Armed but not dangerous man enters Wells Fargo with gun
A 27 year old Baytown resident entered Wells Fargo with a handgun exposed at his waist. Officers said he had a valid Texas handgun license allowing open or concealed carry under certain rules. Wells Fargo asked him to leave. he complied. The bank cited missing postings on prohibiting concealed or open carry as a factor. Bank page 6A.
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BPD warns Baytown on IRS telephone scam
Baytown residents report scam in which impersonators claim to be IRS agents seeking personal data. Sara Poole Smith says four calls in one day and notes the IRS conducts business by mail. Lieutenant Eric Freed explains the scammers lie and urge caution. See scam page 6A.
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REL opens post season play with loss to Porter
REL entered postseason play facing Porter in a tight matchup. Porter pulled ahead in the middle quarters and held on to win as REL struggled to find offense. Key players delivered for Porter while REL battled to close the gap, but the result stood as a 1st round setback.
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Friday sermons offer reflections on biblical life lessons
Local pastors share devotional thoughts and reflections on biblical principles as they apply to everyday life. The notes cover sermons from various churches on Friday, highlighting themes of faith, guidance, and community.
Weather Page Highlight High 73 Low 54 Sunny
The weather page notes a high of 73 and a low of 54 with sunny conditions. Page 2A carries further forecast details.
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Jesus Dies and Temple Curtain Rends in Two
A biblical verse records Jesus crying out, yielding his life, and the temple curtain tearing from top to bottom, signifying a moment of spiritual significance in Matthew 27 50 51a.
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Temple
Baytown Sun Social Media Subtext
Readers are urged to engage with the Baytown Sun on Facebook and Twitter, encouraging likes follows and page activity through standard social media prompts. The note highlights the publication's presence on Facebook at BaytownSun and on Twitter under the handle thebaytownsun.
Baytown Chamber Gala to Honor Leaders at Sylvan Beach Pavilion
The 71st Annual Chairman's Gala of the Baytown Chamber of Commerce occurs Thursday March 31 with social hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. at Sylvan Beach Pavilion. Board Chair Gary Englert will pass the gavel to Brennan Marsh as incoming chair. Keynote speaker Bob Goshen, author and leadership expert, will address attendees. Tickets are limited and available only through the chamber office. no tickets at the door. Contact 281-422-8359 or info@baytownchamber.com for details.
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Goshen
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Chamber Office
Lee College avoids $80,000 street abandonment fee
Lee College may close Hemphill Street to sidestep an $80,000 abandonment fee tied to a street under a Texas Education Code provision. The city sought a permit for a nursing facility from a 2013 bond referendum project, with talks of use agreements for the wellness center and athletic facilities as alternatives.
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John Hopkins
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Baytown
Hopkins
Richard Peebles
De Zavala Elementary embodies esprit de corps story
Seventh in a series explores how De Zavala Elementary built a cooperative culture among teachers students and parents. The spirit extended to the Mexican American community with pride fellowship loyalty and enthusiasm. Alfonso Nava led Boy Scout Troop 172 on campus. See school page 6A.
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Alfonso Nava
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