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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 2020
Page
1
Goose Creek ISD has extended the Grab and Go Meals program through August 31. Meals are available Mondays to Thursdays from 10 a.m. at multiple elementary junior and high schools for free to anyone 18 or younger with a present child. Adults may buy breakfast for 2.50 or lunch for 2.85 on Thursdays.
Community calendars list Baytown events commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. Activities include lectures, exhibits, and guided tours highlighting women’s suffrage history. Local organizations partner with schools and libraries to educate residents about voting rights milestones.
A biblical passage speaks of the servant bearing pain and suffering for others. It presents themes of punishment, transgression, and healing through wounds, highlighting readiness to endure affliction for peace.
A 40 year old Baytown woman was fatally shot at about 1 45 a m Monday when four armed intruders burst into a home in the 1600 block of Alabama Street. Police said two teenagers faced the intruders and an altercation ensued waking the parents who joined the confrontation. The shooting occurred as the family encountered the intruders. See shooting page 10.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner directed the police department to issue warnings and citations for public mask rule violations. Violations carry up to a $250 fine. Previously cities like Baytown focused on education. police will now enforce the state order.
Baytown officials cancel Pirates Bay reopening citing current COVID-19 rates. Park staff offer limited activities such as lessons classes and rentals to keep visitors safe while health metrics improve. Other local parks like Buffalo Bayou and Typhoon Texas remain open under phase guidelines.
GCCISD officials outline a plan to begin the new year with three weeks of virtual instruction and a August 25 deadline to change a student’s model of instruction. The district will adjust its COVID-19 response with input from all parties as a Monday school board meeting discussed further details.
Archie Wright announces AR's Entertainment Hub to open at the 4500 block of Garth Road. The venue merges dining with games including two arcades, laser tag, bumper cars, bowling, a roller rink, a three level kids area, and private event spaces. Wright notes Baytown lacks such a venue and links inspiration to his Air Force service. Venue page 10.
The Baytown Chamber announces the 38th Annual Community Collision Baytown Business Expo will move to January 14. Executive VP Nikki Wheeler says current 50 percent capacity rules would force halved booths and limited visitors if held on the original October date. The chamber hopes most restrictions ease by January due to rising COVID-19 cases.
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