Editorial Board Names Clifton Clements Publisher and Members
The editorial page announces Clifton E. Clements as editor and publisher with Jim Finley and M. A. Bengtson listed as community members. The note signals leadership roles and local involvement.
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Kentucky Testing and Spending Gaps Highlighted by ACT Mandate
The Lexington Herald Leader notes that Kentucky's standardized tests draw attention despite overtesting concerns. It cites per pupil spending at 80 percent of the national average, with $7,827 in state and local funds per student versus Virginia's $9,958, and explains poorer districts receive less funding than affluent ones.
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Supreme Court picks could reshape the judiciary in a McCain Obama race
The next president may appoint several Supreme Court justices, shaping the future of rights. McCain would likely push arch conservatives, altering the court’s balance, while Obama could appoint moderates, keeping a moderately conservative trajectory. Liberal justices may depart first, affecting outcomes.
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From Ike to Estevanico the long reach of storms and explorers
The piece links Hurricane Ike's vast 200 mile wide wind field and outages across ten states to a broader history of storms. It then chronicles the 1528 Florida coast expedition of Cabeza de Vaca, its hardships, and the role of Estevanico the Black as interpreter and guide, his origins, enslavement, and status as the first Black person in Texas.
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Government officials contact details and newsroom policy
The list provides contact numbers and emails for federal and state officials including President George W Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney, plus senators and representatives. It also lists Baytown Sun staff roles and newsroom guidelines about letters and guest columns, noting word limits and photo requirements.
Baytown Sun Letter Submission and Delivery Info
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Reggie to the rescue on card fraud scare before Ike
In a tense near-storm moment Jimbo and Margie faced a debit card scare as a caller claiming Amegy Bank warned of Florida purchases. Reggie Brewer advised using the back card number and the bank line. officers soon confirmed the alert was for Margie’s card and canceled it.
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