After Harvey, Houston's poorest struggle to recover
In Houston's Kashmere Gardens and surrounding counties, poor residents grapple with debt, long rebuilding times, and inadequate aid. Shirley Paley, 61, displaced by flooding while caring for relatives, faces disability and eye surgeries as she waits for repair help. A Kaiser Episcopal Health Foundation survey shows 40 percent of Hispanics and 60 percent of African Americans lack needed assistance, highlighting long odds for the most vulnerable communities.
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Tell us your Harvey story from the flood year
Readers affected by the Harvey floods are invited to share first person accounts of survival and rebuilding. Include details of support received, thanks or prayers, and any photos. Email your Harvey story to sunnews baysun.com for possible publication.
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Freeman: Harvey left vast damage and little flood coverage reported
Rick Freeman says Harvey damaged up to 85 percent of city structures and only 15 to 20 percent of residents held flood insurance. He adds that many people are fending for themselves awaiting federal disaster relief.
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Weekend events bring music, golf, and sandcastle fun
Tejano tribute show at Selena Baytown 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday features Cristina Amaro at Taco Cabana 6311 Garth Rd. ONeals Bayland Island hosts Phenius Reb 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and Fidelity Maxx 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at 2651 TX-146. Hank Stoerner Memorial Golf Tournament 1 p.m. Saturday at Eagle Pointe supports Emma’s Hugs with a 6 6 6 format. East Beach Galveston 10 a.m. to 4 30 p.m. Saturday AIA Sandcastle Contest admissions via beach pass. Sylvan Baytown hosts free ACT or SAT at 9 15 a.m. Saturday with calculator and snack. results and college consult in two weeks.
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Reward family first in Baytown shooting death
Donnie recalls his father as a hardworking neighbor who enjoyed family dinners and morning waves. Police say tips have declined in a Baytown homicide. detectives urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Division, Crime Stoppers, or text Baytown with a code for anonymity and possible rewards up to 20000 dollars.
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Baytown Fire Dept earns ISO Class 1 rating in 2018
Longtime Baytown public works and fire department veteran Olive led utilities and fire suppression roles. The city celebrated ISO Class 1, signaling top national ranking for fire protection. Officials praised leadership, water supply, and ongoing citywide investment to maintain the standard.
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Voters Endorsement Ballot Information Page
A report notes a bond continuing from page one and cites about 1 million registered voters expected to cast ballots, lower than initial projections. It directs readers to Harris-Votes.com or to call 713-755-6965 for voting sites hours sample ballot and acceptable IDs.
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Katz Grooming Club Free School Supplies Event
Katz Grooming Club at 2121 W Baker Road offers free school supplies and snow cones. Appointments available and walk ins welcome. For more information call 281-839-7496.
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