Texas school finance reform stalled as courts loom
The Texas Supreme Court hears arguments from hundreds of school districts led by Goose Creek Barbers Hill and Crosby claiming underfunding and unconstitutional funding of 4.3 million students. Gov Perry and lawmakers debate property tax cuts while critics say state funding remains at a WWII low of 40 percent, risking future education opportunities. The Baytown Sun editorial frames the crisis as a court dependent solution.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Meets Weekly at 2 PM
The Baytown Sun editorial board holds weekly meetings at 2 p.m. every Wednesday. Readers are invited to join discussions on community issues, with contact for outreach directed to Managing Editor David Bloom at 422-8302.
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Baytown Sun invites public letters and guest columns
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Cruisin Texas Avenue brings Baytown together for a big crowd
A Baytown note thanks residents and Bayshore Fine Rides Car Club for supporting Cruisin Texas Avenue. The author praises the turnout, family fun, and generosity of Rooster's owners Gene and Joni Kelton and others, praising community spirit and hoping for growth.
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Not all Clinton blame, letter contends on Saddam stance
Edward Kenney of Baytown argues in a letter that Clinton’s affair did not cause the Gulf War missteps, blaming political dynamics and blue-state voting. He warns readers against interpretation and reflects on historical decisions and cultural outcomes.
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Kudos for Fixing Bump on Decker Drive Near Exxon
Reader thanks maintenance crews for repairing a dangerous bump on Decker Drive in front of Exxon near Rollingbrook, noting relief from near blowouts on a 13 inch tire and expressing appreciation for the fix.
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Baytown Sun editorial amid war quotes stirs controversy
A June 26 Baytown Sun editorial drew strong reactions by framing Iraq conflict as a quagmire and urging support for servicemen. Critics warn such political remarks echo past hostilities and risk undermining national resolve during wartime.
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Be leery of Patriot Act too Be leery of Patriot Act too
A Baytown Sun letter argues concern over the Patriot Act, naming Ron Paul of Lake Jackson and urging vigilance against many leaders nationwide who may use the act to advance their agenda and erode rights. The writer stresses that Paul is not the sole target of concern.
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Today in History highlights from July 7 events
On July 7 historical events include the 1865 executions linked to Lincoln’s assassination, the 1846 Monterey proclamation of California annexation, the 1930 Boulder Dam start, Elvis Presley’s Sun Records debut in 1954, Eisenhower’s Alaska bill, Reagan naming O Connor in 1981, Atlantis landing with Norman Thagard, Kenneth Lay indictment a decade ago, and the death of Jeff Smith.
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Baytown Area News Chronicle Highlights 1944 to 1990 Events
In 1944 ten women fulfilled a pledge of service by offering 150 hours of free hospital or physician aid after basic training. By 1975 Delores Marie Ayling and her daughter Melissa Marie Ayling died from contagious spinal meningitis. In 1990 an Arco Chemical Co explosion in Channelview killed 17, including Michael John Davis, 24, of Baytown.
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Californians Target Barred Owls In West Coast Study
A reader cites a June Houston Chronicle piece from The Nation accusing California scientists of planning to shoot Barred Owls to boost Spotted Owl populations. The letter argues against the experiment, calling it greed masked as conservation and condemns logging plans tied to habitat protections.
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Baytown Sun Forum Calls for Community Input Online
The Sun invites readers to Baytown Talk on its website for online opinions. Readers are encouraged to share views, discuss local issues, and post feedback through the Baytown Sun forum.
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