Appointees named to Baytown police advisory panel
Baytown council formed the Baytown Police Advisory Committee formerly the Community Engagement Advisory Committee created in 2019 after the Pamela Turner shooting. Mayor Capetillo and City Manager Davis announced selections by council members and police chief Dougherty for the panel.
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Baytown Cited in BNB Crackdown
The Baytown Sun reports Aurbach targets space rentals used for parties. Baytown and Houston appear on the list of cities with properties suspended for party and event violations.
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Local seamstress gives masks away free to those in need
Fojt crafts unique masks from various patterns including sports themes and crowns royal bags. She gives them away at no charge, aided by husband Edwin Boo Boo Fojt who cuts patterns. They continue sewing daily while demand remains, viewing masks as gifts to help others.
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Baytown area schools report COVID cases and athletic impacts
Baytown area schools show a mix of student and staff cases with Robert E. Lee High School reporting 10 cases, five students and five staff, Goose Creek Memorial adding one student, and Crosby canceling games due to positive tests. Lee’s volleyball team shut down, while broader district totals include 32 Crosby cases and 115 self quarantines across campuses as of late September, with statewide counts of 7620 student and 5227 staff positives.
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ACE Presley backs standards for ACE District alcohol venues
ACE Presley District 2 representative urged the council to establish clear standards for alcohol establishments in the ACE District. Council members backed setting criteria and potential variances, aiming to attract reputable businesses while preserving neighborhood safety. No action was taken as the item remained for discussion.
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Baytown NHRA event set to crown new and returning champs
The Baytown NHRA meet brings back defending pro stock champion Erica Enders who trails Jason Line by two points. Line and Jeg Coughlin plan farewell Baytown appearances as 2020 champion Andrew Hines chases first win. Matt Smith leads Pro Stock Motorcycle with top hopefuls including Scotty Pollacheck.
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Erica Enders
Baytown
Jason Line
Jeg Coughlin
Line
Coughlin
Andrew Hines
Matt Smith
Scotty Pollacheck
Roundup Goose Creek Memorial runners finish strong at Goehring Invitational
Goose Creek Memorial girls place second with 44 points trailing Deer Park 41 while the boys take third as GCM hosts standouts Kayleen Figueroa Gloria Martinez and Darcia Mascorro pace the girls. Isaac Velasquez Fabian Hernandez and Oliver Reyes lead the boys as Deer Park sweeps the titles and REL finishes sixth.
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Animal cruelty probe in Chambers County targets pony theft suspects
Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne said deputies responded to a cruelty to livestock call at a Winnie ranch in the 26900 block of Interstate 10. A horse died after a rope around its neck caused it to lose consciousness. the rope remained on mouth and neck. Investigators seek tips with a reward up to 10000 dollars. Detective Sean Perry at 409 267 2500 leads. Authorities urge public help to catch those responsible.
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VFW Post 912 Turkey Shoot This Weekend
VFW Post 912 in Baytown continues its annual Turkey Shoot on Saturdays and Sundays in October. The event runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 8204 N. Main St with 50 to 70 shoots daily and prizes including brisket smoked turkey pork ribs and other smoked meats. Proceeds fund building projects while social distancing and masks are required. Call 832-984-5852 or visit the post Facebook page for details.
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Crosby Barrett Station Asphalt Roadway Repairs Start
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia announces asphalt roadways repair across Arcadian Garden Barrett Baytown La Porte and Lake Shadows. About 25 miles will be rebuilt with base restoration asphalt overlay and striping. Single lane closures expected during various work stages with completion hoped for early 2021. For more info call 713-274-2222 or visit hcp2.com.
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