San Jacinto Tea Party rally opposes overspending
A TEA Party rally in the area featured speakers like Jim MclIngvale and Rep. Ted Poe urging free market principles and reduced spending. Attendees from diverse ages voiced concern over currency value and government overreach while local businessmen attended incognito to protest the state franchise tax. Similar events are planned in the Houston area.
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Leather artist Poindexter forges wearable art from ranch roots
The northwest Arkansas native grew up repairing leather and now creates detailed pieces in leather art. He notes a September 11 memorial cowhide work with an eagle and flag, with most pieces taking four to six months to complete. His crafts aim at collectible markets, given the time and cost involved. His works are shown at the Art League of Baytown Goose Creek Emporium and Twice as Nice resale shop.
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Burglar Strikes Lowe's Delivery Vehicle on Garth Road
A burglar broke into a Lowe's delivery vehicle on Garth Road around 6 p.m. Tuesday, stealing 17 yellow money bags labeled Sodexo containing cash, total loss about $3,000. A gray 1995 Ford Taurus (TX LKC724) was reported stolen from nearby. Baytown police also arrested a 24 year old man for forging a check at Amegy Bank on Rollingbrook, facing felony forgery charges. Police logged 41 offense reports over Tuesday to Wednesday mornings, including two assaults and multiple thefts but noted no further details.
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Toll road measure in limbo
A Texas House bill to extend state authority for privately built toll road contracts faces uncertain prospects as lawmakers push to finish a short special session by Friday. Rep. Jim Dunnam questioned the bill's purpose while Rep. Joe Pickett, its sponsor, warned it may lack sufficient support and could await the next regular session in 2011.
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D-Waco
Joe Pickett
D-El Paso
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