Chapter 313 tax program revival eyed by supporters
Barbers Hill Superintendent Greg Poole signals optimism that Chapter 313 tax incentives for industrial development may endure despite the Texas legislature ending its latest session. The program let districts reduce assessed values to lure big projects, offsetting lost revenue with state reimbursement and additional growth benefits, though it faced criticism as corporate welfare.
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City eyes Hyatt Regency hotel on Bagland Island project
City Manager Rick Davis reported a $1.4 million debt payment next budget for the hotel convention center on Bagland Island. He said bond ratings from Standard & Poor’s for the A and B Series are due soon, enabling a groundbreaking date and related service and ancillary agreements to advance the project. Groundbreaking had been postponed multiple times.
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Obituaries Jennye Evans Warren and Jason Wayne Little
Jennye Evans Warren and Jason Wayne Little are remembered in notices on page 3A. The brief tribute profiles their lives and families, reflecting on their contributions, relationships, and lasting impact within the community.
Do Not Fret At Evildoers Psalm Reminder
Psalm 37 1 2 urges calm amid wrongdoing warning that evildoers will wither like grass while the righteous prosper. It counsels trust in the Lord and patience over envy toward the workers of iniquity. The passage contrasts instability with steadfast faith and divine justice.
Leander coach praises Barbers Hill softball state semifinal run
The Barbers Hill softball program earned its fourth state semifinal appearance with a Friday morning lift at Glenn High School. Coach notes the team is focused and locked in as they push toward the next round.
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Barbers Hill tops Hallsville in state semifinal showdown
The top-rated Lady Eagles 41 2 overpower Hallsville 6 0 behind Samantha Landry s stellar pitching and early offense to advance to the Class 5A state championship against Aledo at UT s Red and Charline McCombs Field. Aledo defeated Georgetown 8 5 to reach the final, set for Saturday at 2 p m for Barbers Hill s first softball title bid.
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Baytown senator reflects on 2021 Texas legislative session
Senator Carol Alvarado of District 6 discusses the 2021 Texas House and Senate session noting full funding for education programs, the budget passage, and measures to prevent future winter storm outages. She highlights Senate Bill 900 on above ground storage tanks, prompted by the 2019 ITC Deer Park fire, and its bipartisan support.
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Baytown officials seek 6.7 M budget for district growth
Baytown Municipal District officials project about 6.7 million dollars in sales tax revenue for 2021 and back a new economic development position. City Manager Rick Davis argues a business retention coordinator would strengthen the program, assist small businesses, promote grants and loans, and target revitalization areas. The proposal aims to help property sales, reuse of vacant buildings, and broader city growth, with council prior priority cited. SEE BUDGET PAGE 3A
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