Confessions of a veteran newsman and readers choice nod
A veteran reporter recalls pre computer days, tough assignments, and how precision mattered in coverage. He describes early wedding notices, a public hearing on flood plains, and a rise to credibility. He thanks readers for The Sun's Readers Choice Awards.
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Explorers win multiple trophies at Katy ISD competition
Baytown Police Explorers Post 1255, from Baytown, Texas, competed at the fifth annual Katy ISD Explorer Competition on May 1 against 20 plus posts. Four teams earned top finishes in events such as accident investigation, bus assault, crime scene investigation, building search, felony traffic stop and active shooter in school.
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Leo Hernandez
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Jonathan Clark
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Amber Carrow
Ashley Hodges
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Aaron Dugat
Crystal Morales
Anthony Aulds
Cleo Olivares
Belinda Hernandez
Jennifer Daniels
Baytown
Community calendar items and meetings listed for local residents
A packed schedule lists a diabetes support group at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital Alexander campus from 6 30 to 7 30 p m led by Dr Kaul, a candidate forum at Missouri Street Church of Christ at 7 p m, and Tuesday storytime at Sterling Municipal Library from 10 15 to 11 45 a m for ages 3 to 6. Other events include chamber lunch at Eagle Police Recreation Complex, Bible study at Wayne Gray Sports Complex, Happy Quilters at Wayne Gray Recreational Center, Saytown Duplicate Bridge Club at Remington Park, free GED classes at J D Walker Center, Crosby Library children's programs, Family History Center open hours, Baytown senior center activities, NAMI meeting at The Baytown Sun, West Baytown Civic Association meeting, Plumwood Eva Maud Garden Club, and a business breakfast at LA Crespo Funeral Home with a small business development workshop. Contact numbers provided for more information.
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Weather Watch: Showers Likely with Mild Thunderstorms
Mostly cloudy conditions with showers and thunderstorms likely. Highs around 80 and lows in the upper 60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with a 60 percent rain chance. Sunrises around 6:29 AM and sunsets near 8:03 PM. tides low at 9:45 AM and high at 6:59 PM.
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Wednesday Things to look for in This Week
A compact preview highlights key items this week across politics, culture, and community events. It flags notable meetings, product launches, school events, and local happenings to watch, with brief context and expected dates for added planning.
Baytown Sun Delivery Timetable and Redelivery Policy
The Baytown Sun advises readers to expect delivery by 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday. If the paper is late, call 425-8048 by 10 a.m. to arrange re delivery.
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Obituary notices for Daniels Duncan Rosenzweig Sorrels
Death notices list Joseph Harold Chow Daniels Louise Strauss Duncan Dorothy Gross Rosenzweig and Frances L Green Sorrels in today’s Page 6B obituaries. Names appear with brief identifiers pending full details. These notices announce passings and related memorial information expected in subsequent columns.
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Chow) Daniels
Louise Strauss Duncan
Dorothy Gross Rosenzweig
Frances L
Green) Sorrels
Interesting hobby story idea request from Baytown Sun
A reader pitch requests unusual hobbies and personal stories for The Baytown Sun. Send story ideas to David Bloom at 130 Memorial Drive Baytown Texas or email david-bloom baytownsun com with contact details.
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Sun invites readers to submit photos for possible publication
The Sun invites readers to share standout photos by emailing them to Managing Editor David Bloom at david.bloombaytownsun.com or sending prints to the Sun offices at 1301 Memorial Drive Baytown Texas 77520.
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Salvador Dali Quote About Perfection
Quotable line from Salvador Dali notes that perfection is unattainable and fear of it is unfounded. The Spanish artist born 1904 and died 1989 is cited for the remark.
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Do All to the Glory of God Verse Quote
A concise Bible verse exhortation from First Corinthians chapter ten urging that every act including eating and drinking be done for the glory of God. The message emphasizes humble conduct and devotion in daily choices.
Corrections Policy Notice Published by The Baytown Sun
The Baytown Sun states corrections and clarifications are published in this space and invites inquiries by calling managing editor David Bloom at 281 425 8016 or via david.bloom baytownsun.com.
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Barbers Hill Teams Face Regional Playoff Challenges
Friday action features Barbers Hill softball facing Elgin in the regional quarterfinals while the baseball squad meets Navasota in an area round contest. Both games continue a week of playoff play for the district teams and will determine advancement.
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