values, noting devaluing box items like slabs and cracks, and seeking an agreed settlement. links to the signup page are provided.
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Calls for Trump to release tax returns spark public debate
Frank Butcher from Lynchburg argues tax return transparency matters as polls show strong public demand. He cites promises about audits, potential conflicts of interest, and fairness in evaluating a president’s finances and tax practices.
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Rivon for Lee College regent in Baytown election
Angel Curry endorses Gina Rivon for Lee College Board of Regents citing leadership, stewardship, passion and integrity. The voter urges community support at the polls, praising Rivon as a mentor and advocate for education in Baytown.
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The Road to Character and Parental Influence
A compact reflection on defining success through character over materialism. It cites Brooks on character development, MADD’s talk-to-your-kids event, and studies showing parental influence cuts teen drinking risk. JoAn Martin, a retired teacher and novelist, offers contact points.
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Texas poll hints Dems may threaten Cruz in Senate race
A Tex as Lyceum poll taken April 3 9 shows Democratic congressmen Beto O Rourke El Paso and Joaquin Castro San Antonio in a near tie with Ted Cruz in the U S Senate race. O Rourke ties Cruz at 30 30 while Castro leads Cruz 35 31 with 37 undecided.
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Sun invites letters and guest columns for Baytown edition
The Baytown Sun accepts original, signed letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words. Include an address and phone number not for publication. Submissions may be edited or declined. Send to The Baytown Sun, P O Box 90, Baytown TX 77522 or via fax or email.
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