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Saturday, November 7, 2009

Jury: Zeigler guilty of killing Baby Grace
A jury found Royce Clyde Zeigler II guilty of capital murder in the death of the toddler known to world as Baby Grace.

Swine flu kills island resident
A Galveston man who was being treated at the University of Texas Medical Branch for more than a week died Wednesday from swine flu.

High tides predicted for Sunday
GALVESTON — High tides Sunday night could leave parts of the West End and Bolivar Peninsula under water.

Task force: Expect more bait vehicles
The Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force plans to ramp up the use of two bait vehicles after three arrests on auto theft charges.

Former judge Kent moved to Florida prison
Former federal Judge Samuel Kent, who was sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for obstruction of justice, has been moved to a Florida prison.

Indians lose game, but win coin flip
SANTA FE — The Indians lost against Dawson Friday but still came out winners with a flip of a coin to advance to the playoffs.

Maetzold leads Mustangs to win
FRIENDSWOOD — Peter Maetzold put together his most complete game of the season Friday to lead the Mustangs past La Marque.

Tors are heading to playoffs despite loss
FREEPORT — Despite their 36-6 loss to Brazoswood on Friday, the Ball High Tors are heading for the playoffs.

Bucs clinch home playoff game with win
A roundup of Friday night high school football action around the county.

Senior makes waves in cross country, band
FRIENDSWOOD — Senior James Gregory balances cross country with the marching band. He will compete in the region cross country meet today.

Easy ways to track food, exercise during holidays
One of the best ways to avoid adding a few pounds is to keep track of food intake using an online food tracker.

A time to mourn, not for a debate
In the wake of the shootings at Fort Hood, we should put the old debate about minorities to bed, lower our flags and mourn.

All at sea with Chaplain Hotlips
Ian's about to take to the pulpit, but there's prima facie evidence that he should go to the confessional first — and maybe stay there.