Budget battles push Texas lawmakers on taxes pensions and schools
A guest view surveys the Texas Legislature as it debates budget priorities including tax cuts versus funding pensions and debt payoff, while Governor Abbott pushes redirecting funds from the Emerging Technology Fund to higher education research and the Texas Enterprise Fund, amid calls for property tax relief and school funding reform. The piece notes past reliance on local property taxes and critiques on oversight and transparency of state programs. Local reaction centers on unfunded mandates and court-ordered school funding equity.
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Top Baytown Sun stories week of Feb 3 9
Baytown Sun highlights top ten reads from Feb 3 9 headlined by Mont Belvieu family rally after fatality and dog reunited with its owner. Other items include Beach City coyote issues police theft charges and bus facility debate. Mark Fleming compiled the list.
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Historic Rundell Hall renovation at Lee College renewed
Wanda Orton recalls Lee College days in the 1950s including Rundell Hall's role as the main building with drama music library and gym. The Baytown Sun piece celebrates the renovated historic Rundell Hall and its enduring place in campus life.
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Notable Black Pioneers Highlight Civil Rights Legacy
The piece honors Bessie Coleman Ralph Bunche Herman Sweatt Hattie Mae White Barbara Jordan and Charlene Hunter James, detailing their groundbreaking achievements and the ongoing importance of Black History Month as the author reflects on family involvement in the movement and AARP’s celebration.
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Fort Donelson Battle Opens in 1862 Civil War
On February 14 1862 the Civil War battle at Fort Donelson began in Tennessee Union forces under Brig General Ulysses S Grant later captured the fort five days afterward, shaping the campaign.
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End of 1937 GM sit down strike garners UAW recognition
In 1937 a six week sit down strike at General Motors ended as the company agreed to recognize the United Automobile Workers Union. The note recalls Whitney Houston's 2012 death in Beverly Hills at age 48 and a Thought for Today quote by Augusta Jane Evans.
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