Baytonians defend Katrina relief effort from New Orleans
Baytown police officer Russell White and Goose Creek school board member Bob Hoskins recount relief work after Hurricane Katrina. They dispute claims aid arrived too late, noting rapid deployment and widespread challenges, including a broken infrastructure and armed security.
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Baytown firefighter honored at IAFF memorial
Family and fellow firefighters gathered in Colorado Springs to honor Nito Rene Guajardo, a 24 year old Baytown firefighter who died Dec 20 while battling a blaze. His name joins 1 792 others on the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial wall as a large Baytown honor guard and relatives attend the 19th annual observance.
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Troy Vincent Andrews Outreach Center Opens in Houston
Stand Up for Kids Houston dedicates a new outreach center at 3400 Montrose to Troy Vincent Andrews, a 20 year old who died by suicide after a murder charge was dismissed. The facility aids homeless youth under 21 with food clothing hygiene, job help, education, and legal aid. Andrews previously worked as a street outreach counselor and was remembered for the trust he inspired in the kids.
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Gatorfest Begins Weekend With Food On A Stick, Alligator Hunt
The Anahuac Gatorfest continues Saturday as Texas alligator hunting opens. An orange County gator, a 10 foot 11 inch female weighing 351 pounds, was weighed amid crowds. Judges sampled 25 pork ribs and other meats while fairs and demonstrations drew families to Fort Anahuac park. Texas Parks and Wildlife offered an educational tent with live alligators for touching.
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