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Crosby Rezoning Sparks Reader Critique and Call for Change
A Crosby letter to the editor challenges a September article on the school district rezoning. The writer accuses the district of deceptive motives and cites population distribution as the reason. The author urges concerned citizens to pursue reform.
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Driving and texting ban support across regions
Vera Mae Cogburn of Baytown urges police to ticket drivers for texting or cellphone use while driving, advocating a statewide and nationwide prohibition. She argues the behavior is as dangerous as DWI and calls for stronger enforcement.
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Remember Me Please as a Legacy in Life and Faith
A Baytown resident named Harvey Schultz reflects on legacy and memory inspired by a western show scene where a dying man asks to be remembered. He urges readers to seek meaning, charity, and faith, noting Philippians 4 3 and the idea that names may be written in the book of life. He is an author of three books and has been married 54 years with two children.
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Trump Concedes Birther Claim Was False
Trump publicly admitted Obama was born in the United States and said Clinton started the Birther controversy. He claimed he ended it, a claim Politifact calls false, while Clinton argued his shift won’t erase five years of divisive rhetoric.
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Today in History Highlights From 1958 to 2005
A roundup of notable events includes MLK Jr. being stabbed in 1958, James Meredith blocked from Ole Miss in 1962, Billie Jean King’s 1973 victory over Bobby Riggs, and a 1984 Beirut embassy bombing. Also 2000 marked end of the Whitewater probe, and 2005 saw repeal of don't ask, don't tell.
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