Texas Voter ID Law Among New Statutes With Jan 1 Start
The Texas voter ID law, set to take effect Sunday, may require voters to show a recognized photo ID. It lists DPS issued IDs and federal IDs as acceptable. The package also includes city or region specific provisions like outdoor lighting near McDonald Observatory and measures affecting tax bills by email with consent, metal recycler controls, and driver education for drivers under 25.
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Anahuac hydrant damaged. $500 reward offered
City officials probe a damaged and uprooted fire hydrant in the 900 block of Oak Street causing water pressure loss for about four hours. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. Monday. The city offers $500 for tips. Constable Don Langford says no calls yet. City administrator Lance Nauman notes the late hour. See damage page 7.
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Bans On Fireworks Across Baytown Area
Fireworks are prohibited in Anahuac Baytown Houston La Porte Mont Belvieu and Old River Winfree per city ordinances. Harris County allows some areas but restricts use within 600 feet of schools churches hospitals or child care centers. See page 7 for details.
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Baytown Man Publishes Book Alleging Construction Corruption
Baytown resident Ricardo Charles wrote Mexican Cliques in Construction to expose questioned practices in the industrial construction sector. The book, available on Amazon, argues for reform and a Spanish translation will be released soon. Charles, born in McAllen, worked across the border region and served in the U.S. Army with time in Berlin while improving his language skills.
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Is 2012 the next Y2K by Ben Tinsley
The 2012 phenomenon parallels Y2K with fears of catastrophic events at New Year’s, linked to the Maya Long Count calendar end date of a 5,125 year cycle. The piece notes caution in treating these claims as fact and references further detail on page 10.
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