Democrats race across Iowa for caucus support in Des Moines
Iowa Democrats scramble for last minute gains amid smear claims and phone-banking controversy as candidates Kerry Edwards Dean Gephardt confront a volatile early campaign. Spokesmen deny improprieties while volunteers face criticism over calls and outreach.
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Bush Set to Frame Re election in State of the Union
Washington reports President Bush will use the State of the Union to present an upbeat agenda, citing a growing economy and rising markets while defending security gains. Democrats challenge the record on job creation and Iraq as US troop deaths rise to 500, with the address set between Iowa caucus results and the New Hampshire primary.
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CenterPoint odor spill prompts investigations across Houston area
CenterPoint reported a small spill of a strong smelling chemical near an oxidizing plant. Two emergency responders cleaned the site within 30 minutes. no employees were banned, but exhaust fans spread odor. The odor affected parts of Houston temporarily, with residents like Ella Fuller reporting symptoms. Officials traced calls to Baytown and Houston agencies as investigations continue.
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Goose Creek considers rezoning and property purchases
Goose Creek ISD discusses purchasing 4 acres at Garth Road and Seabird Street for future use and moving high school rezoning forward. The district plans to present potential committee members and finalize a plan to align junior school schedules, affecting math prep and possibly removing some industrial arts classes. Board meets Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in Baytown.
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Highlands
Interstate 10
Baytown
Hospitals expansion plans outlined for Harris County district
Harris County Commissioners Court approved a five year expansion plan for the Harris County Hospital District with a 545 million 2015 strategic cost. The plan envisions a 200 bed general hospital nine community clinics and three outpatient specialty clinics while existing facilities Ben Taub Lyndon B. Johnson and Quentin Mease plus Baytown and other centers continue operating. Potential site for the new hospital remains undecided though southeastern county locations are favored by officials.
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Baytown
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Baytown Sewe r Problems Strain City Growth and Plans
Baytown faces a growing sewer crisis as population surges from 69 taps in 1999 to 427 in 2002, with 394 in 2003. The system relies on aging clay and concrete pipes, two plants at capacity, and a planned new northeastern plant five to seven years away. City officials propose a growth-based sewer fee and a 2001 bond project covering repairs, while zoning and development decisions reflect the strain. Local officials warn replacement is ongoing and costly, with expansion limited by landlocked plants and funding.
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