Goose Creek CISD weighs 14 million for ECHS building
The Goose Creek CISD board approved a 14 million dollar project for an IMPACT Early College High School funded by a state grant and not part of a bond. Opponents argued Lee High School renovations could accommodate the program, noting 400 seats max. Trustee Jenice Coffey urged further review after one class graduated.
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Lone Star Bank
Baytown
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Robert E. Lee High School
Peter E. Hyland
Jenice Coffey
Lee High School
Less than forthcoming on IMPACT funding
An email exchange shows Goose Creek CISD stating that IMPACT project funding will come from the General Fund Balance. The district cites an audited balance of 100.9 million as of June 30 2013 and notes interim cash-basis reports are not used to measure the fund. The annual audit is underway and a current balance will be calculated upon completion.
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Margie Grimes
Global warming letter urges action on climate policy
A reader asserts humans drive climate change backed by 97 percent of scientists. The piece warns of heat waves drought and species loss but cites progress in vehicle efficiency and power plant pollution limits as steps we can take now.
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Lincoln nominated for second term at 1864 National Union convention
On June 8 1864 Abraham Lincoln secured renomination at the National Union convention in Baltimore. Thought for Today credits Seneca the Younger, noting the vice of craving more than sufficiency.
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Tropical Storm Allison remembered in Houston flood tale
In June 2001 Tropical Storm Allison flooded Houston and Harris County with 22 deaths and over 5 billion dollars in damages. Lanny Griffith of KRIV Fox 26 reported from downtown and Montrose as waters rose, while his cousin Jan McGowen rode out the deluge to Baytown. The storm dumped up to 36 inches in spots and left the medical center without power, prompting urgent calls for Red Cross volunteers and emergency crews.
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Louisiana
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Baytown East
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Incident Reports of Collin and Family Life at Church
Jim Finley recounts a family incident at First Baptist Wee School and a prior church episode involving Connor at St. John The Evangelist. The piece mixes humor and memory of Collin Ericison, age four, and siblings Kamille and Connor, with notes on local church life, school misadventures, and a move of Cayden Jackson to Baytown.
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Houston
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Baytown
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