Hurricane season forecast for near normal activity
U S forecasters predict a near normal Atlantic season with 10 to 16 named storms, four to eight hurricanes and one to four major storms. Long term averages are 12 named storms, six hurricanes and three majors. Alex appeared in January and Bonnie brushed the Southeast, signaling an early start and unsettled conditions along the coast. The outlook notes climate factors make precise counts uncertain over the six month period.
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Forecast challenges for Atlantic storms this season
NOAA officials caution that storm strikes remain unpredictable even as more tropical storms are forecast than in the past three years. Gerry Bell of the Climate Prediction Center notes variables loom over whether a decades-long high activity era ends. El Nino fades while La Nino looms for peak season August to October, a factor that can dampen hurricane activity.
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Climate Prediction Center
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Horizon magazine highlights summer joys in new issue
The latest Horizon edition spotlights summer joys with feature stories on outdoor activities, local events, and community voices. Readers will find profiles of residents, a calendar of seasonal happenings, and tips for enjoying sunny days across the town.
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Horizon Magazine
Angler Education Highlighted by Nature Center Program
This month the Nature Center hosts an angler education program detailing fish habitats, gear basics, and catch techniques. Spearheaded by local volunteers, the event targets families and aspiring anglers seeking hands on learning and safety tips.
Obituaries for Robert Klaus Turner Barrett and Lowery
Obituaries note the deaths of Robert Ray Klaus Maxine Turner Vickie L. Barrett and Becky Lowery. The notices summarize their passing and pay tribute to their lives, listing affiliations and family mentions where available.
Bible Verse Reference on Jesus Rising from the Dead
A biblical statement cites the God of the fathers raising Jesus from the dead after his crucifixion, noting he was killed by being hung on a tree.
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God of Our Fathers
Jesus
Ceremony honors Baytonians who served Baytown
Baytown residents were honored at Memorial Day services in Bicentennial Park. Organized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Baytown Parks and Recreation, the event spotlighted families with loved ones missing in action. Tom Willing recalled Vietnam era memories as his brother Eddie served in the Marine Corps.
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Eddie Willing
U.S. Marine Corps
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Harry Truman
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Bay Day kicks off Baytown monthly arts showcase
Baytown launches its first monthly Bay Day art showcase at Town Square on Texas Avenue. Tina De La Garza organized the event to give local youth creative space with art, food and music from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at 213 W. Texas Ave. The First Friday style gathering aims to reflect Baytown's diverse culture and bring culture locally, with Bay Day continuing as a popular community venue.
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de la Garza
Town Square
Texas Ave
Annual Memorial Day Service draws crowd at Sterling-White
Attendees crowded the Ster ling White Funeral Home and Cemetery grounds for the annual Memorial Day Service. People found seats or shade along driveways and pavement as speakers reminded that liberty comes at a price paid with blood. See page 3.
Third Baytown Veterans Appreciation Day Planned
Local groups sponsor the third annual Baytown Area Veterans Appreciation Day at VFW Post 912 on June 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A free barbeque lunch, Flag Retirement Ceremony, Presentation of Colors, open car show with People's Choice trophies, raffles, vendors, music, and a WWII exhibit are planned with about 500 attendees expected. The event is led by Jerry Johnson with support from VFW 912, American Legion 323, Vietnam Veterans of America 922, and Disabled American Veterans 126.
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N. Main St
Ken Pridgeon
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post
American Legion
Vietnam Veterans of America
Disabled Veterans of America
Jerry Johnson
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Baytown Kids Meet Animals at Kidz Day Booth
At Town Square on Saturday Baytown Nature Center hosted a booth during Kidz Day put on by Baytown Parks and Recreation. Kaelie Torres pets a turtle while Jeremy Barney and Davian Milan observe nearby.
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Town Square
Baytown Parks and Recreation
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Jeremy Barney
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