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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 2013
Page
4
Janie Gray, publisher of The Sun, reflects on 34 years with the Baytown Sun paper, the back warehouse emptying after years of use, plans to lease 18,000 sq ft, and the shift from print to online and mobile apps while preserving memories of press days and changes in the industry.
A veteran reporter Rosalie Myers inspired early hours of archival inquiry, sharing Depression era newsroom conditions and Goose Creek politics with tales of rival cities and a kidnapping escape. B.B. Williams offered views on Tri-Cities infrastructure and lighthearted mischief, while W.T. Atwood guided archaeology from Cedar Bayou to Karankawa ceramics, all shaping a lifelong passion for history and mentorship. Wanda Orton, retired editor, invites readers to contribute at viewpoints baytownsun.com.
Jim Finley recalls Kamille Erikson eight receiving First Communion at St John The Evangelist Church with family pride and light humor. He notes past Falynn Jackson events, parroting family rituals and minor church quirks, including leaving after Communion. Finley, retired editor of The Baytown Sun, reflects on faith, memory, and shared moments.
Benaya Hill a Goose Creek Memorial sophomore and Baytown Youth Advisory Commission member describes volunteering at the Special Olympics held at Goose Creek Memorial. She recalls cheering finishers serving food and meeting athletes who stayed joyful, noting everyone won and medals were given to all.
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