Texas Constitution Amendments on November 5 Ballot
Summary of early voting and the first five proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution. Propositions cover municipal judge multi-office allowed, and issuing up to 200 million in water development bonds for economically distressed areas. Background from Texas Legislative Council and House Research Organization outlines supporters and opponents.
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Today in History highlights key events across years
On this date in history the Continental Congress ordered a naval fleet in 1775 the executive mansion cornerstone was laid in 1792 Texas ratified a state constitution in 1845 and the third JFK Nixon televised debate occurred in 1960 Nixon in LA Kennedy in New York plus a Thought for Today: a hero is a man who is afraid to run away.
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Art League Gallery Offers Weekend Hours and Tours
The Art Gallery invites visitors with hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. It’s a welcoming space to view art and potentially join in creating art.
Texas Battleship Refit Timeline From 1988 Tow to 2017 Leaks
A Baytown report traces the Texas battleship from its 1988 tow to Todd Shipyards through a 1990 refit and public reopening, then notes 2010 to 2017 leaks and closures. It projects another drydocking to replace the hull below the waterline in Louisiana, Alabama, or Florida.
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59th Anniversary Love Story From Bay City
Jim Finley recalls his 59 year marriage to Margie, detailing early courtship, family opposition, and a wedding at Holy Cross Church in Bay City. He notes past trouble with her mother Annie and his own Sweeny Boy stereotypes, ending with their enduring devotion and his role as retired editor of The Sun.
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