Fireworks and concerts mark Independence Day events
Baytown hosts a Bicentennial Park Fourth with free 6 p.m. concerts featuring Ezra Charles, Ryan Guidry, and Foghat. July 4 includes a 7 a.m. Bud Heatwave run, 3:30 p.m. stage entertainment, 5:30 p.m. parade, 6 p.m. Django Walker, DJ Mike, and Pat Green at 8 p.m. followed by a 30 minute fireworks finale. Monte Belvieu offers family activities from 4 p.m. with rides, displays, and live music culminating in a dusk fireworks show. La Porte also flags its Fourth festivities.
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Baytown's oldest dog Poo found safe after missing
Laurie Benoit reported her 23 year old poodle Poo missing after routine let out. Neighbors joined Larry Benoit on a search using a motorized scooter and street canvassing while the couple placed a newspaper ad and notified Baytown Animal Control seeking a swift return for the senior dog with cataracts.
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Thomas and Beck Named District Principals of the Year
Goose Creek CISD recognizes Karen Thomas of B.P. Hopper Primary School and Dr. Don Beck of Sterling High School as District Principals of the Year for 2010 2011. Both honored at Region IV Education Service Center ceremony. Beck previously led Sabine Pass and La Vernia campuses before Sterling. He holds a BS from UT, a Masters from Lamar, and superintendent certification.
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Obama declares 40 Texas counties disaster areas
President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for Texas wildfire areas, enabling federal funds for recovery in more than 40 counties. Harris and Chambers counties were not included, while drought indices improved there. Further designations may follow after additional damage assessments.
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Voluntary water conservation urged in Baytown area
The Baytown Area Water Authority urges residents and businesses to voluntarily cut water use as hot, dry weather strains resources. June 2010 averaged 13.2 million gallons daily, rising to 16.7 million in June 2011. Stage one drought could trigger if plant capacity exceeds 80 percent for three days. Residents are asked to limit non essential outdoor use, with suggested watering times.
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