Perry Bell clash signals Texas governor race heats up
Republican Gov. Rick Perry released his first attack ad of the year comparing Democrat Chris Bell's big donor to a shark while Bell accused Perry of mishandling homeland security money. Bell drew a $1 million boost from John O Quinn, with up to $4 million more pledged to fund ads. The spot features Jaws music and targets Bell as a liberal tax raiser, weak on border security and a big spender.
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Texas lawmakers hear pros and cons of school vouchers
A Houston Texas hearing on school vouchers drew about 100 participants with voucher supporters and opponents voicing sharp views. The panel discussed charter and magnet programs, with proponents arguing for parental choice and improved public schools, while opponents warned of drained public funds and lack of accountability.
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Expo showcase builds local network with various vendors
Expo newcomer Caring and Sharing promotes homemaker and companionship services started in June to aid elderly and mobility limited people. Baytown Police support drunk driving awareness while Lee College and San Jacinto Chiropractic offer free EMG scans and health info. Door prizes drew attendees with a 20 inch TV player and a Dell computer prize from Texas Computer Guru.
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Theft of cell phone reported after pickup left unlocked
A man found his cell phone stolen from his pickup after returning from his dog walk in Center Street. a church school principal reported funds raised for a home-in-school program stolen, amount to be determined by audit, and the school asked no police investigation.
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White supremacist threatens residents by phone at apartment complex
A manager at a 6000 block Garth Road apartment complex reported a call at about 2 15 p m Thursday in which a man claiming to belong to a white supremacist group threatened to burn some residents. Police have no leads on the caller’s identity.
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Baytown Police Logged 154 Calls From Thursday to Friday
Between 6 a.m. Thursday and 6 a.m. Friday Baytown Police responded to 154 calls. The incidents included six alarms six assaults two auto thefts five burglaries of autos four burglaries of buildings one complaint of criminal mischief ten forgeries one sexual assault seven thefts one major accident and ten minor accidents.
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Evangelical Christians Derided in White House Says Ex-Aide
Former Bush aide David Kuo claims evangelical Christians were courted for political gain while privately mocked as nuts ridiculous and goofy in the White House. He details staff hostility toward faith based initiatives and says officials were shuffled to boost campaigns before the 2002 elections.
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City council plans district focused newsletter distribution
council members may write 200 word pieces for a citywide newsletter focusing on district activities. Don Murray Capetillo Sheley discuss district readers isolation and citywide updates. Articles verified for accuracy and tone to be apolitical with no advertising.
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Lakewood Neighborhood Association
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Property tax rate debate linked to 2006-07 budget
Jackson notes tax changes depend on appraisal shifts. City sees average home value rise to 100,141 and taxable value to 70,980, meaning homeowners with prior appraisals could face higher bills. seniors and disabled homestead exemptions may reduce tax. Council plans rate adoption Oct. 23, with the 93 million budget hinged on this rate. Rebroadcasts of the meeting air on Time Warner Channel 16.
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