Harris County to hire more environmental experts after fires
Harris County Commissioners Court approves 11.6 million to expand Pollution Control Services Fire Marshal Office and Public Health staffing and equipment. The plan adds 61 positions over two years, boosts HazMat capacity and deploys a mobile air monitoring lab and fixed monitors to shift from reactive to proactive environmental protection near the Houston Ship Channel.
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Baytown community mourns 'Fat Mac' Williamson bike giver
Kendall Williamson known as Fat Mac, a retired Baytown police officer, died this week. For nearly two decades he refurbished bikes for kids at Christmas and accepted donations year round, delivering joy to hundreds. His daughter Teresa Polaski said he lived to serve others and protected the community. Baytown residents posted prayers and memories, recalling a portrait by Ken Pridgeon presented in 2017 during Williamson's hospital stay.
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Nity
Bayway Drive
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College seeks second chances and future growth at Lee College
Moore cites belief in second chances and plans to add athletic programs if financially viable, noting Lee College faces Barbers Hill ISD tensions and faculty contract concerns. He emphasizes shared governance, recruitment goals, and student support amid financial and food insecurity challenges, as finalist among four candidates with public forums held on campus.
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Scott Scarborough
University of Akron
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