Jury convicts Baytown killer in triple shooting case
Harris County jury finds Joseph Dwayne Gibbs guilty of capital murder for a 2010 three‑person shooting spree that killed 21‑year‑old Ashley Broussard of Baytown and wounded others. He is sentenced to life without parole after a roughly 90‑minute deliberation. Families express relief and closure.
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H.S. softball play wraps up at GCCISD Tournament
The GCCISD softball tournament concludes with final results from multiple teams. Teams competed across plate actions and field duties, highlighting standout pitchers and batters. Top performers earned awards as the event wrapped on Page 5A.
Fiesta on the Hill gala hosted by W. Chambers Co Pilot Club
The W Chambers Co Pilot Club will host its annual Fiesta on the Hill gala on April 8. The event, described as a lifestyle highlight, will take place on Page 1B of the publication with further details to follow.
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W. Chambers Co. Pilot Club
Obituaries for Riley Gilbert Lemelle Bass Dacy Johnson Jr
Obituary notices list James Walter Riley Gilbert Lemelle Rose Ann Bass Dacy Johnny D. Johnson Jr. with brief memorial announcements. Page 3A indicates placement in the publication.
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James Walter Riley
Gilbert Lemelle
Rose Ann
Dacy
Bible Verse Lying lips abomination, faithful hearts beloved
The verse warns that lying lips are an abomination to the Lord while faithful conduct pleases Him. It contrasts deceit with faithfulness, highlighting integrity as a valued virtue in religious teaching.
CONNECT Baytown Sun Social Media Prompt
The Baytown Sun prompts readers to follow its Facebook page and Twitter profile for updates. This brief social media note invites engagement and online connectivity with the publication.
Texas House District 128 first term aims for free speech rights
State Rep Briscoe Cain of Texas House District 128, in office a bit over a month, plans campus free speech legislation to protect traditional public forums. He has filed HB 1344 to shield police enforcing immigration laws in sanctuary cities and is pursuing bills on sanctuary cities and tax credits for corporations aiding children.
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Berkley
UCLA
Briscoe Cain
Baytown Strategy Highlights Community Pride Initiative
The City of Baytown formed a Strategic Planning Advisory Committee to set five year priorities. The top directive, based on input from residents and non-residents, centers on community reputation and image. The aim is a place residents are proud to tell others where they’re from.
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Baytown
Baytown’s Oil Roots Shape Its Modern Image
Nature offers waterfront opportunities while Baytown’s identity lies in its underground geology. From Goose Creek oilfield discovery to early 21st century fracking driven petrochem growth, jobs rose yet living preferences shifted toward suburbs or urban districts. The piece explores challenges and solutions facing Baytown.
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Houston Area
Baytown
Goose Creek
Colleges prepare for campus carry law later this year
Lee College updates the board on a state campus carry law allowing licensed individuals to carry loaded firearms on two year and junior college campuses starting August. President Dennis Brown directs study of other institutions like UT while planning a town hall for March and considering an early college high school representative.
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Steve Evans
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University of Texas
Dennis Brown
Impact Early College High School
Brown
Goose Creek Cisd
Randal O’brien
Early College High School
Terry Davis Memorial Award Presented in Highlands
Denise Smith accepted the 2016 Terry Davis Memorial Award on behalf of Judge Mike Parrott for lifetime service to the Highlands community. Chamber President Jim Wadzinski appeared at the presentation, with the scene captured from the left.
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Denise Smith
Terry Davis
Highlands
Chamber
Jim Wadzinski
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