Texas gambling as public school funding gamble rejected
Baytown Sun editorial argues against relying on casinos to fund public education in Texas. It notes uncertain revenues, addiction risks, and potential harm to low income communities while urging lawmakers to resist a “sucker's bet” and pursue stable funding reforms instead. The piece cites economist Ray Perryman and references past tax proposals by Gov. Rick Perry.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Meets Weekly at 2 PM
The Baytown Sun invites community members to visit its editorial board to discuss local issues. Appointments are made through Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302, with board members including Wanda Gamer Cash, David Bloom, Joseph Lohan, Dee Anne Navarre, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
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Submissions guidelines for The Baytown Sun letters and columns
The Baytown Sun accepts unsigned submissions only with signatures, including letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public interest topics. Include writer address and a non-public phone number, send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom, P.O. Box 90, Baytown. Fax 281 427 1880 or email stinnews bay townsun com.
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Rights of the victims overshadow teen killer debate
A letter challenges the focus on the accused Robert Acuna rights after a July front page story. The writer argues upholding victims' and families' rights, condemns teen accountability, urges death penalty and calls for severe punishment.
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Plea Echoes for Life of Alleged Killer Acuna
A reader voices anger over the alleged double homicide suspect Robert Acuna, arguing for the maximum punishment. The message condemns leniency for youths and calls for accountability for the killers and the victims' family.
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More reasons to vote for Kerry Edwards
Editor responds to a July 27 letter praising Kerry and Edwards. The writer defends reproductive rights and Roe v. Wade, condemns same sex marriage bans, and argues for equal health care, tax breaks, and tort reform. They oppose using faith to deny rights and urge voting for the Democratic ticket.
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New Horizon Center thanks helpers and honors Brian Fontenot
The New Horizon Family Center expresses gratitude to Brian Fontenot and his parents for leading a toy drive benefiting clients. The center aided over 500 people last year and thanks sponsors of its third annual golf tournament including Exxon Mobil, Chevron Phillips, Dynegy, WoodForest Bank, and many others. Special thanks to donors and supporters and wishes to Brian success in becoming an Eagle Scout.
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July 30 historic highlights from 1945 to 1998
On this date notable events include the 1945 USS Indianapolis torpedoing with 316 survivors among 1,196 aboard, 1792 La Marseillaise first sung in Paris, 1864 Petersburg assault with mine failure, 1932 Los Angeles Olympics opening, 1942 WAVES creation, 1965 Medicare law enactment, 1975 Hoffa disappearance and Helsinki accords, with 1998 Sarajevo readers’ gathering for Balkan reforms.
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Baytown City Leaders Tighten Emergency Plans Pace
A 1950 warning from City Manager C D Middleton urged Baytown department heads to accelerate emergency plan work after the Texas City disaster. The note framed urgency across municipal operations amid potential regional risks.
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