Merla Kramer Dies. Baytown Educator Revered in East Texas
Merla Lew Kramer born October 18 1942 in Mt Pleasant Texas grew up in East Texas and led Mt Pleasant Fighting Tiger Band. She studied at the University of Texas and taught at Horace Mann Junior High in Baytown finding her passion for teaching and lifelong partner Ron Kramer a fellow educator in Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District.
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Merla Kramer remembered for teaching and leadership in Baytown
Merla Kramer a longtime English teacher at Horace Mann Rob ert E Lee and Goose Creek Memorial High Schools is remembered for pushing students beyond the literal into interpretive literature most notably To Kill A Mockingbird She led the Gander Coaches Wives and remained active after retirement She is survived by two sons two grandchildren and other relatives Services are at Memorial Baptist Church Baytown on Friday June 14 Donations may be made to GCCISD Education Foundation or chosen charity.
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Laura Kellner
Shirley Wright
Annabeth Herrington
Memorial Baptist Church
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U.S. blames Iran for tanker attacks near Hormuz
The United States accused Iran of orchestrating attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. The Front Altair burned after the strike and the Kokuka Courageous sustained damage as Navy rescuers aided both vessels. Pompeo cited intelligence in backing Washington’s assessment of Iranian involvement.
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Springtime Market and Classic Arcade Day
A community event at Town Square runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. with goods for sale at 213 West Texas Avenue while Britton Park hosts a bike ride starting at 9 a.m. at 1305 Arizona Street. The Game Preserve at 473 Sawdust Road offers a $15 daily or $35 monthly all access arcade pass featuring Asteroids and other retro games, promising a nostalgic outing.
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White House press secretary Sarah Sanders to leave post
President Donald Trump announced Sanders will exit her role at month end and urged her to consider returning to Arkansas to seek a governor's post. She spoke emotionally of the honor of serving, cited family time needs, and did not preclude future public office.
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Abbott extends Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order to extend the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners through September 2021 after lawmakers did not renew its term. The move preserves licensing and certifications to ensure health and safety across Texans services and institutions. The PHCC praised the action and pledged ongoing collaboration with the governor and lawmakers during the Sunset process.
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Garth Road link extended to connect major routes
The continued project on Garth Road aims to create a road to access stores like Kroger and Academy without using Garth Road itself. The second phase of the San Jacinto Boulevard project is underway with a September completion target. It will connect San Jacinto with Bush Road at West Cedar Bayou Lynchburg, forming a continuous route from I-10 to Baker Road.
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Baytown Lawsuit Unaffected by New Insurance Fee Rule
Governor Abbott signed a law shielding insurers from denying legitimate claims but Baytown’s suit against Battalion Chief Patrick Mahoney over thyroid cancer remains unchanged. The city seeks future clarification on workers’ comp coverage while the cancer is not on the new presumptive list, says spokesperson Natasha Barrett.
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Abbott signs 1.6 billion storm resilience plan in Houston
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a 1.6 billion storm and flood resilience package in Houston to bolster defenses after Hurricane Harvey. The measure aims to limit future flood damage amid projections of more frequent disasters, with Harvey causing 68 deaths and about 125 billion dollars in losses.
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Georgia escapee caught in Texas after long chase
23 year old John Charles Demore Jr. who fled custody in Coweta County Georgia nearly two years ago was arrested in Texas on Sunday according to AP reporting by News outlets. The suspect was apprehended after a lengthy manhunt spanning state lines and law enforcement agencies.
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Baytown Seeks Entries for July Fourth Parade
Baytown Parks and Recreation invites entries for the July 4 parade with no registration fee. The deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, June 28. Groups should contact 281-420-6597 or showtele.williams@baytown.org for details.
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