Baytown Mixed Zoning Plan Aims Alcohol Sales Reform
Baytown considers a 94 acre zoning tweak along Market Street to allow alcohol sales at restaurants and convenience stores while avoiding a rise in bars. Council must approve, with Citywide vote if amendment proceeds. Editorial notes support cautious, long term planning and harmonizing West Baytown with Garth Road rules.
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West Baytown
Mercedes Renteria III
Market Street
Highway 146
Minnesota Street
West Main Street
Baytown
Garth Road
Brady Law changes threaten gun background check history
The proposal to destroy records within 24 hours would undercut background checks, hampering FBI gun trace efforts and raising concerns from groups like the Brady Campaign. Critics urge strengthening the Brady Law rather than weakening it as officials cite past illicit sales and unqualified buyers uncovered in 2002. The Brazosport Facts notes the spending bill inclusion after White House talks.
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United States
Associated Press
John Ashcroft
White House
Brady Campaign To
FBI
Justice Department
Americans For Gun Safety
Congress
Brazosport
Baytown Sun Editorial Board Seeks Community Input
The Baytown Sun invites letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public-interest topics. Submissions must be original, signed, with contact details, limited to one per month, and may be edited or refused. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or Davitt Broom at P O Box 90 Baytown 77522, by fax 281 427 1880, or sunnews baytownsun com.
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Wanda Garner Cash
David Bloom
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Dee Anne Navarre
Jim Finley
Sun
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the Sun
Davitt Broom
P.O
Baytown
Sunnews
Baytownsun.com
Christmas myths and truths blend in a faith lesson
Saundra Smith argues that myths and scientific understanding can coexist with Christian faith. She reflects on teaching earth science and catechism, noting the broader meaning of Jesus birth over precise details like the star and number of wise men, and celebrating the season with symbols and joy.
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Joseph
Mary
Bethlehem
Egypt
Thorns
Santa
Jesus the Christ
Saundra Smith Baytown
Dec 21 highlights from world history events
Summary of notable anniversaries on December 21 across centuries. From the Mayflower landing in 1620 to the Lockerbie bombing in 1988, with major events in science, politics, and conflicts. Includes Patton’s death in 1945 and de Gaulle’s 1958 election, plus recent political notes.
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Mass
Pierre and
Marie Curie
New York World
George S. Patton
Heidelberg
Germany
Eire
Irish Free State
Charles de Gaulle
Fifth Republic of France
U.N. Security Council
Kurt Waldheim
U Thant
Argo
Baytown Highlights From The Baytown Sun Files
From the Baytown Sun files historical notes include a 1950 Harris County Grand Jury hearing a fatal hit and run case involving two Baytown women. A 1975 Baytown Police arrest for questioning a rape case. A 1990 Lee High versus Clear Lake High brawl ends the game in the third quarter as fans join the fight. A 1993 Lee College regents approve a paid work experience program. One year ago Drew Tate named Texas player of the year by AP for a 10-2 Ganders season with 3916 passing yards 44 TDs 5 INTs and state single-season records for completions and attempts.
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Baytown Sun Files
Harris County
Baytown
Lee High School
Clear Lake High School
Lee College Regents
Robert E. Lee
Drew Tate
Texas
Associated Press
Ganders
Call to restore truck route signs after Spur 330 completion
Stephen Tunsbull urges officials to reinstall truck route signage to direct southbound trucks from Spur 330 and from Advanced Aromatics and Air Products on Baker Road toward Bayway Drive and Spur 330. He cites Houston Marine Services and Air Products as major offenders and proposes a Baker Road sign to steer traffic away from schools and churches.
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Baker Road
Bayway
Houston Marine Services
Air Products
Stephen Tunsbull
Baytown
Baytown Leader Discusses Rezoning for Market Street
Mercedes Renteria III, District 1 Baytown City Councilman since 2001 and 2004 mayoral candidate, outlines hoped-for Market Street rezoning to boost economic development through alcohol in restaurants or new ordinances. He cites examples nearby, supports a Mercado concept and a farmer's market, and stresses consistency, jobs, and tax revenue while noting community and business concerns. He remains objective after a Tuesday rezoning meeting, calling it a win-win for economic growth and district unity.
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Mercedes Renteria III
Baytown
Market Street
Outback
Hoffbran’s
Wings
Rooster’s
Tia Maria’s
Garth Road
Texas Avenue
Bayway Drive
Highway 146
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