Shaken baby case under new appeal review by high court
Brandy Briggs, 24, serving five years of a 17 year sentence for recklessly injuring her son in 1999, faces fresh briefs as the state’s Court of Criminal Appeals orders new filings from her defense attorney and the prosecutor. Briggs spent Saturday in prison while her attorney traveled to Hollywood with a script for a movie based on the case. Her mother, Shelbia Goss, says Briggs is overwhelmed by the situation and hopes for release as attorneys dispute the court’s rare order and the effectiveness of prior representation.
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Cruisers Return To Baytown Texas Avenue In Nostalgic Drive
Dale Hughes leads about 50 classic cars on a Baytown Texas Avenue cruise reviving the mid 1950s to early 1980s era when teens teased traffic and stopped at Herrings Drug Store and Paul’s Tasty Freeze. Spectators line sidewalks as couples recall meeting their high school sweethearts during weekend cruises.
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Debate Over Job Order Contracting At Lee College
Texas educators and Baytown officials debate job order contracting with Halliburton KBR on a $255,350 gymnasium and natatorium renovation. Regent Mark Hall questioned carpet costs, prompting an audit request by Lee College President Martha Ellis via TCPN amid concerns about local subcontractor involvement.
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Baytown Approves Limited Purpose Annexations and Partnerships
Baytown City Council authorized limited purpose annexations with Lake Municipal Utility District and Chambers County MUD No 1 near I 10 Spur 330 and Thompson Road. The plan excludes residential services but shares sales taxes, aiming to spur growth with about 800 homes and new retail interest including Conn’s on Garth Road. Public hearings were held for Hunters Chase and Country Meadows developments. no opposition was voiced.
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