Large turnout at San Jacinto River coalition meeting nearby EPA remedy debate
About 180 residents from Highlands Channelview McNair Lynchburg and Baytown attended the San Jacinto River Coalition meeting as the EPA announced a proposed long term remedy for the San Jacinto Waste Pits. Coalition director Jacquelyn Young said public engagement rose with over 330 locals reached recently and emphasized pushing responsible parties to fully remediate the pits to protect the river and Galveston Bay. The pits, used as a mid 1960s landfill by a paper mill, are located north of the I 10 bridge west of Baytown between Channelview and Highlands. SEE PITS PAGE 7
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Cardiac rehab helps patients return to activity
Cardiac rehabilitation programs aid patients in resuming daily activities and exercise after heart events. Teams of clinicians coordinate exercise plans, education, and monitoring to boost recovery and reduce future risk. Entities include hospitals, cardiac rehab centers, and patient groups across communities.
Goose Creek Memorial strides in 7 on 7 league
Goose Creek Memorial High School pushes ahead in a seven on seven league as players showcase passing and execution. Coaches emphasize cohesion and speed, aiming for growth through scattered drills and competitive matchups across the schedule.
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Obituaries for Bonnie Kidd-Smith and Others
Obituary notices list Bonnie Kidd-Smith Luther Butler Librado Perez Jr. David Mickel Sha Quenta Conway and Jacqueline Shirley appearing on page three with brief memorial notices. The items honor their lives and note surviving family details and funeral arrangements where provided.
Virtual learning gains traction in Houston area
In a shift toward competency based education, Houston area districts expand virtual learning as an alternative to brick and mortar schools. Natalie Blasingame of HISD notes flexibility helps students adapt to a changing world. Andrea Rice recalls switching her son Nick to Texas Connections for better accommodations and safety. Nick participates in debate, technology and leadership clubs while enjoying easy teacher access via email or text.
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Baytown Fire Control District Approves 2016 17 Budget
The Baytown Fire Control, Prevention and EMS District board and city officials approved a 2016 2017 budget of 2,230,946 with a public hearing held at City Hall. Highlights include 272,336 for personnel services, 598,950 for machinery and equipment including a Stryker ambulance stretcher, 700,000 for engineering, and a total capital outlay of 1,337,410. A 600,000 transfer to general capital project fund and 15,000 for contingency are listed. The plan funds new hires and tech upgrades, with the highlight described as the design of key needs.
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Stallworth Stadium gets new FieldTurf facelift
The Stallworth Stadium playing surface has been replaced with FieldTurf after a decade of use. The upgrade, overseen by athletic director Bernie Mulvaney, aims to save water and maintenance costs while preparing for a new era of sports at the district’s venue.
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