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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 2009
Page
4
Clifton E. Cliff Clements named editor publisher with Luke Hales and Dave Mathews as managing editors. Isi ant and M. Bengtson named community members. Jim Finley and Dave Rogers noted in editor roles. Sports editor position held by Dave Rogers, former managing editor.
A Baytown reader complains that the paper underreports Lee College sports while giving prominent play to high school volleyball and football coverage. He notes past coaching experience and urges at least one Lee College article to reflect the college program.
A Baytown Sun reader criticizes the red light camera program, noting violations rose 600 to 700 percent after implementation and alleges the city relies on revenue. The letter questions engineering fixes, data scope, and profit motives, suggesting money drives policy.
A reader praises Representative Gene Green for requiring photo ID to attend district town hall meetings, interpreting it as support for verifying eligibility and reducing voter fraud. The note defends the policy as a prudent safeguard, urging Democratic backing.
Luke Hales of The Baytown Sun proposes a humorous Man Scouts of America with badges like PARKING, SHOPPING TOLERANCE, ENTREPRENEURSHIP and NAVIGATION. The piece satirizes male roles and outdated skills, inviting readers to join by email.
The Baytown Sun lists contact emails and phones for publisher editor and staff and explains letters up to 250 words and guest columns up to 500 words. Writers should include a signature, address, and phone, and notices may be edited or refused. Redelivery calls are urged if paper not received by 6 or 8 a.m. times.
Toni Lemon recalls her brother-in-law Clay a 23 year old life marked by grit and joy. He faced disability with strength, danced beyond limits, and inspired friends family and students including those in a Life Skills classroom. His memory teaches patience courage and inclusion. He rests now free, running among fields with family and sharing stories.
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