Ninth graders need protection in Goose Creek plan
The Baytown Sun editorial urges Goose Creek ISD to create protective spaces for ninth graders to ease the transition from junior to high school. It cites TEA data on dropouts and outlines proposals like freshman-only floors, nearby academic teams, dedicated counselors, and limited cross-grade mixing to boost belonging and reduce risky behaviors.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Details
The Baytown Sun invites community input at its weekly editorial board meeting held Wednesdays at 2 p.m. Prospective visitors should contact Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302 to arrange an appointment. Board members include Wanda Garner Cash Meredith Darnell Jim Finley and Jane Howard Lee.
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Today in History highlights and notable events
Today is June 1 2005 the 152nd day with 213 remaining. Notable anniversaries include Captain James Lawrence’s famous Dont give up the ship remark in 1813, Brigham Young birth in 1801, James Buchanan death in 1868, Marilyn Monroe birth in 1926, and Leslie Howard death in 1943. CNN debut in 1980. A federal judge struck down the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act as unconstitutional.
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Baytown Officials Map Labor Or Housing Moves Across Years
A review of Baytown area records shows actions across decades including 1937 union planning for a central council to bargain with the refinery, 1975 housing authority seeking federal rent subsidy funds, 1990 Barbers Hill School Board members urging remodeling priorities, and 2000 animal control center manager on leave amid an internal probe after volunteers alerted police.
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Baytown Sun invites letters and guest columns for public interest
The Baytown Sun accepts original signed letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words addressing public interest topics. Include writer’s address and phone number not for publication, limit one submission per month, and note submissions may be edited or refused. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom at The Sun, P O Box 90, Baytown 77522, or via fax 281 427 1880 or email sunnews baytownsun com.
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Memorial Day reflections on home front contributions
The writer honors civilians who toiled at home and in their jobs to strengthen families, churches, communities, and country. He recalls grandparents and relatives whose wisdom and faith guided him, and notes the lasting impact of their skills, sacrifices, and lessons alongside those who serve abroad and as peace officers.
Veterans Day Tribute From Baytown Reader
A Baytown area veteran expresses gratitude for community support of service members and families. He recalls placing flags on veterans graves, carrying a Vietnam Veteran of America wreath, and urges ongoing backing for troops past and present.
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Pleasing God Is Obeying His Commandments
Teresa Moody of Baytown responds to letters by Robert Duke and Herschel Williams arguing that pleasing God comes from obedience to Jesus. She cites Romans 3 25 Hosea 6 6 John 14 15 and John 1 12, stating sin is universal and God desires love and obedience over sacrifices.
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Baytown
Ron Paul on stem cell funds and decentralization
Texas congressman Ron Paul argues against federal funding of stem cell research and for decentralized, privatized decisions. He contends government funding politicizes research, wastes taxpayers money, and erodes personal liberty, advocating state and private choices instead. He represents Texas's 14th District, including Chambers County.
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