Gulf dangers rise as bacteria and sharks threaten Texas waters
June rains raise vibrio vulnificus cases in Texas gulf waters with 22 infections since January, many from fishermen and swimmers with open wounds. A Port O’Connor tournament participant had a leg amputated after delayed treatment. Two shark bite victims include 11 year old Aaron Perez in Freeport and Ericka Hailey near Galveston, prompting warnings to avoid injured swimmers and noting lessons from a Discovery Channel program.
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Bush shifts US troops from Europe and Asia in major redeployment
The Dallas Morning News reports President Bush announced a sweeping redeployment of up to 70,000 American soldiers from Western Europe and Asia. The plan shifts forces toward NATO states Bulgaria and Romania, aims for more agile deployments, and ends the era of a large fixed U.S. military footprint abroad. The move faces negotiations and will not instantly affect on-field troops.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board invites community discussion
The Baytown Sun editorial board meets weekly at 2 p.m. each Wednesday and invites the public to discuss community issues. To schedule a visit contact Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302. Members include Wanda Gamer Cash, David Bloom, Joseph Lohan, Dee Anne Navarre, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
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Baytown Sun accepts letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun invites readers to submit letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public interest topics. Submissions must be original, signed, include a non publication address and phone number, and may be edited or refused. Contact Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom with mailing or fax details or email sunnews@baytownsun.com.
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ACLU Leadership Faces Crisis Over Watch List Pact
Nat Hentoff reports on the ACLU's internal rift after Anthony Romero signed a January agreement not to hire people on terrorism watch lists to secure 500000 from the Combined Federal Campaign. The move drew protest, board divide, and questions about integrity and strategy within the civil liberties group.
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Highlands United Methodist Fish Fry Thanks Community
Highlands United Methodist Church thanks Highlands Crosby Baytown and surrounding communities for support of its 14th annual fish fry held last Saturday. Proceeds fund local and worldwide missions with ten percent to Highlands Food Bank. Remaining funds support missions in state country and globally.
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Diligence Called Into Question in Public Comment
A commenter questions legal diligence in a case, urges disinterested review, and suggests FBI scrutiny to ensure fairness. The note emphasizes emotion versus truth, acknowledges limited expertise, and seeks objective assessment of the proceedings.
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Help Wanted by Miracle Restoration Fellowship Mission Church
The Miracle Restoration Fellowship Mission Church at 1615 S Pruett St seeks donations to feed hungry children and the elderly in Baytown and surrounding areas. The non profit church aims to provide food and clothing to needy families and asks for support to continue helping the poor.
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Today in History August 24 highlights and events
On this date in history a series of major events are noted including the 79 AD Vesuvius eruption burying Pompeii and Herculaneum with 20000 deaths, 1949 NATO creation, 1932 Earhart non stop flight Los Angeles to Newark, 1989 Rose ban, 1981 Lennon murder sentencing, and other pivotal moments across centuries. The entry also recalls Hurricane Andrew's 1992 destruction and last year's crime-rate report.
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Baytown and Houston era headlines span mid-century notes
A Houston asbestos firm representative spoke to Goose Creek Rotary on the product history and wide use in new buildings in 1938. Baytown jail remodeling was approved by the city manager in 1950. The 1975 Baytown council planned bonds of 2 million, the 1990 chamberback referendum hit 38.5 million for Baytown schools, and a 2003 Lynchburg Ferry reopening followed nearly 1 million in repairs.
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