Executives voice worry over tariffs on consumer spending
U S retailers like Home Depot warn tariffs may depress spending and hurt the economy. Macy's cites price hikes from 25 percent import duties as it offsets costs on shoes and clothing. Despite fears, consumer spending has so far shielded the economy from global slowdowns, but trade tensions heighten anxiety.
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Teen arrested in Decker Drive robbery and multiple thefts
A 13 year old Houston resident and Gregory Martinez of Highlands were charged with aggravated robbery after a woman reported a gunpoint robbery on Decker Drive. Police recovered the vehicle and charged the two suspects. Other incidents included a dry fire during training and several burglaries and thefts across Baytown on Monday.
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Area races set for Beach City and surrounding cities
Incumbents run unopposed in Beach City for two-year city council terms. Beach City voters may approve a 1.5 percent sales tax increase to fund city needs. Old River-Winfree incumbents also face unopposed re elections. Baytown features one contested district race between Laura Alvarado and Mercedes Renteria, while Districts 2 and 3 remain unopposed. Voter registration closes Oct. 7 with early voting Oct. 21 to Nov. 1 across Harris County locations.
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Baytown Arts District expands with Town Square and theaters
In 2008 Baytown partnered with the Art League to redevelop Texas Avenue, housing the league in a city building. Lee College opened a Performing Arts Center in 2009, Baytown Little Theater relocated in 2015, and Umbrella Alley became a popular landmark. The district, now an Arts and Entertainment area, includes Town Square and new anchors like Brunson Theater’s tourism office.
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Foreign exchange slips against major currencies
The dollar weakened against the Japanese yen, euro and British pound. It also fell versus the Canadian dollar and Mexican peso as global markets moved on shifting risk sentiment and interest rate expectations.
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