Shutdown hits Baytown as federal shutdown persists
The eighth day of the federal government shutdown seen in Baytown brings grant delays to the city manager's office affecting law enforcement and fire protection equipment purchases. Lee College officials warn of potential Pell grant disruptions and prompt measures to avoid gaps in student aid. SEE SHUTDOWN PAGE 5A
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Lee College
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Alzheimer's Walk sign up closing in Baytown event
Members of the Pilot Club of Baytown and supporters invite participation in the Walk to End Alzheimer's at Bayland Park on Highway 146 near the Fred Hartman Bridge. Registration starts early morning. noncompetitive event with breakfast provided by local businesses and volunteers. Proceeds aid local programs in Harris County and nearby areas.
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Highway 146
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Jack Adcox
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Raymond Gonzales
Highlands Food Town
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Alzheimer’s Association
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Barrett Station church marks 137 years of ministry
Barrett Station's Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church celebrates its 137th anniversary with an 11 a.m. service and 3 p.m. celebration at 12418 Crosby Lynchburg Road. The weeklong event opens Oct 12 with hymn workshops led by Rev. Will Davis and features Rev. C Carter Rev. T Johnson Rev. D Z Cofield and Rev. Isreal Holmes who notes lasting congregation and a long-gone pastor who built toward a new sanctuary completed under Holmes’ leadership.
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Leola Singleton
Barrett Station
Singleton
Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church
Shiloh Missionary
Crosby Lynchburg Road
C. Carter
T. Johnson
D.Z. Cofield
Isreal Holmes
Holmes
G. S. Mathews
Baytown Health and Safety Fair Saturday at Goose Creek Memorial
The 4th annual Baytown Health and Safety Fair runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Goose Creek Memorial High School. Vendors health screenings and activities including an obstacle course fire trucks police vehicles ambulance and a rock climbing wall will be present. Free T shirts for the first 250 kids.
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Goose Creek Memorial High School
Wallisville Road
Christmas on Texas Avenue seeks homegrown acts for Baytown event
Organizers of Christmas on Texas Avenue invite non profit and school groups to perform at the December 7 festival. Santa will visit the Art Center of Baytown while bands choirs and theater groups are invited to apply for about six 15 to 20 minute slots with a $200 donation per group and a schedule from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Elizabeth Caldwell at 281 652 6454 for details.
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