Internet predators and parental responsibilities in cyber crime
An editorial argues the Internet is not the culprit in cases of online sexual predation. It urges parental vigilance, in‑home monitoring, filtering software, and government actions like Operation Predator to protect children. The piece stresses that responsible parenting and swift law enforcement together deter cyber crimes against youths.
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Operation Predator Publicized on ICE Site and Hotline
A notice directs readers to the Operation Predator page at www.ice.gov/graphics/predator/index.htm and provides a reporting hotline 1 866 347 2423 for suspicious activity. The advisory emphasizes public vigilance and law enforcement hotlines for child exploitation concerns.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Plans Weekly Meetings
The editorial board meets weekly at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays to discuss community issues. Visitors may request an appointment with Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302. board members include Wanda Garner Cash, Slim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
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Baytown Sun invites letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun welcomes letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public interest topics. Original signed submissions with address and phone, not for publication, are requested. limit one per month. Submissions may be edited and publication may be refused. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or avid 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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Finish mission and bring troops home
A reader, a Vietnam era veteran, urges continued support for troops in Iraq while criticizing media coverage and political rhetoric. He argues freedoms were earned, calls for proper equipment and protection for soldiers, and cites Abraham Lincoln and past leaders to emphasize duty and resolve. He references soldiers blogging from Iraq and ends with a link to the site.
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Warren Fitts
Baytown
Honor soldiers with commitment and tribute
The Sun Opinion page recounts Susan Cummings praise for a hastily staged candle light vigil for Cindy Sheehan. It frames the event as honoring families and service members while inviting readers to explore soldiers’ blogs and support networks on linked sites and organizations.
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Today in History highlights from August 28 events
On August 28, 1955 Emmett Till, a black teen from Chicago, was abducted in Money Mississippi and killed. Roy Bryant and J W Milam were acquitted then later confessed to beating and shooting Till. Notable past dates include Hudson discovering Delaware Bay in 1609 and MLK's I Have a Dream speech in 1963.
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Goose Creek school board urged to approve teacher pay raise
A reader thanks Steve Fischer for backing raises for teachers and urges unanimous board action. The letter argues rising health costs cut real pay, notes teachers’ dedication, and questions community commitment to education and teacher morale.
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Goose Creek
Why Highlands Jr locker ban sparks parent ire and questions
Parents question Highlands Junior School policy banning student lockers amid complaints of heavier backpacks. They cite travel between classes with books lunches clothes and projects, urge district to explain rationale and cost impact of dual textbook purchases.
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Traffic problem at Barbers Hill Primary School fixed
A letter to the editor praises Principal Mr. McManus and staff for quickly redirecting car rider pickup to a safer, Timely location at Barbers Hill Primary School. Parents express appreciation for efforts to improve school efficiency and safety inside and outside the classroom.
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