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Newspaper
Texas City Sun
Location
Texas City, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 2003
Page
1
A group of student protesters descended on the Capitol in downtown Austin and blocked traffic. The scene underscored rising anti war sentiment as authorities monitored the disruption. The incident was documented on page 6.
On day one of the war Donald Rumsfeld announced talks to communicate with Iraqi soldiers about surrendering weapons without harm. He said steps are underway to warn troops how to surrender and avoid harm.
On this day in 1983 NC State and Iowa defeated Nevada Las Vegas and Missouri to end their NCAA tournament bids, further thinning the field of top ranked teams still contending for the national championship.
Mayor Carlos Garza urged tying yellow ribbons on trees and flagpoles along city perimeters to show moral support for troops as the Iraq war began. He also asked residents and businesses to fly American flags and seek photos of local service members to display on Channel 16 until they return.
Michael Smith reports how area residents including Benny Jaramillo a former Marine and James Arden a former Army member weigh the war in Iraq. Jaramillo believes Saddam Hussein will be removed by force or by pressure from Iraqis. Other residents criticize protests or question the U S focus on oil and compare threats from other nations.
Galveston County is expected to stay a political swing area into the next decade, with white flight leveling off as NASA's uncertain future and a growing health care sector attract educated whites. Republicans remain modestly buoyed by recent gains, though shifts nearby may dilute their footholds. Brazoria stays solid for the GOP.
Fire departments in Galveston County pursue the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program from FEMA, aiming to secure about 750 million dollars to train and equip firefighters. Texas City plans a 150 thousand dollar grant for health and fitness items while Senator Cornyn urges all Texas departments to apply, highlighting national competition and benefits to communities.
Police end a scheme targeting a elderly woman who lost about 100000 dollars during home remodeling. Johnny Lynn Washington, 52, Texas City, faced felony theft charges and bond set at 200000 after the arrest on March 14. Detective Winstead urged potential victims to come forward. A railroad fire near Tiki Island was extinguished by Bayou Vista and Tiki Island crews between 4:40 and 5:20 p.m., ruled nonintentional and likely caused by a passing train.
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