Baytown Faces New Annexation Law Limiting City Growth
Starting today Texas cities cannot annex outside their borders without voter consent under a law signed by Governor Abbott in August. Baytown recently annexed 1,420 acres near Barkaloo Sjolander and I-10 to preempt the rule, arguing it hinders long term planning for utilities and land use. Critics say the measure constrains growth and shifts tax burdens, while officials defend the move as essential for city services and development protections.
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Crosby Cedar Bayou
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Pastors Offer Biblical Principles and Thoughts
Pastors share guidance from scripture on daily living and faith, offering reflections on moral choices, community service, and spiritual growth. The page includes brief essays and quotes highlighting resilience, kindness, and prayer in modern life.
Obituaries for Mixon Lawdon Gann and Mary Belle Gann
Obituary notices list Ricky Germaine Mixon William Keith Lawdon and Mary Belle Gann as remembered in a local page 3A tribute. The notices honor their lives with concise remembrances and dates, reflecting the community’s loss and respect.
Bible Verse Revelation 14 7 Fear God and give him glory
A loud verse proclaims the need to fear God and give him glory for the hour of judgment has come. It urges worship of the creator who made the heavens the earth the sea and the springs of water.
Shoes for Harvey victims FEMA cutoff passes
Harvey recovery efforts continue as FEMA ends individual assistance with a large fiscal impact. Texas officials worked to extend Transitional Sheltering Assistance to January 16, aiding Harvey survivors. Baytown operations resumed months after the storm, but full recovery remains years away.
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Gulf Coast
Gregg Abbott
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Baytown
Record of the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season ends
Destructive 2017 season closes with 17 named storms and 10 hurricanes. Harvey Irma and Maria devastated Texas Florida Puerto Rico and many islands killing at least 441 people and causing about 369 billion dollars in damage. Harvey made landfall August 25 flooding Houston area. Irma struck September 11 across Florida. Maria hit Puerto Rico September 20.
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Packed December for Parks art exhibition and gift galley
Baytown Art League schedules a December event at 110 West Texas Ave with a Christmas Gift Gallery selling handmade cards, ornaments, decor, pottery and more open daily to Dec. 23. Baytown Parks hosts List Annual Art Exhibition at the Baytown Community Center 6 to 9 p.m. with reception at 6 and awards at 7. Santa photos offered. entries span professional and student divisions from primary to junior high.
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