Storms flood Baytown area with tornado warnings issued
Heavy rain pounds Baytown and surrounding areas with reports of tornadoes and flooding. NWS issued a tornado warning for Baytown Mont Belvieu and Morgan's Point effective until 3 30 pm. Flash flood warnings covered Harris and Chambers counties until 6 15 pm. A tornado touched down in southwest Houston. Baytown saw high water on Spur 330 Rollingbrook and Main Street corridors.
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Shining Star BJS Educator Named Top Special Ed Teacher
At BJS, a distinguished special education educator is hailed as the top teacher of the year, recognized for innovative methods and dedicated service. The award highlights impact on students, families, and the school community, with praise from administrators and peers.
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Sun announces its girls All-Area squad
The Sun reveals its Girls All-Area selections highlighting top U S players and notable performances. Bold standouts from prominent programs head the list with recognition for high scoring defense and leadership across the region.
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Sun invites photo submissions and prints for publication
The Sun welcomes photo submissions for possible publication and invites readers to email photos to david.bloombay townsun.com or deliver prints to the Sun offices at 1301 Memorial Drive.
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Prayer Verse from Ephesians 3 16 17
A Bible verse contemplates the apostle Paul praying for believers to be strengthened by the Spirit and for Christ to dwell in their hearts through faith, rooted in rich divine grace and spiritual power.
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Portrait artist Ken Pridgeon earns Baytown Citizen of the Year
Ken Pridgeon, 81, known for painting portraits of fallen soldiers since 2010, received 2017 Baytown Sun Citizen of the Year at a Sun office ceremony. He said he never dreamed of such honor and that his portraits connect him to many war families across Texas.
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Fate of Texas Ave gallery uncertain
Baytown 2017 Citizen of the Year Ken Pridgeon may have to move his Portrait of a Warrior Memorial Art Gallery from Texas Avenue as demand overwhelms the current space. Builders offer a 20 acre La Porte site to relocate, with a new Gilley’s planned in the development.
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Rotary Club Donates 3000 to Baytown Meals on Wheels
The Rotary Club of Baytown gave 3000 in a district grant to Baytown Meals on Wheels at a Wednesday meeting. Director Ron Parker said funds buy meals and reduce the waiting list, following a prior 5000 donation in November.
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Relay for Life Bank Night set for Tuesday in Bay Area
The Bay Area Relay for Life plans a Bank Night on Tuesday April 4 from 4 to 6 pm at Community Resource Credit Union 2900 Decker Drive. Eight days before the 19th annual Relay at Royal Purple Raceway 2525 FM565, 70 teams are registered with $153795 raised. The April 7 event runs 6 pm to midnight featuring games, merchandise, raffles, food and survivor celebrations including a 6:15 pm survivor lap.
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Suspect's dog bites Baytown officer during arrest
Baytown officers confront a debt suspect at a Dollar General at 400 block N Alexander Dr. A pit bull attacked a police hand injuring an officer while attempting to arrest a female suspect identified as Kasey Thompson, THOMpson, and Dustin McCoy, 33, for shoplifting. The officer required hand surgery.
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