02 Jul 2006
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 2006
Page
1
A Life & Style item notes a decorative garden display with red orbs suspended from green supports. The fibers describe various staking systems including wooden sticks plastic stakes metal hoops and movable fencing as part of the aesthetic arrangement.
Taylor Buchholz spun a gem for Houston as the Astros defeated the Texas Rangers. Buchholz allowed minimal baserunners while teammates supplied timely run support, lifting Houston to a decisive victory in the clash.
The Legislature reformed school funding and cut the property tax rate for all four Baytown area school districts by 17 cents per $100 valuation, easing taxpayer burden across the region.
Five individuals Elizabeth Kowis Selensky Maurice Gregory Jose Oscar De La Cerda Forrest Gossett and Ronald Ray Rushing are listed in the deaths section.
Heavy afternoon thunderstorms roll in with high near 86 and overnight low around 75. Mega Millions numbers 20 40 46 48 54 with Megaplier 3. Lotto Texas 16 19 26 49 54. Pick 3 Day 5 3 0 Night 9 3 8. Cash Five 7 19 25 26. Texas Two Step 13 19 29 30. BB 27 and TELEVISION noted.
U S Surgeon General Richard Carmona says secondhand smoke causes premature death and disease in millions, potentially prompting November referenda on citywide smoking bans. San Jacinto Methodist Hospital president says the report backs tougher protections for workers and patrons. Baytown Mayor suggests citizen vote likely on a smoking ban, current ordinance allows designated areas with a barrier. District 4 Councilman notes findings may alter views on the 1999 rule.
Tiny Formosan termites infest the historic Baytown Oak Tree located on Texas Avenue, threatening its 3 000 year old status as it slowly recovers from recent crashes. Councilman Scott Sheley vows the infestation will be stopped as Dow Agro Services donates baits for Coastal Exterminating to treat the tree.
GHASP's report says local EPA investigators lacked procedures to probe violations of a new HVROC limit as three Baytown area petrochemical plants appear to breach the 1200 pounds per hour rule. The emissions cap, part of a broader Clean Air Plan, aims to curb ozone in Harris County once fully implemented.
Sixteen Goose Creek School District Special Olympics athletes plus coaches left for Ames Iowa to compete in the first Special Olympics USA National Games. Assistant coach Elizabeth Phillips aims for a medal and a rewarding experience as the team, ages 16 to 27, prepares since March 2005 and gains confidence, social skills, and athletic growth.
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