Editorial Board Cufton E. Cliff Clements Editor Publisher van Kniey Retired
Cufton E Clements serves as editor and publisher while van Kniey retires. Doyle Barrow remains managing editor with Lee retired as reporter and Keith Magee as assistant managing editor. David Bloom and Jane Howard Lee are listed in editorial roles.
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Baytown approves smoking ban moving into effect
The Baytown City Council approved the public smoking ban on Nov. 7 by 57 percent, with the ordinance taking effect Friday. Violations will start with warnings, then citations for flagrant breaks during a month long education period. Editorial by The Baytown Sun’s David Bloom notes public health gains and warns against attempts to undermine the measure.
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Bread of letters fuels troops in distant wars across distances
Bert Marshall, Baytown resident and publisher, shares a veteran’s perspective on why replies to mailed packages and emails to overseas soldiers are rare. The piece contrasts modern wars with past conflicts, notes communication outages near combat zones, and urges readers to keep sending support without expecting prompt responses.
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Government Officials Contact Details From United States Federal Seats
A list of named officials includes President George W Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney with general contact lines, Senators Kay Bailey Hutchison and John Cornyn with district and fax numbers, Representatives Ted Poe Ron Paul Gene Green with district phone lines, and associated web addresses for each office. The data shows multiple numbers for some members and party or district affiliations.
Baytown Sun Contact Directory Details
Publisher Clifton E. Clements and Sandy Denson lead Baytown Sun with press and business roles. David Bloom manages newsroom operations and Keith Magee assists. Doyle Barlow oversees sports, Angie Pagel directs advertising, and Raymond Jackson runs production.
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Baytown Sun Contact Info and Offices
Baytown Sun address and mailing details listed with main newsroom retail and circulation phone lines. Includes P O Box 90 Baytown Texas 77527 main number 281 422 8302 newsroom 281 425 8016 retail 281 425 8036 classified 281 425 8008 circulation 281 425 8048 fax 281 427 1880 and email sunnews baytownsun com web site www baytownsun com.
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Paper delivery reminder and redelivery contact
Baytown Sun delivery notice states readers should receive the paper by 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and by 8 a.m. Sunday. If late, call (281) 425 8048 by 10 a.m. to arrange redelivery.
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The Baytown Sun Letters Policy Notice
The Sun invites signed letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words. Include a non publishing address and phone. Submissions may be edited or refused. Send to David Bloom The Baytown Sun PO Box 90 Baytown 77522 fax 281 427 1880 or email sun news baytownsun com. Views are those of the author and not necessarily of the newspaper or advertisers.
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Draft as punishment and draft reinstatement debated by writer
A letter argues for drafting nonviolent inmates as a cost saving and disciplinary measure. The writer, a veteran, cautions that lawmakers should move inmates off state costs into service, claiming boot camp could deter crime and instill purpose while criticizing politicians for not risking their own families.
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Clean air and a family dinner after smoking ban
A Baytown reader recalls dining at Chili's on the first day of a smoking ban. The writer notes a 20 to 30 minute wait, warmth inside, and families with sleeping babies enjoying a smoke-free space. They praise cleaner air and a positive staff response, while venting frustration at slow service.
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