Free Swim Class Weekend Aims to Prevent Drowning
In Texas drowning is a leading risk for children under 14. The YMCA of Greater Houston hosts a May 6-7 Free Swim Class Weekend across all area YMCAs including Baytown to assess skills, offer trial lessons, and provide drowning prevention tools. Walk-ins welcome if space allows.
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Bridging LC BH divide invites Barbers Hill to unite
A reader suggests Lee College should invite Barbers Hill to join the district to reduce separate identities and strengthen regional representation. The letter implies Barbers Hill may feel underrepresented and would otherwise pursue its own community college.
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Lee College reacts to Barbers Hill community college plan
Community college competition prompts concern at Lee College over enrollment funding and future growth. Residents question impact on Baytown area schools as Barbers Hill expands with subdivisions, stores, and facilities. Local leaders weigh traffic and regional planning implications amid mixed signals from officials.
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Today in History highlights key events across years
On this date 1776 Rhode Island declared independence from England. 1886 Haymarket riot. 1904 Panama Canal ownership transfer. 1932 Al Capone imprisoned. 1961 Freedom Riders begin. 1970 Kent State shootings. Thought for Today by Henry J Kaiser.
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Angel nurse grants new mom rest after birth in Baytown
Baytown resident Lauri Smith shares a personal tribute to a nurse who placed the new mother in a Jacuzzi room for rest after giving birth. The author describes exhaustion, fear of motherhood, and the nurse's compassionate intervention that allowed tears and relief, ending with gratitude for the caring provider. The piece honors nurses as custodians of care and mentions the author’s inspiration to write.
What makes you jump and why we jump daily
A Baytown columnist reflects on fear and thrills, noting irrational fears, daily jumps for energy and small wins in life. He cites scenes from driving, meals, and a new habit of completing tasks, ending with his contact as Bert Marshall of Our-Baytown.com.
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Baytown Sun invites signed letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun publishes original letters and guest columns up to 300 and 500 words respectively. Include writer signature and a non public address and phone number. Submissions may be edited or refused. Send to The Baytown Sun P O Box 90 Baytown TX 77522 or via fax or email sunnews baytownsun com.
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Notice to Advertisers Baytown Sun editors rights
The Baytown Sun reserves the right to edit or cancel any advertisement at any time. If an advertisement is rejected, any deposit will be refunded promptly. Chambers County Weekly will be delivered each Thursday. For delivery concerns contact The Baytown Sun Circulation Department at 281-422-8302, Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm.
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