Baytown voters head to polls for GCCISD and regent bids
Election Day runs 7 am to 7 pm Saturday in Baytown area. Goose Creek CISD has four candidates for two trustee seats: incumbent Gigi Cockrell seeks District 4, opposed by Richard Clem. District 5 candidates are Terry Neworski and Ben Pape. Lee College regents race features four candidates: incumbents Judy Jirrell and Wayne Gray, plus Gilbert Santana and Gina Rivon. Regents serve six years with top three elected.
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Barbers Hill ISD Bond Decision Heads to Voters
Voters in Chambers County will decide Barbers Hill ISD's largest bond election Saturday, alongside Mont Belvieu and Anahuac local races. The $120 million proposal covers a new Early Childhood Center and middle school additions with no tax increase, reflecting over 25 years of growth and 2,212 new students since 2004. Carla Rabalais, BHISD communications director, calls it the district's largest bond to date.
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Baytown Aggies Host Annual Community Event
The Baytown Aggies organize their annual community event on Page 2A, inviting residents and local groups to participate in activities, speeches, and refreshments to celebrate the season and strengthen neighborhood ties.
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Barbers Hill Opens Area Round Softball Play
Barbers Hill High School heads into Area Round softball action as the team aims for advancement in the regional tournament. The Cheiftains seek a strong showing against a tough opponent, hoping to capitalize on late-season momentum and secure a spot in the next round.
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Obituaries for John L. Lewis and Others on Page 3A
Obituary notices for John L. Lewis Larry J. Davis Thomas Alvin Roan and Clifford R Michalsky Peggy A Gizewski appear on page 3A. The brief notices list names and indicate memorial offerings or services to be announced locally.
Four Living Creatures Sing Holy Holy to the Lord
A biblical verse describes four living beings with six wings covered in eyes. They continually proclaim Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty who was and is and is to come.
Baytown Animal Services faces reform after advisory panel
Baytown Animal Control Advisory Committee and a sub-committee of welfare professionals reported improvements for Baytown Animal Services. They cited reducing unnecessary euthanasia, improving leadership, facility upgrades, policy changes, and stronger public education.
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Babin backs replacement as Obamacare repeal passes
Baytown area Representative Brian Babin voted yes on the Affordable Health Care Act replacement, joining Republicans after a 217-213 House vote. Babin, R-Woodville, said the measure advances promised conservative solutions and health care relief amid rising premiums and canceled plans. He represents the 36th District, including Baytown and East Texas.
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Shrimp and Catfish Festival Returns to Royal Purple Raceway
Baytown Rotarians prepare for the eighth annual Shrimp and Catfish Festival this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Royal Purple Raceway. A $10 meal ticket covers a large serving of shrimp, fried catfish, coleslaw, french fries and a drink to support Rotary efforts.
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