Bush gains on terror but public wants focus on domestic issues
The ABC News Washington Post poll finds 70 percent approve of Bush on terrorism, yet 66 percent say the government must do more on the economy. Fifty-three percent want more time spent on the economy and 58 percent on other domestic issues such as health care, education, and Social Security. Roughly six in ten feel he spends the right time on terror, while 25 percent say too much.
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Father urges court to let pledge ruling stand
In San Francisco AP Michael Newden asks federal court to enforce its June ruling striking down the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools despite appeals. He argues his 8 year old daughter should not say under God and contends mother Sandra Banning lacks standing to delay enforcement.
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TEA Debates Student Placement After ARD Recommendation
Barbara Suitis of Goose Creek ISD says the ARD committee chose an appropriate placement based on the student’s past district information and will reconvene in 36 days to finalize the placement. TEA hearing officer Lucius Bunton heard over four hours of testimony from the family and district staff. TEA did not respond to messages.
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City council approves building plan to house five departments
A work session confirms plans for a Community Building renovation adjacent to City Hall to house health, police, parks, IT and the Police Academy. The $3.0 million project, funded by a 1.25 million 2001 bond and 1.75 million in certificates, aims to save 340000 annually, add offices and meeting rooms, and address asbestos with a one year timeline.
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Mont Belvieu Revises Nepotism Policy Amid Budget Strain
City officials agreed to amend the nepotism policy allowing family members to work for the city on a case by case basis with a two thirds council vote. Departments cannot place related employees in the same department or under direct supervision. Mayor Lonnie Follis noted the current system has no warranty and is unreliable. bids will be sought for a new system funded by 2001 2002 general funds due to the tight 2002 2003 budget. Councilwoman Judy Duncan urged caution about hiring related staff.
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Lighthouse aids Baytown blind in education and independence
United Way funds about a quarter of Lighthouse programs. Volunteers and staff visit homes to assist with bills groceries and news reading. The Center for Education and Adaptive Technology hosts labs for job training and computer access with JAWS and Zoom Text aiding visually impaired visitors.
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Community Calendar highlights Baytown clubs and events
The Baytown Community Center hosts duplicate bridge at 6 45 p m Saturdays with a 2 entry. The Art League of Baytown features Bernice Warner as Artist of the Month through September at Sterling Library. Various church seminars pageants youth fair and senior activities are listed with contact numbers for registrations and details.
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Police report thefts from multiple June area residents
A 39 year old woman reports theft of money jewelry and narcotics equipment valued over 7500 from 7:45 am to 12:05 pm Thursday on 3200 Nebraska Street. A 33 year old woman reports theft of jewelry and money over 2000 from 7 am to 1 pm Thursday on East James Avenue. A 31 year old woman reports tires stolen from her vehicle between 10:30 pm Wednesday and 7 am Thursday on 3000 Decker Drive, vehicle found on blocks.
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Theft of equipment from van in Houston area
A Houston plumbing firm reported equipment worth 1500 dollars stolen from a van on James Bovrie Drive between 11 30 p.m. Wednesday and 6 30 a.m. Thursday. Baytown police logged 151 calls from Thursday 6 a.m. to Friday 6 a.m. including 8 alarms, one assault, two auto thefts, seven burglaries, nine disturbances, one homicide, four thefts, seven minor accidents and shots fired. Crime Stoppers offers tips for cash with anonymous callers. Call (281) 427 TIPS.
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