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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 2007
Page
1
The Baytown Sun previews top 10 local sports stories of 2007. No 4 highlights the Astros and the Gulf Coast Classic. If the Sterling boys win the Gulf Coast Classic, they will eye Thursday’s Liberty game as a key matchup.
In the Gulf Coast Classic, Sterling and the Lady Eagles edged their rivals in a nail biting overtime finish or buzzer beater. The tight start showcased high drama and close scoring as both teams aimed for early momentum.
Lee College offers eight week courses tailored to fit busy schedules. The program emphasizes flexible study options and accelerated learning paths to help nontraditional students complete certificates and gain skills efficiently.
Death notices for Ella Arrington Heidi Hoover and Willie Spell Mathews listed in local obituaries. Mostly cloudy weather expected with a high of 64 and a low of 45 across the region.
Lee College ranks sixth among 50 fastest-growing community colleges with 5,000 to 10,000 students in a Community College Week study based on fall 2005 to fall 2006 data. Enrollment rose to 5,361 from 4,743, a 618-student, 13 percent gain, placing it second in Texas. President Martha Ellis cites new programs and an aggressive marketing campaign as growth drivers and expects about a 10 percent increase this year.
Wes and Christy Kinder and their three young children fled their Christmas Eve blaze on Railroad Avenue leaving half the house ruined and charred. Christy woke to crackling and barking, saved the kids and pets, and Wes suspects an outdoor dog house space heater ignited the fire. Baytown Fire and Rescue arrived about ten minutes later and battled the flames.
In 2007 two Texans died leaving distinct legacies. Lady Bird Johnson shaped her husband’s career and championed conservation, her influence seen in Texas wildflowers along roadways. Hank Thompson, a tireless country singer, kept performing until physical limits halted him, leaving a Western swing and honky tonk footprint akin to Bob Wills. See Texans page 5A.
Firework sales surge as New Year nears with many stands opening Dec 21 and planning to close after midnight on Jan 1 2008. Steve Ward of Firework Warehouse on Archer Road notes about 9000 dollars in peak season. Artillery shells top demand, sparklers follow. Fireworks use is illegal within 1000 feet of city limits with fines up to 500 dollars.
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