Barbers Hill leaders defend in prelim hearing over alleged targetting
Barbers Hill administrators faced claims in a virtual preliminary hearing in Judge George Hanks' court that two former students De' Andre Arnold and Kaden Bradford were singled out over the district dress code. The students say officials ordered them to cut their tocs, citing heritage, affecting graduation prospects and school attendance options.
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District Attorney updates Turner case ahead of grand jury
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said the Pamela Turner shooting case will likely go before a grand jury soon. She cited the Civil Rights Division’s focus on the Harding Street Raid and noted evidence delays common in police shooting investigations. The Texas Rangers led the Turner inquiry, with results delayed until October.
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Dayton Pride on Display in New Mural
A new mural unveiled in Dayton showcases local pride with vibrant imagery and community support. Artists from the area collaborated with residents to depict landmarks and stories important to the city, aiming to spark local dialogue and celebrate heritage.
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Obituaries Charles A Rydbom and Cletus D Sheppard
Obituary notices for Charles A. Rydbom and Cletus D. Sheppard appear on page 3A with brief biographical details, dates of death, surviving relatives, funeral arrangements, and expressions of condolence from families and local communities.
Isaiah 25 7 8 Mountaintop Promise Verse
A Bible verse from Isaiah describes God removing the shroud of death and wiping away tears from all faces. It proclaims that the Sovereign Lord will swallow up death forever and lift the disgrace from His people.
Baytown Sun Social Media Prompt
Baytown Sun invites readers to engage online with its Facebook page and Twitter account. The post encourages following facebook com BaytownSun and thebaytownsun on Twitter for updates and news.
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Storm to strengthen into hurricane Hanna near Texas coast
South Texas officials warn Tropical Storm Hanna could become a hurricane and threaten Corpus Christi and nearby Nueces Cameron counties as COVID-19 cases rise. Mayor Joe McComb says resources will fight both the storm and the pandemic, with hotels possible to house recovering patients and emphasis on staying home this weekend. County leaders urge mask wearing and caution amid high case counts and looming landfall.
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Baytown approves 42 million CO debt for water and sewer
Baytown Council unanimously authorized 42 million in Certificates of Obligation to fund Garth Road enhancements and water and sewer projects mandated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Civic attendee Byron Schirmbeck questioned CO use as a stopgap, while others stressed urgency and transparency.
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Judge Hidalgo extends Harris County school closure to Sept 8
Harris County District Judge Lina Hidalgo issued an emergency order extending school closures for in person instruction to Sept 8 with possible further delay based on health monitoring. Goose Creek CISD already shifted start to Sept 8 with first three weeks virtual. The order allows limited in person teacher work only if alone in a classroom and occupancy is under 10 percent. School events must be virtual until in person classes resume. The report notes rising hospitalizations with 10,036 COVID-19 patients, 1,178 more than Thursday but 857 fewer than the previous day.
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Lee College regents receive slimmed-down budget
Lee College Vice President for Finance Annette Ferguson presented a budget about 4.4 million dollars smaller than the initial draft. She projected a 20 percent fall enrollment drop and factored a 5 percent state funding cut into the forecast. The college maintains a strong cash balance and expects the remaining 60 million dollar budget to remain productive.
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