Baytown reviews massive water bill after meter reading spike
City of Baytown audit follows reports of extremely high bills including a $3306.74 Sept bill for a North Alexander Street home. Over 100 complaints since mid September prompt meter tests by Southern Flow and billing software checks by BED ahead of a council report on October 22.
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Baytown
Brian Rigby
North Alexander Street
Pinehurst Graywood
Lakewood
Patti Jett
Southern Flow
Waterfowl duck hunters benefit from wet summer
Waterfowl hunters and duck hunting groups report favorable conditions after a wet summer. Ducks are plentiful across local wetlands and hunting seasons may see strong activity. Officials note ample waterfowl, good habitat, and sustained breeding in regional refuges.
Obituaries Truett Matthews Garcia Gonzalez
Obituary notices honor Truett Carson Matthews Robert Garcia Sr and Jose Olivares Gonzalez. Page 3 reflects brief memorials highlighting their passing and community ties across local institutions. Families, dates, and services are listed in standard obituary format.
Zechariah Verse Exhorts Justice Mercy and Compassion
Bible verse from Zechariah 7 9 10 urges true justice mercy and compassion toward widows orphans foreigners and the poor. It cautions against harboring evil thoughts within hearts.
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Zechariah
Vets Honored at Pct 2 Picnic in Highlands
Hundreds gathered at the San Jacinto Community Center for the Veterans' Picnic hosted by Harris County Precinct 2. A classic car show raffle prizes and Native American dances accompanied an Easter egg hunt for kids. Susanna Courtney won the grand prize, a 32 inch HDTV.
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San Jacinto
Highlands
Harris County
Susanna Courtney
Courtney
Raymond Holub
Holub
Special Olympics Bowling milestone marked in Baytown event
Hattie Brockelman started the annual Special Olympics bowling event at Max Bowl East on Ward Road. From two teams to over 100 bowlers, the Baytown event drew laughter tears and cheers as Baytown Mayor Stephen DonCarlos welcomed athletes from Goose Creek New Caney Humble Sheldon Huffman and Galena Park school districts. Brockelman received a plaque for her dedication noting the 20th year registered with Texas though the event began eight years earlier.
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Hattie Brockelman
Ward Road
Baytown
Stephen DonCarlos
Baytown coat drive underway with many donation points
The 14th annual Love Network coat drive calls for new or gently used coats sweaters and jackets. Drop offs are at The Baytown Sun daily 8 am to 5 pm through Nov 19 and at Texas First Bank Community of Texas Bank and Community Resource Credit Union. Coats for distribution on Dec 2 at Coat of Many Colors Church with details via Love Network 281-422-5683.
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Love Network
Baytown
United Way
Baytown-area
Garth Road
Coat of Many Colors
North Pruett
Joyce Pennington
Gary Englert
Community of Texas Bank
Mike Wilson
Texas First Bank
Rollingbrook Drive
Pennington
Russell Ballard
Community Resource Credit Union
Decker Drive
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