Memories of Baytown Sun Lunches Across Town
Baytown Sun memories recount daily lunch escapes from Pearce and Ashbel to Memorial Drive. Favorite stops include El Toro Decker Drive, Tower Restaurant led by mayor Emmett O Hutto, Someburger and Murray s on the street, Longhorn Café, Colonial Sandwich Shop, and others. The piece cherishes food fellowship and local eateries.
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Historic July 9 highlights from Thurmond to Katrina
Today marks day 242 of 2012 and the 71st of summer. In 1957 Strom Thurmond ended a 24 hour filibuster over the Civil Rights Act of 1957. In 1991 the Soviet parliament suspended all Communist Party activities. In 2005 Hurricane Katrina, a Category 3 storm, made landfall.
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Today in History and Birthdays Near New Orleans
Today marks notable birthdays from John Locke to Lea Michele, listing figures across philosophy acting and politics. In sports, Lou Brock’s 1977 steal tied and then broke Ty Cobb’s 892 career stolen bases record. The long civil rights filibuster by Strom Thurmond in 1957 remains the record at 24 hours 18 minutes.
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Goose Creek approves 296 iPads for IMPACT High School
The Goose Creek CISD trustees vote to buy 296 iPads for IMPACT Early College High School despite opposition from three members led by Trustee Jimmy Smith who called devices a luxury. The majority argued technology is tomorrow's tool and will aid student learning and future employability.
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Letter to Editor Proposes Naming Sonia Barretts Column
Ernestine Dangerfield from Baytown writes to praise Sonia Barretts column for its refreshing no nonsense life approach and suggests the title Food for Thought to reflect its content and value.
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Katrina Seventh Anniversary Echoes as Isaac Looms Over New Orleans
Chris Buckner recalls Katrina devastation and recovery in New Orleans and nearby parishes while Isaac threatens the region. He notes levee rebuilding by the US Army Corps of Engineers, FEMA funds, and his personal experiences in Baton Rouge and city hall amid martial law. Buckner, a Baytown native and disaster planner, cites ongoing prep and hopes for East Bank residents.
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Sun accepts letters and guest columns from readers
The Baytown Sun invites letters up to 250 words and guest columns up to 500 words. Submissions must be original and sent to the newspaper staff via listed contact details or submission methods.
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