Jim Finley retires as editor amid staff reshuffle
Jim Finley retires from his role as Managing Editor. Jay Eshbach and M. A. Bengtson begin transitions with Luke Hales joining the team as Assistant Managing Editor to support ongoing newsroom changes.
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Baytown Sun cheers volunteers and community service
The Baytown Sun honors the North Carolina Baptist Men for aiding Hurricane Ike victims with cooking, laundry, and debris removal. It also salutes Somebody Cares America volunteers for Oak Island relief efforts, Dr. Eddie Davis and late Polly Davis for mentorship, Exxon Mobil Day of Caring workers, Margie Hartrick for voter access, and Baytown Lions Club’s 80 years of service.
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Bombers and ballots in the Obama Ayers debate era
The piece argues Obama faced Republican claims linking him to William Ayers, a former Weather Underground member who bombed the Pentagon. It notes Obama’s limited ties, Obama’s evasive replies, and Republican rhetoric portraying Obama as dangerous. It cites reactions from Palin supporters, media figures, and commentators about incendiary political discourse.
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Clinton
Government Officials Contact Information and Newspaper Contacts
Government officials listed include President George W Bush Vice President Dick Cheney and Senators and Representatives with phone and fax numbers. Baytown Sun staff contact names and roles are shown including Publisher Cliff Clements Business Manager Sandy Denson Circulation Manager Joshua Hart Advertising Director Gordon Gallatin and newsroom and guest column guidelines. The Sun invites letters and guest columns with word limits and photo requirement.
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McCain’s Fumbles and the Final Debate Loss
A reflective critique after the 2008 presidential debates argues John McCain failed to pivot from negative tactics, allowing Barack Obama to appear more substantive. The piece compares McCain to a late game turnover and urges a positive closing sprint to avoid damaging his legacy.
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