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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 2006
Page
6
Wanda Garner Cash, editor and publisher, and Kim Finley, retired managing editor, are noted in this newsroom masthead summary. Doyle Barlow remains sports editor.
Editorial urges City Council to appoint knowledgeable Baytown citizens to the Crime Control and Prevention District and the Fire Control EMS District boards. Voters approved both one-eighth cent sales taxes in May, with about 750000 in annual revenue expected. each seven-member board will have two-year staggered terms and must reside in Baytown. The piece argues citizen participation improves public debate and avoids council monopolies.
A post September 11 political climate turns the 2002 election into a test of President Bush. GOP efforts, DeLay's redistricting, and concerns over Iraq shape votes in Texas and beyond, while Americans weigh troop deaths and debt against tax cuts. The stirring runoff may alter future power in Congress and Bush’s standing.
Joshua Rodriguez writes to Edmund Jennings praising his leadership in Iraq and recalling a 2003 incident on guard duty at a building clearing where Edmund’s quick judgment and calm under pressure helped save him. He emphasizes their four year friendship and Jennings’ uplifting influence.
The writer endorses keeping a Mustang on display at Baytown Motors, expresses regular views of the car and shop, and suggests painting a custom color to match the shop. They say they would miss the vehicle if it disappeared and hope it stays where it is.
A sister appeals for thorough review of the police report and online records describing the car and witnesses. She urges the community to unite, emphasizing this could be any child and calling for the offender to be jailed.
Sam Estrada seeks support to fund a new Lee Gander mascot costume. Alumni are urged to donate, even a dollar, to boost Lee spirit. Interested donors contact David Bloom at 281-425-8016 or david.bloom baytownsun.com.
Government officials list U S leaders and Texas state officers with phone numbers and web addresses to locate district representatives. It includes President Vice President Senators Congress members Governor Lieutenant Governor Attorney General Comptroller Land Commissioner Agriculture Commissioner and state senators and representatives with contact details.
Publisher Wanda Garner Cash and staff provide newsroom and advertising contacts. Listings include Publisher and editors with emails and roles at Baytown Sun and Baytownsuri.
The Baytown Sun provides contact numbers for departments and a 300 word limit for letters and 500 word limit for guest columns. Submissions must be signed and include a return address and phone number. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom or via fax or email at sunnews baytownsun com.
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