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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 2011
Page
1
In a decisive second half, PA Memorial overturned a tight game to eliminate La Porte from the playoffs, ending their postseason bid. Memorial surged with key plays and defensive stops, securing the win and advancing to the next round.
Bhisd announces the promotion of Rabla to public information officer with new duties effective immediately. Page 2A coverage notes Rabla will handle media relations, communications strategy, and public notices for the district.
State Rep. Wayne Smith of Baytown filed on November 30 to run for a sixth term in the Texas House representing District 128. The district covers Baytown Deer Park La Porte Morgan's Point portions of Pasadena and Harris County areas as he remarks on nine years serving the constituents.
Brian Hawthorne formally announced his candidacy for Chambers County sheriff at his retirement party held at Royal Purple Raceway. The event drew about 240 attendees including state senators and Chambers officials who lauded his DPS service. Hawthorne urged teamwork and said he will continue to contribute to public safety.
At Barbers Hill High School students plus chaperone Nikki Hamilton gathered at the Barbers Hill Auxiliary Field for the event Homeless For A Night. They collected blankets and money to help the homeless, raising an estimated 700 dollars as part of a turnout that benefited participants and the community. Kaitlin Patterson and Paige Storm demonstrated shelter durability during the event.
Baytown celebrated with a Friday night Christmas parade along Texas Avenue to Market and past Bicentennial Park, featuring three Baytown high school bands and numerous community and business participants. The parade ran from 6:30 to about 9 p.m., with around 250 entries reported. Saturday’s Christmas on Texas Avenue drew large crowds, about 60 vendors, dog adoption booths, crafts, and community groups, amid higher attendance than previous years.
A community fundraising note invites readers to donate to the Goodfellows drive to help bring Christmas to needy families, urging action before the deadline and directing readers to Page 2A for details.
Baytown moves closer to opening Joe V's Smart Shop and Texas Roadhouse. The new grocery, at 3500 Garth Road in a former Kmart, promises the lowest prices with fresh produce, meats, bakery and daily groceries. Joe V's, part of HEB launched in 2010, will open in January with Baytown customers urged to expect high value.
ExxonMobil hosts a campaign celebration with management and United Way leaders as a large check marks the 2011 Baytown area drive. The Baytown team and United Way of Baytown Area announce $1,922,203 raised, surpassing 2010 records and setting a new benchmark.
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