Family of 13 to get new home on Extreme Makeover
A Kemah family of 13 displaced by Hurricane Ike will receive a new house thanks to Extreme Makeover Home Edition and hundreds of Galveston County volunteers. Larry and Melissa Beach fostered 85 children and advocate special needs adoptions while their 22 oldest child and nine adopted children await the transformation.
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Houston area braces for arctic blast with cold winds
Residents endure 25 mph winds and freezing temperatures as meteorologist says the cold is unusually harsh for this region. People prepare by layering up, covering plants and wrapping pipes while some enjoy the chilly weather. Sunday may bring a slight warmup to around 45 degrees.
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Persisting cold grips nation with possible ice and snow
A nationwide cold spell remains prolonged with strong winds and bitter temperatures expected through the weekend. The southern freeze has caused at least six deaths and threatens Florida citrus. The National Weather Service forecasts heaviest snow in Iowa, Missouri and Illinois with 4-6 inches, plus potential snow and ice from South Carolina to Louisiana and near zero wind chills at night.
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Florida Citrus Hit by Freezing Weather Across State
Tarpon Springs report notes oranges and strawberries freezing as cold snaps plunge temperatures into the 20s. Palm fronds hang with icicles and iguanas fall from trees while residents swap flip flops for earmuffs in unusually cold conditions.
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City opposes barge terminal amid zoning and permit concerns
The city produced dozens of pages of documentation and ordinances in opposition to a barge terminal project. DonCarlos urged the Corps of Engineers to re-evaluate the permit extension after noting environmental and public interest changes. Brumback said the city will continue opposing the terminal, citing regulatory hurdles and insufficient property interests. Sun reporter Jane Lee contributed.
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Cold snap readying in South area with safety tips
Workers brace for freezing weather as insulation shortages hit hardware stores. Homeowners should heat attics to prevent frozen pipes and use plywood insulation where needed. Cars should be serviced to avoid frozen fluids and batteries. Utilities warn of possible outages but plan to respond. space heaters require carbon monoxide detectors.
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