Rematch in Baytown District 1 as voting deadline nears
Our view urges registration for the November 5 election stressing every vote matters. It notes Baytown District 1 includes a rematch between Laura Alvarado and Mercedes Renteria, who last faced in 2017, and mentions Beach City voters will decide on a 1.5 percent sales tax.
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How to register to vote in Texas and election notes
Texas registration can be by mail or in person with forms found online at VoteTexas.gov or at local offices such as tax offices, libraries, and driver license offices. Baytown lies in Harris and Chambers counties with early voting starting Oct 21 for the Nov 5 election and ten proposed constitutional amendments including a tax ban and sports funding. David Bloom urges eligible readers to register by Monday and participate in democracy.
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Public Service Note Warns About Unknown Emails
A non political public service message warns computer users to delete suspicious emails and avoid opening attachments or pictures. It notes a phishing style blackmail scheme and advises contacting via phone or traditional mail instead.
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Today in history highlights from 1777 to 2004
On this date Gen George Washington led an assault at Germantown in 1777. In 1861 the U S Navy authorized the first ironclad USS Monitor. In 1970 Janis Joplin was found dead aged 27. In 2004 SpaceShipOne won the Ansari X prize for reaching space. Thought by Louis D Brandeis praises differentiation over uniformity.
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Self-serve tips spark debate at eateries and cleaners
A customer vents about tip suggestions at self-serve and drive thru places, comparing experiences from a Shepherd barbecue joint to a Miller Lite request and a dry cleaner. He argues tips should reflect service quality and hourly wages, not automated prompts. He names Lanny Griffith as an AEL graduate and media mogul.
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Class Reunion Reflections and Weekend Gathering
In a Baytown Sun reminiscence, a Robert E. Lee Class of 1964 alum notes reunions now come every five years, reflects on aging, conformities of youth, and the value of staying connected. The 55th reunion is this Saturday at 6 30 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn Baytown with $55 per person at the door. contact Ginger Stripling at viewpoints baytownsun.com.
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California athletes can be paid under new state law
California enacts a bill allowing college athletes to profit from name image and likeness. The measure passes with bipartisan support and contradicts NCAA rules, signaling a potential national shift. The law takes effect in 2023, giving the NCAA time to craft governing rules.
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