City Hall expansion splits Baytown council over 2009 budget
At the September 10 Baytown City Council meeting the expansion project sparked a divisive debate over funding and timing. Some members urged postponement for more research, others pressed to start now to maximize value in today’s economy. Mayor Stephen DonCarlos stressed keeping City Hall within its current district as the discussion continues. The next council session is set for September 24 at 6 30 p m.
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Senior Skydiver Peck Meier Takes Leap at 80
80 year old Peck Meier defies age as he decides to skydive, a move his wife Cruise says fits his lifelong daredevil nature. He explains it’s something he’s always wanted to do and never done.
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Food fair to relieve hunger in Chambers County
The Beaumont Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul hosts a farmer’s market style Food Fair in Winnie at 11 a.m. at the Co-Op on 511 E. Buccaneer Dr. sponsored by the Houston Food Bank as part of Hunger Action Month. Attendees should bring ID and a container. event runs until food runs out.
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Safe nightlife spot opens for Baytown teens at King's Corner
King's Corner, a Baytown nonprofit in the former Mario's Pizza building at 2118 North Alexander, opens a Christian nightclub for teens. Founder Teresa Hoffart says the venue offers music, dancing, arcade games, refreshments, weekend DJs and ample security to provide a safe, guided space for youth. SEE CLUB PAGE 11
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