Chambers Co approves 9.8 million tax notes for capital projects
Chambers County commissioners on September 27 approved 9.8 million in tax notes to fund capital assets and potential land for a new justice center and jail. Assistant Budget Officer Aaron Thomas said tax notes differ from bonds as they do not require voter approval and are paid via property tax. County Judge Jimmy Sylvia cited three funding options and noted an interest rate of 1.22 percent. Proposed projects include Winnie Stowell arena at 2 million and Winnie Library at 1.2 million, among others.
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Sterling GCM to battle for first district win
Sterling High faces off with GCM for the season’s first district victory on Friday. The contest pits two regional rivals as both sides seek footing in the district standings. Coaches emphasize defense and timely scoring as the key to securing an early lead in the race for the playoffs.
Obituaries List Francis Louis Rucka Lester Earl Stacher
Page 3A obituary notices include Francis Louis Rucka Lester Earl Stacher Joe F Nelson Terry William Anderson. Names indicate multiple memorial items and family notices published in this edition.
Bible Verse Blessings Crown the Righteous
A brief biblical verse notes blessings resting on the righteous. It contrasts this with violence that conquers the mouth of the wicked. The line emphasizes moral contrast and righteousness over cruelty.
Baytown Sun Social Media Prompt
A brief note directs readers to like the Baytown Sun on Facebook and follow on Twitter, naming the social handles for Baytown area readers. The item rests as a compact public notices snippet with no further details or events attached.
Old River-Winfree Founders Day Honors PFC Riggs
The Founders Day event in Old River-Winfree returns with a patriotic family theme from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Old River Community Building on FM 565 North. Proceeds benefit the Veterans Administration Fisher House Houston in memory of PFC Wesley Riggs, a Barbers Hill graduate killed in Iraq in 2005. Mariah Murphy notes free rides for kids and a patriot dress-up show with a trophy for the winner. Ken Pridgeon manages the Portrait of a Warrior Memorial.
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REL and GCM bands to host first joint marching contest
The Robert E. Lee and Goose Creek Memorial High School bands will co host a marching competition at Stallworth Stadium this Saturday at 3 p.m. It is a fundraiser for both bands with $15 admission. Donations of drinks snacks and supplies are requested and can be dropped at either band hall.
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ExxonMobil Baytown refinery manager Matt Crocker moving on
Matt Crocker, Baytown Refinery Manager since August 2014, is moving to a strategy role at ExxonMobil's Spring campus. Dan Helgesen will assume the refinery manager post, bringing experience as plant process operations chief, while Crocker recalls Baytown as a world class site and notes fond memories.
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Subway robbery suspect arrested in Baytown case
A 17 year old Baytown resident Adrian Romero was charged Thursday in the Sept 26 Subway robbery in the 7000 block of Highway 146. He allegedly entered wearing a hooded sweatshirt gloves and a bandana over his face and demanded money. He is also tied to a similar North Alexander Drive robbery in Harris County. Police expect charges on that case soon.
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Pumpkin patches open around Baytown this October
Several pumpkin patches will operate in the Baytown area this October. First United Methodist Church at 10629 Eagle Drive will run daily hours 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 to 7 p.m. on Sundays. Pumpkin prices range from 50 cents to 30 dollars.
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Beauty Will Rise hosts Human Trafficking 101 Forum
Beauty Will Rise members hold a Human Trafficking 101 Community Event at 10 a.m. Saturday at Baytown Community Center 2407 Market Street. The nonprofit group raises awareness, assists trafficking victims, and partners with the Baytown police domestic violence unit to educate the public.
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