Squire Punch morality play tonight at Baytown Center
Baytown based Papa Joe's Theater presents Squire Punch a 45 minute morality play performed by 25 local children ages 5 to 13. The 6 p.m. show at Baytown Community Center auditorium 2407 Market St features workshops led by Joe Wheelis director producer and writer who adapted the piece from two 14th century Punch and Judy precursors. For information call Jennifer Oakes 281-420-6598.
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City Moves On Old fashioned Lighting Plan
The city unanimously approved a new agreement to install old fashioned lighting along the Texas Avenue corridor, part of Councilman Sheley's projects. Attorney Alton Hall, representing 20 plus cities led by Houston, discussed a Public Utility Commission case against CenterPoint claiming $105 million in excess revenues. A tentative settlement could bring rate reductions, energy efficiency funds, and a possible four year rate freeze if agreed.
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Engineers watch shuttle leak amid landing risk
NASA engineers in Houston monitor a slow leak in space shuttle Discovery's auxiliary power unit pipeline. If the leak worsens it could force a shutdown of a hydraulic system during Monday's planned landing. John Shannon says the rate is about six drops per hour and could be nitrogen or hydrazine fuel, with fuel the more cautious assumption.
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Baytown appoints new boards for crime control and fire safety
Baytown council unanimously approves nine appointees including DonCarlos Wurzbach and Caskey via letters and calls. Wheeler of the Baytown Chamber, and Sheley gain seats. districts will levy a one eighth sales tax, targeting 10 police, 15 cars, 50 computers, a fire academy, upgraded radios, and vehicle replacements.
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Camp Logan mutiny highlighted in college stage production
A Lee College play recounts the 1917 Camp Logan riot by the 24th Infantry in Houston, where Black soldiers faced police beatings and martial law, leading to a large court martial after a deadly riot. The production is funded by Humanities of Texas with local support and offers contact details for more information.
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Police Investigate Stolen Vehicle Sale and Suspected Robberies
Baytown police and Harris County investigators pursue leads after a used car listed as stolen was sold at auction following repossession. A separate pharmacy fraud attempt targeted by posing as a dentist’s office rep prompted checks. A suspect in two robberies and assaults, described as a young Black male 5'11" to 6'2" with a blue shirt, was last seen in a gold or silver SUV. anyone with tips should contact Baytown Police or Crime Stoppers.
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Taqueria Accused of Stealing Water in North Alexander Block
A city representative reported that a taqueria in the 2900 block of North Alexander has been stealing water. City crews found a wire in a hole bypassing the meter when attempting to shut off service for non payment. Police will investigate to determine how long water was consumed without measurement.
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Baytown Police Log Shows 159 Calls In 24 Hours
Baytown police handled 159 calls between 6 a.m. Thursday and 6 a.m. Friday. The incidents included 10 alarms four assaults six automobile burglaries two building burglaries nine disturbances one forgery two shots fired eight thefts one major accident and seven minor accidents.
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