Our View Hurricane Ike anniversary
The piece notes the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Ike, describing its jaw dropping size and landfall at Galveston at 2 10 am with 110 mph winds. It highlights a record surge up to 22 feet at Sabine Pass, extensive flooding of more 100000 homes, destruction of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist, a 30 billion dollar damage toll, 112 U S fatalities including at least 37 Texans, and urges preparedness for future storms.
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State view a few fixes would aid voter ID law
Fort Worth Star-Telegram argues for targeted fixes to Texas voter ID requirements. It notes cost barriers like birth certificate fees and sparse DPS offices, urging amendments to waive fees, reimburse travel, accept more IDs, and extend office hours without undermining election integrity.
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Behind the Scenes Authenticity Shapes Baytown Stage
Mark Fleming notes how Baytown Little Theater builds period realism for Galveston Wind embracing era props costumes and details. He recalls researching office gear from 1900 avoiding modern items and using Bundt cake lore to suit a German restaurant scene.
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Obama claims democracy path in Syria crisis editorial
Arkansas Times columnist argues public opposition to military action shows a shift from Bush era tactics. He recalls neocon policies, warns against regime change, notes polling favoring diplomacy and restraint, and credits Obama for seeking Congress before acting while urging genuine democracy.
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