Storm season Starts June 1 Gulf Coast hurricane prep urged
Residents along the Gulf Coast are urged to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season from June 1 to November 30. Experts predict 17 named storms eight hurricanes and four major hurricanes. Advice covers family plans flood insurance flood warnings and alert subscriptions to boost resilience and reduce risk during severe weather.
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Mowing Sparks Letter About Baytown Flowers
A Baytown reader laments city crews mowing the floral strip along 146 North between Business 146 and Ferry Road. He notes the mowers removed a valued spring display and questions why pruning occurs before seeds mature, urging timing adjustments before summer.
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Baytown
Ferry Road
Texas and U S flags etiquette for May observances
Instructions state how to display the Texas and United States flags on Peace Officer Memorial Day May 15 and Memorial Day May 31. Flags rise briskly to full staff, then fly at half-staff until noon on Memorial Day, after which they return to full staff for the remainder of the day and are at full staff the next day.
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Motherhood vows and a calling beyond compare
Ginger Stripling reflects on motherhood as a unique challenge and calling created by God, noting the patience and guidance needed for children to grow. She recalls her own experience with grandparents aiding her, honors those who raised well, and shares a vow-like passage about dedicating life to a child from birth. A Baytown native now in Mont Belvieu, she invites readers to respond at Baytown Sun.
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Education Spending Versus Outcomes Across States
Dr Steve Showalter argues that high per student spending does not guarantee high achievement. He cites New Jersey Massachusetts Connecticut New Hampshire and Vermont as top performers with $16 000 to $20 000 per student, while Texas spends $9600 and ranks 35th. He notes New York at $24000 yet only 19th and Utah at $7600 yet 21st. He attributes varied results to immigrant populations poverty and cost of living. He warns that spending must accompany effective policy and reduced testing rigidity.
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On This Date In History 1607 To 1925 Highlights
A concise roundup of key events from 1607 Virginia colonists arrival to 1925 remarks including the five cent cigar quip and political figures. Notable items cover Jamestown origins, Mexican war declaration, early airmail stamps, the 1973 Battle of the Sexes, the 1981 Papal shooting, MOVE confrontation aftermath, and Katrina era Tulane tribute led by former presidents.
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