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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 2006
Page
1
In a dramatic season finale at home the Houston Texans pushed to win but fell 20 to 17 in overtime. The game showcased close drives and crucial plays by both teams as the Texans narrowly missed a late upset.
A busy day of bowl games opens with the Cotton Bowl where Texas Tech meets Alabama in a game framed by offensive flair and a strong defensive challenge from the Tide.
President Bush enters his sixth year in office with a busy agenda aimed at promoting economic improvement, defending Iraq policy, and rebutting critics who say wartime tactics threaten civil liberties.
The Baytown Little Theater nears the last weekend of performances of The Complete Works of Shakespeare featuring cast members Jewell Stewart Fuller Clothilde Johnson Refugio Ruben Minjares Jr. and Harry R Ramage Sr.
Weather 10 reports sunny clear and beautiful conditions with a high near 77 and a low around 44 across the region. No precipitation expected and light breezes possible as skies stay bright throughout the day. Local temperatures trend warm in the afternoon with mild cool snaps overnight.
No ticket matched all five balls plus the bonus in Saturday Lotto Texas. Wednesday night’s estimated jackpot stands around 41 million dollars. TELEVISION
Local officials from Baytown and Chambers County share views on 2006, citing job growth and expansion. Former mayor Pete Alfaro weighs a mayoral run while stressing housing and volunteer efforts. Congressman Gene Green seeks funds and safer health care costs, with town halls planned. County leaders flag growth impacts on roads, waste, parks, and policing as Mont Belvieu and surrounding areas anticipate new subdivisions and zoning reviews. Transportation projects include FM 1409 expansion, a three‑lane Trinity River Bridge, and potential barge terminal plans to relieve truck traffic.
Sylvia Garcia District 2 Commissioner emphasizes continuing projects that improve residents' quality of life while living within means, stressing fiscal discipline aligned with community needs.
Goose Creek and Lee College plan for 2006 amid hurricane lessons from 2005. Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Sylvia Garcia cites compassionate response and ongoing community projects while Lee College President Dr. Martha Ellis notes the 70th anniversary, a lowered tax rate, new programs, accreditation reaffirmation due in February, and plans for a tennis facility and a new career center on I 10 in McNair. Goose Creek ISD reports enrollment shifts amid hurricane aftermath as district spokeswoman Kathy Clausen discusses changes.
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