Republicans Push to Advance $373 Billion Spending Bill
GOP lawmakers in Washington seek to push a $373 billion spending bill through the Senate this week while Democrats criticize the party on food labeling overtime pay and other issues. Capitol Hill coverage details the clash and related developments.
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Council weighs new sales tax option for May ballot
Baytown officials discuss placing a 1 percent sales tax on the May ballot to replace the expiring half cent Crime Control and Prevention District tax. City Clerk Gary Smith notes the item invites discussion on which option and increment to use, with action depending on preparedness and oversight.
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Minyard takes Rangers helm to turn program around
Sterling hires Herb Minyard as head coach after Danny Long departs to Tyler ISD. Minyard vows discipline and hard work to restore Rangers to winning form, stressing extra work and accountability while addressing players and grades during the first day of practice. Long calls the hire fantastic, praising district leadership.
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Goose Creek forms new committee on high school zoning
Baytown Goose Creek district created an ad hoc committee to study options for the two crowded high schools. The panel includes board members central office and campus admins and four teachers, with Superintendent Barbara Sultis directing the inquiry and assistant superintendent fees coordinating.
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Changes imminent for Baytown junior schools
Goose Creek ISD eyes major changes for five junior schools after a year and a half of study. A committee presented a plan this week to board members detailing varied schedules elective offerings and instructional approaches across the campuses.
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City council eyes charter review options for May ballot
Bay Town council to study two charter review paths via a seven member citizens committee. One option would push changes for May ballot consideration, another calls for deeper study first. The ad hoc panel chaired by Anderson will propose the plan at a work session.
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