Baytown council urged to back enforceable smoking ban
The Baytown Sun reports council pledges by Mercedes Renteria III Scott Sheley Lynn Caskey and Sammy Mahan oppose amending the voter approved smoking ban while Councilman Brandon Capetillo withholds support for changing the citizen initiative. The paper cautions about enforceability and potential lawsuits if the ordinance passes and urges cross aisle leadership to save time and money.
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Fast food nation and the rise of quick meals
An editorial by Courtney Hillier argues that rapid living has pushed families toward fast food, contributing to obesity. It contrasts past home cooked meals with modern eating habits and urges awareness and moderation, recommending healthier snacks like apples and limiting fast food intake.
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Baytown Smoking Ordinance Sparks Compassionate Debate
Residents and leaders clash over a proposed ban with exceptions for hospital psychiatric units and nursing homes. Proponents cite compassion and reduced health risks while opponents call for a universal ban, arguing rights and enforcement concerns.
SmokeFree Baytown ordinance supports children's right to clean air
In Baytown a voter urges support for the SmokeFree Baytown ordinance on the November ballot. The writer argues bans on public smoking protect children from secondhand smoke and that adults should not impose smoke in public enclosed spaces. The piece frames the issue as a matter of protecting children who cannot vote.
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Government officials contact list snapshot
A compact roster of federal and state officials with phone and fax numbers including President George W Bush Vice President Dick Cheney Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison Senator John Cornyn Representative Ted Poe Representative Ron Paul Representative Gene Green and others with web links referenced.
Baytown Sun contacts and staff roles listed
The Baytown Sun names Clifton E. Clements publisher Sandy Denson business manager David Bloom managing editor and the newsroom staff. It lists Keith Magee as assistant managing editor Doyle Barlow sports editor Angle Pagel advertising director and Raymond Jackson production.
Baytown Sun Contact Details
Baytown Sun addresses and phone numbers listed for newsroom retail classifieds circulation and main office at 1301 Memorial Drive Baytown Texas P O Box 90 77522 Includes main line newsroom and department fax and email and web address for the newspaper.
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Baytown Sun delivery notice for timely newspaper receipt
The notice instructs readers to expect the Baytown Sun by 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday. If not received on time, callers should contact (281) 425 8048 by 10 a.m. to arrange redelivery.
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Public health emphasis drives Baytown smoke free vote
Opponents of a smoking ordinance miss the point, arguing property rights or freedom to smoke. The speaker supports public health protections in public spaces, noting secondhand smoke harms nonsmokers and that public places and open to the public must meet health standards. Vote in favor of a smoke free Baytown.
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Letters and guest columns to The Baytown Sun
The Baytown Sun invites signed letters and guest columns up to 300 and 500 words respectively. Include the writer’s address and phone number not for publication. Submissions may be edited or declined. Send signed pieces to David Bloom at The Baytown Sun postal box or by fax or email.
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Smoking ban exemptions contradict Smoke Free Coalition stance
A reader questions why exemptions exist in the proposed smoking ban, arguing that if smoking and secondhand smoke are dangerous they should be banned everywhere. The note compares smoking limits to personal choice and draws a parallel to drunk driving and outdoor drinking bans, asking where government control ends.
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Think it through on smoking rights in Baytown
Citizens are urged to consider the broader implications of smoking policy and potential government overreach. The speaker argues individuals should decide for themselves and questions why Baytown does not address pollution from Exxon while defending the rights of everyday residents.
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