Memorial Day talk recalls Sullivan brothers sacrifice
U S Representative Ted Poe spoke at Veterans Plaza about war’s heartbreak and sacrifice during Baytown Memorial Day ceremonies. He highlighted five Sullivan brothers from Iowa who died together after serving in the USS Juneau, stressing themes of loyalty and courage amid loss.
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Barbers Hill ISD Bond Projects Move Toward Start
Barbers Hill ISD plans bond funded work beginning after school dismissal. A $9.8 million Prop Two package funds Eagle Stadium upgrades including bleacher and restroom additions, a press box, turf and drainage improvements, and a new concession stand. Subcontractor bids open June 9 with initial construction to follow, aimed for completion by early September 2011 alongside a 29,000 square foot high school expansion for band, dance, and theater arts spaces.
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Primeaux and Boyd Named Goose Creek CISD Teachers of the Year
Evah Leigh Primeaux of Stephen F. Austin is Elementary Teacher of the Year and Brenda Boyd of Goose Creek Memorial High is Secondary Teacher of the Year for Goose Creek CISD. They will advance to the 2011 Region IV Education Service Center competition. Faith Smith-Chew won the James Becker Thomson Award for excellence in special education.
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