Murky waters of flood insurance explained in guest view
The column surveys NFIP history from 1968 to the Biggert Waters Act of 2012, outlining aims to pool flood risk and protect homeowners. It details flood zones, community participation, the Write Your Own program, and policy shifts that impact premiums and mitigation funding. Names Chris O'Shea Roper and Tom Linton appear as contributors.
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NFIP
Flood Insurance Administration
Uscode
House
FIA
Fema.gov
Harris County DA decries Obama marijuana remarks
Harris County District Attorney Devon Anderson calls President Obama’s comments reckless and argues marijuana remains illegal under Texas law. She cites a 2012 survey on drug use and asserts marijuana contributes to deadly incidents, inviting Obama to Houston to review local capital murder cases linked to marijuana deals.
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Harris County
Devon Anderson
Obama
Houston
Baytown Mayor Stephen Don Carlos Praised for City Vision
A reader lauds Mayor Stephen Don Carlos after his State of the City address to BARSEA and notes plans to involve the public in tackling litter, highway projects, and new industry, while stressing appreciation for his knowledgeable, hardworking leadership.
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Stephen DonCarlos
Barsea
Baytown
Don Carlos
Stephen Don Carlos
Think about it ends and beginnings in Charlie’s note
A short reflective message from Charlie Morgan in Baytown hints at cycles of beginnings and endings, urging contemplation of time and renewal.
Brunson Theater memories and playful stunts from Baytown
A reminiscence of the Brunson Theater on Texas Avenue recalling Saturday kiddie shows, pickles and popcorn, and stunts staged by former manager Rufus Honeycutt to draw crowds. The piece shares anecdotes from his son about marquee threats, a dead snake buried near Cedar Bayou, a piglet prize, and a mock funeral giveaway that gained national press.
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Brunson Theater
Texas Avenue
Rufus Honeycutt
Rufus
Cedar Bayou
Fred Hartman
Variety
United States
Earthman Funeral
Today in history a 2014 snapshot of notable events
Highlights include Victoria’s death in 1901 and Roe v Wade's 1973 ruling. Also noted are Madeleine Albright’s 1997 confirmation, Ted Kaczynski’s 1998 guilty plea, and the 1984 Macintosh debut. Sports recall Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game in 2006. Births, quotes, and numbers close the entry.
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Britain
Victoria
U.S. Supreme Court
Madeleine Albright
U.S
Ted Kaczynski
Sacramento
Calif
Francis Bacon
Lord Byron
D.W. Griffith
Piper Laurie
Bill Bixby
John Hurt
Steve Perry
Linda Blair
Diane Lane
Guy Fieri
Ray Rice
Ridley Scott
Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles Lakers
Toronto Raptors
Wilt Chamberlain
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Tom Linton
Texas A&m Galveston
Chris O'Shea
Roper
Charlie Morgan Baytown
CRON
Wanda Orton
the Sun
Baytownsuncom
The
Baytown Sun
Memorial Drive
Baytownsun
Facebook
Twitter
Manag
Ement
Janie Gray
David Bloom
Rolland Ramos
Mike Gunning
April Jones
Billton Accounting Circulation
Jim Finley
Jay Eshbach
M. A. Bengtson
Newsroom
Sun
P.O
Sunnews
Baytownsun.com
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