Simonton Residents Face Record Flooding As Evacuations Continue
In Simonton near the Brazos River, residents weigh leaving as 54.7 foot flood stages persist. Art Myrick, 66, plans to move to San Antonio after years of evacuation orders, while Barbara Leach 78, stays near the water despite repeated flood threats. National Weather Service warns of more rain and flash flood risk across Houston, Austin, and North Texas.
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Flood watch extended as rain and storms persist
The flood watch remains in effect through Friday afternoon as showers and thunderstorms linger. Meteorologist Roeseler notes stronger dynamics could bring heavier rain Thursday into Thursday night, with rainfall already causing issues at San Jacinto River waste pits. EPA probes damage to a dolphin bumper near the Interstate 10 bridge blamed on the Memorial Day floods.
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Mont Belvieu Farmer's Market Sees Growing Attendance
The Mont Belvieu Farmers Market in City Park expands to about 20 vendors on ideal days and runs the first Saturday of each month. Parks director Jef Farrell notes eight or nine markets hosted, with items ranging from produce to free range goods and even Bee's Waxolive Oil coffee. The market operates from 8 a.m. with winter crafts, is coordinated by Abby Allen, and gathers vendor interest via a Facebook page while planning improvements from feedback. Rain can affect turnout but the market continues.
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EPA to take control of Baytown waste pit remediation
At Highlands Community Center on May 25 EPA officials outlined current conditions of the Baytown waste pits. The agency will decide by July 28 on the remediation plan after core sampling and kilifish tests, with a 30 day public comment period to follow.
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Baytown talks on pay and fitness program for firefighters
City manager Davis and firefighters union discuss payroll, retirement options, and a mandatory fitness program for new hires while keeping pay raises under 5 percent. They plan a joint administration union committee and a meeting set for June 9 to resolve remaining issues about the proposed terms.
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Burglaries Hit Local Spots Around City
The Red Lobster in the 4700 block of Interstate 10 was broken into overnight Monday. Tools stolen from the 1500 block of Wilburn Drive over the weekend. Electronics stolen from an apartment at Lakes of Madera in the 300 block of West Baker Road Tuesday. Computer equipment and other property stolen from an apartment at Cedar Ridge in the 2900 block of West Baker Road Tuesday. Jewelry and medications stolen from an apartment at The Preserve at Goose Creek in the 2100 block of West Baker Road Tuesday. Computer equipment stolen from a home in the 100 block of Harold Lane Tuesday night. A residence in the 200 block of Harvey Avenue broken into about 2 a.m. Wednesday.
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Thefts Reported Across Baytown Neighborhoods
Overnight Monday thefts occurred on Northwood Drive with items missing from a residence. A mustard yellow 1972 pickup was stolen from Lillian Street driveway Tuesday. A Houston stolen vehicle recovered on East Jones Road Tuesday afternoon. A stolen vehicle from Garth Road reported Tuesday night. A blue green 1999 Ford F 250 stolen near Value Place at 4 a.m. Wednesday then recovered in Houston. Baytown Police urge tips via Crime Stoppers at 281427 TIPS.
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East Jones Road
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