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Tuesday
March 16, 2010 Since 1922 |
Anahuac
Last day to register to vote in runoffs
To be eligible to vote in the April 13 runoffs, your completed voter registration application must be delivered to any tax office branch location before 4:45 p.m. today.
March 15, 2010 - News
No action taken in high-stakes TCEQ talks
School and industry officials packed into a meeting Friday with and advisory committee of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to discuss a tax incentive proposal that could slice millions of dollars from local school districts.
March 13, 2010 - News
Lee College backs new ECHS program
The Lee College Board of Regents have approved a proposal to house the new Early College High School on the third floor of the college's ATC building.
March 13, 2010 - News
Baytown man killed in wreck
Gerardo Moncivais was killed this morning in a seven-car pileup on Highway 146.
March 10, 2010 - News
Suspect in Liberty County deputy shootings dead
The suspect in the shooting of two Liberty County sherriff’s deputies is deceased, according to the Liberty County Sherriff’s Office.
March 09, 2010 - News
Toddler’s memory stirs benefit for nonprofit group
The second annual Emma’s Bayou Bash, a motorcycle rally and barbecue to benefit the “Emma’s Hugs” organization, will be held March 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Eastside Honda, 12527 Interstate 10 East, Baytown.
March 08, 2010 - News
Lee hosts analyzer tech career forum
Lee College will host the Analyzer Technology Professional Career Forum Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. in Tucker Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.
March 08, 2010 - News
As burn piles ignite, safety is focus
The advent of spring-like weather brings with it increased concerns about brush fires, prompting local emergency management and fire department personnel to urge residents to practice safety when burning debris.
March 07, 2010 - News
Lee College gets ready for 75th anniversary party
Lee College's 75th anniversary celebration is Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Bicentennial Park and officials have a great party planned. And best of all -- you're invited!
March 01, 2010 - News
Louisiana couple charged with Winnie robbery
A 32-year-old Lake Charles, La., woman has been charged with the robbery of a Winnie credit union and her husband was arrested and charged with driving the getaway vehicle.
March 01, 2010 - News
Proposition 4: God and prayer in public?
One of the five propositions appearing on Tuesday's ballot seeks to find out if voters believe the use of the word "God," prayers and the Ten Commandments should be allowed at public gatherings.
February 28, 2010 - News
Justice of Peace race is hotly contested
Four Democrats are vying for the right to replace longtime Precinct 3, Place 2 Justice of the Peace Anthony Polumbo.
February 28, 2010 - News
Happy New Year
Another year gone, another year ahead. As a city, we’ve had our share of ups and downs in 2009 — and countless other triumphs and tragedies.
January 02, 2010 - Editorials
There is a Santa Claus
I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in The Sun, it’s so.” Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus?
December 24, 2009 - Editorials
Matchmaking at Lee College
Lee College drama instructor Lynn O'Hagan had no idea that her casting decisions for the 1953 production of "The Curious Savage" would lead to matrimony.
March 06, 2010 - Columnists
You'll always have security concerns
There's no way you can completely protect yourself from hackers who want to steal your information, but you should be vigilant in your efforts to be as safe as possible.
March 06, 2010 - Columnists
Shaken but not blurred
One must learn to expect the unexpected – participate in what’s known as “hindsight bias” and try to imagine that events are more predictable than they really are. Stating that almost makes me feel a tiny bit in control.
March 06, 2010 - Columnists
Weather you like it or not
Being an outdoorsy kind of girl who needs plenty of fresh air and sunshine to survive requires me to keep track of the weather. I recall the last cold snap we had of this magnitude because I was home with a newborn.
January 09, 2010 - Columnists
My belated Christmas list
It’s Christmas! I am pleased to bring you my column inside the least-read paper of the entire year. If you are among the fortunate few who should actually pick this up and read it, my sincerest thanks
December 24, 2009 - Columnists
‘Twas the week of Christmas
I’ve been mildly scolded in the past for saying there’s not a thing in the old noggin to write about, but sometimes, ‘tis true.
December 19, 2009 - Columnists
The same story ... sort of
I’ve been thinking on the Christmas scriptures, and what occurred to me was that, while the message is timeless, the vocabulary can be a tad difficult to comprehend for that 8-year-old who just wants to get church done with and open some presents already.
December 12, 2009 - Columnists
Celebrating big events
Imagine if you will a strobe-lit room filled with balloons, streamers, and me throwing confetti above my head. Today marks a special day for me, and I decided to throw myself a little party. Welcome to episode 100 of my column!
December 05, 2009 - Columnists
Hustle to the bustle
Now that Thanksgiving is over, let the hustle and bustle begin! In recent years, retailers forced us into Christmas mode the day after Halloween; some sneaky ones started before that.
November 28, 2009 - Columnists
So long, Discerning Reader
After a million years, this column will be it for a while.
November 27, 2009 - Columnists
Driving record took another hit
For those of you who enjoyed my brush with the law and ensuing speeding ticket, that confession wasn’t the end
November 21, 2009 - Columnists
In my defense
I have a little confession to make: Back in August I was caught in a moment of lawlessness and was singled out by an officer of the law.
November 14, 2009 - Columnists
Sports roundup for March 10, 2010
Sports roundup for March 10, 2010
March 10, 2010 - Sports
Panthers press case for state
The Anahuac basketball team’s full-court press and its consistent 3-point shooting has it one game away from the Class 2A state tournament.
March 06, 2010 - Sports
Chapa swims to MIT IM record
Massachusetts Institute of Technology swimmer Matt Chapa, a Baytown Sterling graduate, would love to be at the NCAA Division III Championships in two weeks.
March 06, 2010 - Sports
Sports roundup for March 6, 2010
Sports roundup for March 6, 2010
March 06, 2010 - Sports
Panthers 2 wins from state tourney
The Anahuac Panthers are about to break the huddle, and when they do, they’ll chant “1-2-3 family,” because, after all, there are seven seniors who have played together since they were in junior high and some longer.
March 05, 2010 - Sports
Anahuac Panthers advance to 2A regionals
You’ve got to believe and the Anahuac Panthers were believing it in the second half of Monday night’s Class 2A basketball regional quarterfinal.
March 02, 2010 - Sports
Rivalries bookend intriguing local grid slates
Three things Baytown football fans need to know about the 2010 schedules released Friday by the Goose Creek school district.
February 27, 2010 - Sports
Panthers scratch, claw, outscore Woodville
It may all start on defense as Anahuac coach Ben West asserts. But, boy, do his Panthers turn it into offense in a hurry.
February 27, 2010 - Sports
Coach leads Barbers Hill All-District picks
Barbers Hill’s John Chancellor was named District 19-4A coach of the year on the all-district team voted by league coaches and announced this week.
February 27, 2010 - Sports
Lee’s Smith named 21-5A newcomer
Sophomore post player Troy’nae Smith of Lee was named Newcomer of the Year on the All-District 21-5A girls basketball team released this week.
February 27, 2010 - Sports
Panthers preparing for tougher opponents
Anahuac’s bidistrict walkover win over YES Prep of Houston Tuesday night assured that the Baytown area would have at least a .500 record in the UIL basketball playoffs this winter.
February 25, 2010 - Sports
Sports in brief for Feb. 25, 2010
Sports in brief for Feb. 25, 2010
February 25, 2010 - Sports
Letters to the editor for Feb. 18, 2010
The community responds to local, state and national news.
February 18, 2010 - Letters
Letters to the editor for Jan. 23, 2010
The community responds to local, state and national news.
January 23, 2010 - Letters
Letters to the editor for Jan. 9, 2010
The community responds to local, state and national news.
January 09, 2010 - Letters
Letters to the editor for Dec. 11, 2009
The community responds to local, state and national news.
December 11, 2009 - Letters
Letters to the editor for Dec. 10, 2009
The community responds to local, state and national news.
December 11, 2009 - Letters
Letter to the editor for Nov. 14, 2009
The community responds to local, state and national news.
November 14, 2009 - Letters
Letters for September 06, 2002
Letters published in The Baytown Sun:
September 06, 2002 - Letters
Matchmaking at Lee College
Lee College drama instructor Lynn O'Hagan had no idea that her casting decisions for the 1953 production of "The Curious Savage" would lead to matrimony.
March 06, 2010 - Columnists
You'll always have security concerns
There's no way you can completely protect yourself from hackers who want to steal your information, but you should be vigilant in your efforts to be as safe as possible.
March 06, 2010 - Columnists
Shaken but not blurred
One must learn to expect the unexpected – participate in what’s known as “hindsight bias” and try to imagine that events are more predictable than they really are. Stating that almost makes me feel a tiny bit in control.
March 06, 2010 - Columnists
Weather you like it or not
Being an outdoorsy kind of girl who needs plenty of fresh air and sunshine to survive requires me to keep track of the weather. I recall the last cold snap we had of this magnitude because I was home with a newborn.
January 09, 2010 - Columnists
My belated Christmas list
It’s Christmas! I am pleased to bring you my column inside the least-read paper of the entire year. If you are among the fortunate few who should actually pick this up and read it, my sincerest thanks
December 24, 2009 - Columnists
‘Twas the week of Christmas
I’ve been mildly scolded in the past for saying there’s not a thing in the old noggin to write about, but sometimes, ‘tis true.
December 19, 2009 - Columnists
The same story ... sort of
I’ve been thinking on the Christmas scriptures, and what occurred to me was that, while the message is timeless, the vocabulary can be a tad difficult to comprehend for that 8-year-old who just wants to get church done with and open some presents already.
December 12, 2009 - Columnists
Celebrating big events
Imagine if you will a strobe-lit room filled with balloons, streamers, and me throwing confetti above my head. Today marks a special day for me, and I decided to throw myself a little party. Welcome to episode 100 of my column!
December 05, 2009 - Columnists
Hustle to the bustle
Now that Thanksgiving is over, let the hustle and bustle begin! In recent years, retailers forced us into Christmas mode the day after Halloween; some sneaky ones started before that.
November 28, 2009 - Columnists
So long, Discerning Reader
After a million years, this column will be it for a while.
November 27, 2009 - Columnists
Driving record took another hit
For those of you who enjoyed my brush with the law and ensuing speeding ticket, that confession wasn’t the end
November 21, 2009 - Columnists
In my defense
I have a little confession to make: Back in August I was caught in a moment of lawlessness and was singled out by an officer of the law.
November 14, 2009 - Columnists