Our View Flag Day Reminds Americans of Liberty and Duty
Our View reflects on Flag Day traditions and the flag’s history from Betsy Ross to modern observances. It honors veterans and calls readers to pause and think about national pride, liberty, and the service of those who defend the United States.
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Letter to the editor mocks police shooting coverage headline
A Baytown reader criticizes Matt Hollis and the Baytown Sun for implying withheld information in a June 12 article. The letter argues investigators cannot comment while a case is under review and predicts answers will emerge after the investigation concludes.
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Today in History June 14 highlights and notes
On June 14 various historical milestones are recorded including the 1777 design of the Stars and Stripes by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, the 1775 creation of the Continental Army, Harding’s 1922 radio debut, the 1943 Barnette decision, and Eisenhower adding under God to the Pledge.
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Merry Humor in Medical Visits and a Cat Scan
Wanda Orton recalls a lighthearted medical day at a local hospital. She jokes with staff in radiology while awaiting a cat scan and describes the humorous misadventures of drinks in the waiting room, spilled liquid, and a doughnut shaped scanner. The piece ends with contact details for the Baytown Sun viewpoint column.
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TV summer musings critique Wheel and Dancing with the Stars
Jim Finley notes summer TV lull in Baytown while praising Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak and criticizing Dancing with the Stars star Erin Andrews. He commends Bergeron and gives Wheel an A-plus and Dancing a B-plus, praising finalists Rumer Willis and Riker Lynch and Noah Galloway’s courage.
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