Tiny Greek Orthodox church near WTC a casualty of 9/11
The 90 year old St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in the Financial District was the only church destroyed on 9/11. Its remnants were later recovered and displayed by the Archdiocese. Jim Golding, former Baytown Sun reporter, recalls a day of sudden lockdowns, black smoke, evacuations, and relentless sirens as New York City shut down transport hubs and bridges while Ground Zero memory lingered.
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Three Alarm Fire Destroys Robert E. Lee High Main Building
On April 29, 1987, a three alarm blaze damaged the main building of Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown, started on the second floor and forcing a split schedule with Sterling High School for the rest of the year. The fire, reported about 3:15 a.m. and contained by 7 a.m., left the first floor heavily damaged after collapse from the second floor. About 35 classrooms were destroyed though portraits of Gen. Robert E. Lee and Coach Dan Stallworth were saved, along with the trophy case and front facade.
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20th Year Reunion for Robert E. Lee High Class of 1987
The Robert E. Lee High School class of 1987 plans its 20th year reunion on Saturday June 23 from 7 30 p m to 12 30 a m at the Hilton Nassau Clear Lake 3000 NASA Road 1 Nassau Bay Special hotel rates apply Registrations and details at www reunionsof houston com Baytown RobertELeeHS 977 htmi
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Robert E. Lee Class of 1987 Faces Senior Year Start
The Robert E. Lee High School senior class of 1987 began on September 2, 1986, marking a long anticipated year that follows Hurricane Alicia’s impact on Baytown. The piece previews a rising journey to graduation as the 1986 football season opens with unspecified hopes.
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Doris Sanders profile and Baytown community focus
Doris Sanders, retired teacher now with Advanced Placement Strategies, Inc., trains teachers across Houston area school districts and works with students. Wife of Tom Sanders, mother of three daughters, grandmother of four, and trawler crew aboard Second Fantasy. She urges Baytown leaders to prioritize air quality and education and cites inspired by teachers, volunteers, and public servants.
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