EPA report urges steps to speed waste pits cleanup
The Superfund Task Force Final Report from EPA and Texas officials presents 42 recommendations across five goals to accelerate cleanup at the San Jacinto River Waste Pits and hasten redevelopment. Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan notes progress since 2009 and the Obama era, with the current administration continuing the effort. The report emphasizes speeding up the cleanup process and safer reuse of the site.
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Barrel racer Paityn Berklund claims junior world title
Paityn Berklund, a seventh grader from George H. Gentry Junior School, outpaced 65 riders to win the American Quarter Horse Association Junior World Championship in barrel racing. She celebrated with Lakota the Australian shepherd, earned 14 belt buckles, and credited bond with her calm horse Spirit and early training at Josey Ranch for her success.
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Lee College forums begin for first of four finalists
Lee College opens forums with Dr. Lynda Villanueva, Brazosport College provost, as the first of four finalists for president. She spoke on student success and aligning training with the growing petrochemical industry, and met privately with the Board of Regents after the retirement of Dennis Brown.
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Auto dealership aids Baytown VFW Post 912 Harvey recovery
Two years after Hurricane Harvey, VFW Post 912 nears completion of repairs totaling about 250000 dollars. Community Toyota donated 10000 dollars to finish the kitchen while volunteers repaired sheetrock flooring and restrooms, restoring operations.
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Jim Wadzinski
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Robert Boice
Roger Elswick
Rosendo Lopez
Robert Carrizales
Harold Sams
Jerry Johnson
John Saenz
Chuck Hutchison
Conrad Garcia
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