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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 2008
Page
4
Clifton E. Clements announces retirement as Editor Publisher after decades guiding the paper. Jay Eshbach steps down as Managing Editor. Community members acknowledge their contributions to local journalism and civic life.
The Baytown Sun warns that July 2008's trio of storms Dolly Bertha and Cristobal signals an unusually active season. Dolly struck South Texas with 100 mph winds and heavy rain, while over 10,000 residents faced power outages and 600 people sought shelter. Officials urge preparedness, evacuation planning, and self responsibility amid ongoing relief efforts.
Baytown resident Ray Wilson recounts a weekend trip to Dayton using standby passes. The narrative covers overbooked flights, rerouted itineraries via Cleveland and Newark, weather delays caused by Hurricane Dolly, and a return route through Columbus after choosing hotel and car rental options. It notes standby’s appeal amid rising fares while stressing the need for flexible schedules.
A compact roster of federal and state officials with names including George W Bush Dick Cheney Kay Bailey Hutchison John Cornyn Ted Poe Ron Paul and Gene Green, plus phone and fax numbers and basic web links to office pages and contact forms. The list appears as a quick reference for constituent outreach and official channels.
The Baytown Sun provides contact details for Clifton Clements publisher Sandy Denson business manager Joshua Hart circulation manager and Gordon Gallatin advertising director. The newsroom lists David Bloom managing editor. The notice invites letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words and mentions including a photo with columns.
Readers are invited to send signed letters and guest columns to The Baytown Sun with full name address and phone number for publication consideration. The paper reserves editing rights and may refuse any submission. Details include delivery times and a redelivery contact if the paper is late.
A Baytown reader laments the suspension of the Sterling Municipal Library Bookmobile. From VW van beginnings to permanent routes, volunteers say the service reached housing complexes, apartments, assisted living units, and ESL classes, aiding literacy and access for children and seniors alike. The letter urges continuation amid growth and demands clarity on the decision.
A resident argues for leash rules, noting Baytown already has leash laws for dogs while requesting stricter controls for cats. They cite neighborliness, pet safety, and wildlife protection, urging cat owners to keep cats indoors to prevent damage to property and local birds.
A reader recounts efforts to remove a liability car from coverage and discovers a $1 monthly rise for losing a multiple car discount. A new agent then offers a 30 percent reduction after learning the wife has a master's degree, prompting suspicions of opportunistic pricing. The writer calls for radical changes in the insurance system.
On Saturday July 26 a resident reported an abnormal sewer gas smell when running water and near front water spouts. The caller described an unprofessional operator at the city hotline and noted the matter was continued to PAGE 6A with letters.
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