Texas GOP seeks primaries under new district map
Republicans cleared a hurdle to defend their Texas congressional map in federal court as the DOJ approved the GOP drawn map. The dispute centers on minority voting power and the March 9 primary, with Democrats arguing the plan dilutes minority influence.
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Shoppers Flock to Mall as Thanksgiving Countdown Begins
Eager shoppers fill San Jacinto Mall and area stores in Dayton as Heidi Openshaw and her daughters finalize purchases. She started holiday shopping three weeks ago to settle into a new house. The tree is up and volunteers say there are three days left to shop before Thanksgiving.
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Mall Holiday Hours and Last Minute Shoppers
Shoppers linger at the mall as Christmas rush hits. Nancy Garcia and her children rest on a bench while Jane Madden and Nelda Hutchison describe late mailing and finishing up gifts. Store hours span 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. with varying weekday closures. A $66 four piece pot set stands as a notable bargain amid the bustle.
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Poll shows Bush economy approval at high for year
A national AP Ipsos poll finds 35 percent of registered voters approve of Bush's handling of the economy with 43 percent disapproving. Strong approval sits at 23 percent and overall confidence in the economy has risen since spring, aided by growth and consumer sentiment.
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Some Enchanted Evening at Baytown Little Theater Gala
Baytown Little Theater offers a New Year’s Eve gala with the Rodgers and Hammerstein revue Some Enchanted Evening. The 135 seat show begins at 9 pm with champagne buffet and party favors, tickets $30 in advance. Additional performances follow in January with varied times and prices.
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Baytown Woman Earns National ADA Volunteer Award
Ernestine Bright of Baytown received a national American Diabetes Association volunteers award for 45 years of service. Her work began after her children were diagnosed in childhood, and she helped form the Baytown Council affiliate of the Houston Council. She served as Baytown Chapter co president with her late husband Luther Bright and remained active on the local ADA board with daughter Mary Anne Johnson.
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