Senior Center Dinner and Toy Drive Thank Sponsors
The Baytown Senior Center thanks Harris County Pct 2 Lee College Wyn dam Park Senior Apartments and other sponsors for a December event that raised over 200 toys for Blue Santa.180 area seniors attended the dinner and dance with Goose Creek Memorial Show Choir and the CEO Band providing entertainment.
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Southeast Harris County Community Coalition Reflects on 2014 Work
The BACODA coalition thanks local citizens and organizations for a strong 2014, noting key achievements. Vanessa Ayala led ten years before departing to Galveston County, Amber Burns now coordinates and P rekindled partnerships with Gentry Junior School, Baytown and other districts. Activities included National Prevention Week, a clinic drive that collected 1,270 pounds of medications, a Regional Forum on Underage Drinking, and support for SOS in Baytown city council testimony. Special thanks to Baytown, Deer Park, La Porte, Pasadena police departments, City of Baytown, Lee College, Goose Creek CISD, and other coalition members. The group looks to 2015 with continued efforts against alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
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Tax bills due soon in Harris County
Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector reminds property owners of two key deadlines. Property tax bills are due by January 31, with penalties accruing from February. To qualify for a 2014 income tax deduction, pay by December 31. Contact the office at 713-274-8000 or tax.office hetx.net for assistance.
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Donnelly’s waitress Carolyn a devoted Baytown Sun fan
Jane Howard Lee recalls Miss Carolyn a longtime Donnelly’s waitress who became a standout fan of her columns. Carolyn greets Lee with warm hugs and stellar service, making each visit feel personal and special at the Donnelly family restaurant, Baytown’s oldest and a local gathering spot.
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113th Congress Ends With Fights More Than Seats
The 113th Congress closes after two years of partisan clashes and limited lawmaking. About 200 bills became law, the fewest since 1947–48. Immigration, gun background checks, and Keystone XL saw major efforts fail amid House Senate gridlock.
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Today in History December 18 2014 recap
On December 18 the calendar marks key events: New Jersey ratified the U S Constitution in 1787 as the third state to do so, Bismarck’s 1863 parliamentary remark, the 13th Amendment taking effect in 1865, Tchaikovsky premiering The Nutcracker in 1892, Hitler’s 1940 plans for the Soviet invasion, Britain’s death penalty ban becoming permanent in 1969, and Kim Young-sam elected South Korea’s first civilian president in 1992. Thought for Today quotes Henry James.
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Kim Young-sam
South Korea
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