Douglas Mirza Kadjar obituary notes lifelong Texas ties
Douglas Mirza Kadjar, 48, died quietly on Friday July 10 2015 surrounded by family. Born October 4 1966 to Bennie and David Kadjar, he grew up in Baytown and attended Memorial Baptist Church Ross S Sterling High School then Lee College and Southwest Texas State University. He lived in Hays County since 1989, married Brenna Troyan in 2005 at Driftwood, and built a life centered on faith teaching children and youth.
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Doug’s Life of Service Passes in Hays County
Doug lived a life of selfless service volunteering whenever there was a need. He enjoyed river outings with family and was active as Hays Rebel Band Booster VP, a Highstepper, Choir Dad, and Cube Scout Leader. Deeply patriotic, he valued the Constitution and participatory citizenship guiding others to vote. He was a musician and family man whose wit and love filled the home.
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Mexican ballad star Joan Sebastian dies at 64
Mexican singer Joan Sebastian dies at 64 in Mexico City after years-long cancer battle. A Universal Music Latin Entertainment Fonovisa representative confirmed the death without specifying a cause. Sebastian was famed for Tatuajes and Secreto de Amor, won five Grammy awards and seven Latin Grammys, and was beloved alongside Vicente Fernandez.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Policy and Subscription Rates
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Nintendo's Iwata dies at 55
Satoru Iwata led Nintendo through growth with Pokemon and Super Mario and died after a lengthy illness. The company announced he passed away Saturday at age 55 from a bile duct tumor, drawing widespread tributes from fans and rivals.
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St Joseph welcomes new principal at Baytown Catholic school
St Joseph Regional Catholic School in Baytown hires Courtney Williamson as principal adding 17 years in public and private education. A Houston native with degrees from Texas A&M and Sam Houston State University, she emphasizes faith based whole child education from preschool to eighth grade and a Live Out Loud theme. Williamson invites community members to meet her during weekend services or by appointment.
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Thefts Reported Across Several Local Blocks
A theft of a cell phone was reported in the 1500 block of Nolan Road. A theft of jewelry valued at 500 dollars was reported in the 10 block of Stacey Lane Sunday. A theft was reported in the 500 block of Massey Tompkins Road Friday. About 300 dollars in property was reported stolen.
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Baytown Police Beat Sees Vehicle Crimes Reported
Burglary of a vehicle reported in the 4800 block of North Highway 146 on Friday. Theft of a white Chevrolet pickup reported in the 1900 block of Manor Drive on Friday. Two men arrested in the 6000 block of Garth Road Tuesday after attempting to steal a vehicle. Police Beat compiled from Baytown Police Department reports and interviews. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards and anonymous tips by 281-427-TIPS or text Baytown to 274637.
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Freshwater floods threaten Galveston Bay seafood season
NOAA warns spring rains may reduce brown shrimp catch by about 30 percent from the 25.7 million pound historical average, the lowest since the 1980s. Oyster reefs were wiped out by higher salinity-suppressing freshwaters, though recovery is expected in coming years. Local officials declared an industry state of emergency as growers seek aid and Louisiana shrimpers may fill gaps if yields remain weak.
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Billionaire Sid Bass backs Blue Bell revival effort
Sid Bass, noted Texas investor and philanthropist, becomes a partner in Brenham based Blue Bell Creameries after a listeria shutdown. CEO Paul Kruse says the investment is significant and will help restart production, with plans to test runs at an Alabama plant and rebuild inventory before resuming commercial sales. The company did not disclose the amount.
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