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• Baytown Rotary Club Annual Shrimp & Catfish Festival Sat., May 10 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. @ Baytown Community Center. Tickets are available from any Baytown Rotarian or at the front desk of The Baytown Sun, 1301 Memorial Dr.

• +Day Ga Com [Pop Culture Event] May 10 & 11 10am-6pm
  Dayton Community Center 801 South Cleveland St, Dayton, TX More info

• West Chambers Deaf Social – May 10th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk
  in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• +Mom’s & Mocktails Vendor Event Sat. May 10^th 9am-3pm @
  Crosby American Legion 14890 FM 2100, Crosby

• +Family Movie Night – Free Admission & Free Popcorn - Sat. May 17^th - 7 pm
  213 W. Texas Ave., Baytown Movie- “BIG” starring Tom Hanks

• Movie Under the Stars: Kung Fu Panda Sat. May 17th Movie starts @ 7 pm
  @ Mont Belvieu City Park

• +Spring Market @ Town Square- May 17th- 10:00am-2:00pm -
  213 W Texas Ave

• +The Hitmen of Country Fri. May 30th. Lee College PAC Info & Tickets 

• +Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. June 7th.- 8am - Noon

• +Main Street Trade Days – Sat. June 7th – 10am-2 pm  208 W. Main, La Porte

• +Deaf Social Where Bakery - June 7th - 11 am @
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• +Taste of So. Liberty County & Business Expo Thur. June 12^th 3-7 pm Details

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$8B ExxonMobil Plant Proposal Gains Momentum Near Port Lavaca

ExxonMobil’s proposed multibillion-dollar petrochemical plant on the Texas Gulf Coast is gaining momentum, as the Calhoun County Independent School District board voted unanimously Tuesday to begin discussions on a potential property tax break agreement with the company.

The project—referred to in public filings as the Coastal Plain Project—would be located in Point Comfort, a small city in Calhoun County situated across Lavaca Bay from Port Lavaca and about 110 miles southwest of Houston. ExxonMobil filed an application for tax incentives under Texas’ new Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Act (JETI) in December 2024.

According to a report by Inside Climate News, Tuesday’s vote was described as a "first step in the process" of building a formal relationship between the school district and the energy giant. A consultant for the district said the board’s move reflected an interest in learning more about ExxonMobil’s commitment to environmental and community protections.

The project would involve construction of a steam cracking plant, a facility that breaks down hydrocarbons in natural gas into chemical building blocks used in plastics production. According to public filings, ExxonMobil estimates the cost of the plant between $8 billion and $11 billion. If approved, construction could begin as early as 2026, with operations potentially starting by 2031.

At peak construction, the project could employ over 3,000 workers per day, and ExxonMobil projects the creation of 300 permanent and 300 contract jobs once the plant is operational.

ExxonMobil is seeking a 50% reduction in local school property taxes for 10 years, starting in 2031. In its application, the company emphasized that securing JETI tax incentives is crucial to ensuring the project remains competitive against other global site options still under consideration, including potential locations in the Middle East and Asia.

While the school board's vote does not finalize any agreement, it signals an openness to exploring terms that could bring the massive industrial development to Calhoun County. However, local environmental advocates have voiced concerns about the project's potential impacts. According to Inside Climate News, at least one resident has accused ExxonMobil of lacking transparency about the recent public meeting.

ExxonMobil, headquartered in Houston, already operates large industrial facilities in Baytown, Beaumont, and Gregory. The Coastal Plain Project would significantly expand the company’s Gulf Coast footprint if the deal moves forward.

The New DNA of Law Enforcement:
Digital Forensics

Technology plays a critical role in modern law enforcement by enhancing efficiency, improving both public and officer safety, and increasing the overall effectiveness of our work.

The Baytown Police Department Digital Forensics Unit specializes in extracting and analyzing electronic evidence from devices such as computers, cell phones, vehicle data recorders, and wearable devices. This technology supports investigations related to cybercrimes, fraud, gang crimes, homicides, human trafficking, and narcotics, providing critical evidence that aids in solving complex cases. By leveraging advanced forensic tools, the team plays a crucial role in uncovering digital footprints, tracking criminal activity, and strengthening cases for prosecution.

The Baytown Police Department continually invests in technology to enhance public safety, streamline investigations, and improve efficiency in daily operations. These advancements are funded through the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) account, ensuring that officers have the tools necessary to serve our community effectively.

The Hitmen of Country

Calling all country music fans! 🎤 Don’t miss an unforgettable night of hits and stories from some of Nashville’s finest musicians.

The Hit Men of Country bring the heat with chart-topping favorites from legends like Wynonna, Keith Urban, Trace Adkins, Lee Greenwood, Travis Tritt, Jason Aldean, and more!

This all-star band features veterans who have played with The Oak Ridge Boys, Pam Tillis, The Bellamy Brothers, Montgomery Gentry, and other country icons.

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🛍Local Garage, Yard & Estate Sales!🏷

You asked—we listened! We’re excited to roll out this brand-new feature. We've heard from so many of you that you want to know where the best neighborhood bargains are happening, and now we're making it easy!

Please help us spread the word: share this newsletter with your friends, neighbors, and anyone who loves a good deal. Encourage them to subscribe so they never miss a sale. And if you're planning a sale of your own, be sure to submit your info by Tuesday at 3 PM to be included in next week’s issue!

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Job Listings Now on a Separate Page! 🎉

To make scrolling easier for everyone, we’ve moved job listings to a separate page! If you're job hunting, check it out—if not, enjoy a quicker read! 😊👀

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We're taking a short break from our Trivia feature, but don’t worry—it’ll be back soon with an exciting new format! Stay tuned!