House backs refinery building despite heated floor fight
The House narrowly passed a bill to aid building new refineries by streamlining permits and opening federal lands, provoking a late scramble as GOP members switched votes to avoid defeat. Democrats cried foul while Bush applauded the move, arguing it would ease fuel costs and boost refining capacity amid Katrina and Rita disruptions.
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Opryshek crowned queen of Mardi Gras membership drive
Baytown Chamber of Commerce named Carole Opryshek Mardi Gras queen for the annual drive aimed at boosting membership. Members earn chances for prizes by selling a membership and submitting the application to the chamber office, with Fat Tuesday November 15 the deadline.
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Hispanic Chamber Lunch Features Apodaca On Latino Impact
Ed C Apodaca UH vice president will speak at the Hispanic Chamber luncheon focusing on Hispanic-Latino contributions to Texas and the U S with emphasis on education. Outstanding Baytown Hispanics to be recognized. Luncheon 11 30 a m at Goose Creek Country Club Sun Deck Room. Lunch 15 per person or 25 with a guest. Reservations advised 281 422 6908 281 427 8988 heegbjuno com. Lee College SBDC hosts a 7 9 a m business breakfast at Backdraft Barbeque Highlands guest speaker Constable Ken Jones on hot checks. Breakfast 5 with reservation 8 without. Call 281 425 6556 or 281 425 6309.
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Baytown permits total 1.81 million for Sept 29 to Oct 6
Baytown Inspection Division issued permits for the period totaling 1,806,555. New commercial projects valued at 1,300,000 include 4849 North Highway 146 for a Walgreens Pharmacy with bid contracts pending. Residential permits total 440,265 for new homes and 46,876 for remodels and add-ons.
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Week in Review Dow Jones Week Ending October 7
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 276.39 points to 10,292.31 for the week ending Friday October 7. The market previously hit a record high of 11,722.98 on January 14, 2000.
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