Baytown Sun Cheers and Jeers honors local wins and woes
The Baytown Sun editorial board salutes the Baytown Police for arresting a 15 year old in the Bunnith In doughnut shop killing. It praises Goose Creek Crosby and Barbers Hill districts for back to school, commends City Clerk Gary Smith on retirement, honors Robert E. Lee Lady Ganders volleyball, and criticizes Texas lawmakers for failing to fix school funding in the second special session. Readers are invited to submit cheers and jeers.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Meets Weekly at 2 P M
The Baytown Sun editors hold weekly meetings at 2 p m on Wednesdays to discuss community issues. Readers may request appointments with Managing Editor David Bloom at 281 422 8302 to share concerns. Board members include Wanda Garner Cash, David Bloom, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
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Baytown Sun seeks signed letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun invites letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on any public interest item. Submissions must be original, signed, include a non publishable address and phone, and be limited to one per month. Submissions are subject to editing. the paper may refuse publication. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom at The Baytown Sun, P O Box 90, Baytown 77522, or fax 281 427 1880, or email sunnews baytownsun com.
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Weighing in on presidential fitness and Bush persona
Arkansas Democrat Gazette columnist Gene Lyons surveys President Bush's fitness routine and public image. He notes a rigorous regimen including treadmill work and weights, critiques Jonathan Chait's view of obsession with exercise, and argues a fitter Bush could be sharper and more relaxed. Lyons reflects on media commentary and political theater surrounding Bush's health.
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Highlights in History for August 22 in OVALE Today
On August 22 notable events are listed including 1775 George III declaring rebellion in the American colonies, 1485 Richard III killed at Bosworth Field ending the Wars of the Roses, 1787 Fitch steamboat demo, 1851 America wins America’s Cup, 1902 Roosevelt first U.S. president to ride in an automobile, 1911 Mona Lisa stolen from the Louvre, 1956 Eisenhower Nixon Republican nomination, 1985 Manchester Airport fire, 1989 Huey P. Newton killed, 200? Reynolds convicted, 2005 PCH settlement, and 201? thefts at the Oslo Munch museum.
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Telecom legislation faces passage amid pro/anti regulation debate
In a sharp clash over telecom policy Texas lawmakers passed a bill modernizing franchising rules to curb outdated regulations and bolster competition. Critics say cable firms leverage lobbying to block new service while supporters insist reform will benefit consumers and set a national example. John Berthoud of the National Taxpayers Union comments from Washington D.C.
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Baytown Sun Seeks Reader Opinions On Forum
The Sun invites readers to Baytown Talk for feedback and opinions using the Baytown Sun website. Join discussions, submit thoughts, and view reader commentary on local issues and events.
Historical Baytown incidents and budgets across years
In 1938 the Stanavo aviation gas unit at Baytown Refinery collapsed after a fire, with $50,000 damage and no injuries. In 2002 Baytown Animal Shelter volunteer participation ended after a 3-1 vote, canceling a four month agreement with Baytown Animals' Concerned Citizen Responders. In 2003 Lee College approved a $33.8 million FY2004 budget, down $1.2 million from FY2003.
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