Baytown Sun reveals new masthead and layout changes
The Baytown Sun unveils a refreshed masthead and revised page design. Community pages move to 2A, editorial focus shifts toward local content, Sun files returns on 4A, and readers are invited to submit photos and ideas. Wanda See comments on ongoing improvements and Baytown Sun’s web site.
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Baytown food pantry shut over health and code violations
The Rev. Elbert Allison's Miracle Restoration Fellowship Mission must cease operations of its food pantry after Baytown health inspectors found defective freezers, rodent droppings, an unsound leaking roof, rust on canned goods, and no food distribution permit. The ramshackle facility at 1600 block of Pruett Street also houses a homeless shelter and clothes bank.
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Hill Lumber: Mont Belvieu’s enduring hardware corner
Rob Firewater, with over two decades in hardware commerce, manages Hill Lumber the oldest operating business in Mont Belvieu. Located at FM 565 north and Barbers Hill Main Street, the aqua-blue shop preserves country charm amid modern industry. See MANAGER on Page 6A.
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Goose Creek District Eyes Third High School Plan
Goose Creek school board members and administrators floated adding a third high school this week, leaving the rezoning committee puzzled about the changes. A board member had previously argued the district could not fund another facility due to operating costs.
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Goose Creek district eyes third high school to meet demand
At Monday night’s meeting district officials expressed confidence in supporting a third high school. Toby York, assistant superintendent of personnel, credited the district’s financial methods and said Goose Creek will do whatever it takes to make a third facility work, though he cautioned about limitations.
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Water district bond passes on second try near Baytown
Harris County Fresh Water District No 27 wins a tax increase 55 to 46 to issue 1.57 million dollars in bonds for sewer line replacement along Cedar Bayou Lynchburg Road and a new lift station. Taxes double for most homes with a 45 000 dollar taxable value rising from 157.50 to 315 annual. The district covers about 1412 acres near Baytown outside city limits.
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