Houston Ship Channel area shoots up ozone levels
Industrial facilities along the Houston Ship Channel in Deer Park drive the region’s ozone problem due to high hydrocarbon reactivity. Brookhaven scientist Peter Daum spoke at Rice University on air quality, citing a 16 month study across Phoenix Nashville Philadelphia New York and Houston.
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Vaccination urged as best defense against influenza
The CDC emphasizes influenza vaccination as the best way to prevent flu and its serious complications. Dr. Walter Orenstein notes vaccines curb illness, while Baytown resident Jake Parrish plans to get a flu shot. High risk groups include those 65 plus with chronic diseases or undergoing treatment. Local clinics and doctors offer vaccines.
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Coat drive aims to warm Baytown community this winter
Love INC Bay Area Outreach Center and San Jacinto Mall join The Baytown Sun to sponsor a holiday coat drive. Beginning Sunday the program provides warm jackets to local adults and children as temperatures drop, ensuring access to needed outerwear through community effort.
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Coat drive gathers donations across Bay Area churches
Love INC coordinates a community coat drive with drop points at Curves San Jacinto Mall WalMart and numerous churches in Mont Belvieu and Baytown. The collection runs through November 4 with Rev. Tommy Meekins noting past totals of about 1,000 coats yearly and aiming for similar turnout this year.
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Water district reopens bond bid for 1.6 million upgrades
Harris County Freshwater Supply District 27 plans a second vote on a 1.6 million bond to replace Cedar Bayou Lynchburg Road pipe from Wade Road to North Reddell, add a lift station and new sewer lines as part of a long overdue district water system upgrade. District financial adviser Bill Blutci notes a renewed push after a September 13 defeat.
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Water district election and bond plan debated
The district sets the November 4 election with early voting from Monday at the district office 5534 Wade Road. About 20 customers and 500 voters are in the district as officials discuss financing with tax bonds to educate residents and influence public opinion.
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Public Safety Recognition Dinner Honors Baytown Workers
The Baytown Chamber of Commerce hosts the 44th Annual Public Safety Recognition Dinner tonight from 6 30 to 9 p m at the Baytown Fair Grounds. Awards of Excellence will go to outstanding safety and law enforcement personnel. Tickets are 4 0 dollars and available at 4721 Garth Road. Call 231 422 8359 for details.
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Rebel cheerleaders lead Lee College vs Blinn in arena
Rebel cheerleaders from Lee College, the Starz squad of employees, will wear full cheer outfits to boost spirit at Thursday volleyball game against Blinn College. Pictured are Kris Evans, Theresa Jones, Maria Aguirre, Donna DeHoyos, Jane Brody, Debbie Lounsberry, Bonnie Baillio, Mike Spletter, Octavio Herrera, Mary Litton and Don Boggs. Game starts at 7 p.m. in the Lee College Sports Arena.
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