Baytonian's daughter in Hawaii safe after tsunami warning
Baytown resident Mieke Ripke endured a tense wait as an 8 8 magnitude quake off Chile prompted tsunami alerts for Hawaii Guam American Samoa and many Pacific islands. Her daughter Marika on Oahu evacuated to higher ground and later confirmed safe after emails eased worry. Ripke praised Hawaiian officials cautious actions.
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Dems on Ballot Look for Better Turnout in Key Races
Early voting data from Baytown and Chambers County shows a sharp Republican majority. Baytown Courthouse Annex reports 1,202 Republican vs 608 Democratic early votes, while Chambers County totals 2,178 Republicans to 236 Democrats. The imbalance could sway local campaigns including the Precinct 3 Place 2 Justice of the Peace race featuring Denise Graves Dane Listi and Raymond Sanchez Jr.
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Churches unite to help Baytown community effort
More than 200 volunteers from five Baytown United Methodist churches join Saturday and Sunday service projects at 26 sites. Volunteers power wash, paint, clean, repair, and build wheelchair ramps while others visit nursing homes, prepare cards for the military, and honor first responders. John James coordinates the event with help from Baytown United Way Love Inc and Meals on Wheels.
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Couple celebrates 70 years of marriage in heartwarming tribute
Bebo and Noodie Waddell, longtime gardening experts and neighbors, mark seven decades of marriage with a Saturday gathering at Eastside Baptist. High school sweethearts who wed in 1940 say the secret is simple order and harmony, with Noodie noting, She is the boss.
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