Note: Events with + in front indicates newly added event!

While we strive to ensure that all of our events are current and accurate, please always check to ensure that the event is still scheduled and that the information below is correct.

• 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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Baytown at Center of ExxonMobil’s
New Clean Fuel Agreement with Japan

ExxonMobil has announced a major international agreement tied to its planned low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia plant in Baytown, marking a big step in expanding clean energy production in the U.S.

The deal, announced yesterday, [May 7th], will see ExxonMobil supply 250,000 metric tons of low-carbon ammonia each year to Marubeni Corporation, a major Japanese trading company. The ammonia will primarily be used at the Kobe Power Plant in Japan to help reduce carbon emissions. This is the first signed customer agreement for the Baytown facility, which ExxonMobil hopes to begin building soon.

The Baytown complex, which already houses a large refinery and chemical plant, is where Exxon plans to build what could become the largest low-carbon hydrogen facility in the world. The hydrogen produced there will be turned into ammonia so it can be shipped overseas more easily. Importantly, about 98% of the carbon dioxide created in the process will be captured and stored underground—a method known as carbon capture and storage.

This agreement also means Marubeni will invest directly in the Baytown project, taking an ownership stake, though the size of that stake hasn’t been made public.

However, ExxonMobil has not yet made a final decision to move forward with construction. That decision is expected sometime in 2025, and will depend on whether government policies and permits continue to support clean energy development. If approved, the project could bring new jobs and long-term investment to the Baytown area.

Once built, the facility would produce enough low-carbon hydrogen to support both U.S. and international clean energy efforts. Japan is counting on this supply to help cut emissions in sectors that are especially hard to make cleaner, like steelmaking, chemical manufacturing, and heavy industry.

ExxonMobil says this agreement will help grow U.S. energy exports, support jobs in Texas, and deepen industrial cooperation between the U.S. and Japan.

Baytown Man, Alleged Gang Leader,
Indicted in Multi-City
Human Trafficking Case

A Baytown man accused of leading a multi-state human trafficking operation has been indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury. Michael Leonard Cupp, 49, identified by authorities as the founding member and national president of the Brothers East Outlaw Motorcycle Gang (BEAST), faces a charge of promotion of prostitution, a third-degree felony.

According to court documents, Cupp allegedly coordinated and profited from prostitution activities involving multiple women across Texas and Louisiana. The indictment follows an investigation launched by a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) special agent in cooperation with federal law enforcement.

Authorities say the operation spanned several cities, including Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Lake Charles, and Beaumont. Cupp is accused of organizing travel, communications, and collecting proceeds from the illegal activities. He was also reportedly directing other gang members to support the operation.

Cupp, who resides in Baytown, was indicted on Wednesday. If convicted, he could face 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. His bond has been set at $50,000.

While the case remains ongoing, DPS investigators continue to gather evidence and interview those involved. The indictment marks a major development in what law enforcement says is a broader investigation into criminal activity linked to the BEAST outlaw motorcycle gang.

It’s National Teacher Appreciation Week🍎 
May 5th – 9th

Many local businesses and restaurants are showing love to educators with special deals and freebies.

(Be sure to check with each location to confirm before visiting or ordering.)

👉 Please share this with fellow teachers so they don’t miss out!

And while you're at it, tell them about the newsletter—it's free to subscribe and packed with local updates, deals, and good stuff made just for the Greater Baytown area. 
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Buffalo Wild Wings: Buffalo Wild Wings offers teachers and school staff a 20% discount on their entire order with a valid ID.

Burger King: Teachers can enjoy free fries with any purchase.

Chick-Fil-A: Varies by location so check your desired location

Chicken Salad Chick: On May 9th, you can get Buy One Get One Free On Large Quick Chicks.

Firehouse Subs: Teachers who use the Firehouse Rewards app get BOGO sub deals during Teacher Appreciation Week.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard: Teachers get a free mini sundae with a valid school ID.

McDonald’s: Teachers who present their ID can get free coffee or breakfast products.

Raising Cane's: From Monday to Friday, educators can enter for a chance to win one of 10 all-expenses-paid summer vacation packages, which include two round-trip tickets anywhere in the contiguous United States, a two-night hotel stay, and a $200 gift card. Ten additional winners will be rewarded with a $1,000 classroom makeover, a $1,000 gift card for spending and a Raising Cane’s School Supply Pack. Enter to win

Shipley Donuts: Teachers can receive a free half-dozen doughnuts when visiting. You don't need to make a purchase.

Smoothie King: Starting May 6, teachers can enjoy 20% off their in-store orders by showing a valid work ID.

Sonic: Join Sonic’s Teachers’ Circle via their app before May 5 to unlock a whole slew of freebies to use between May 5 and May 9. You’ll receive exclusive rewards like a BOGO Sonic Blasts, entrees, or cheeseburgers, free large drinks or slushies, and a free small side with an entrée purchase.

Starbucks: 10% discount on their favorite drinks or a free tall brewed coffee when they show their school ID.

Salata: Educators will get 20% off their order at Salata from Monday to Friday. (All Dallas Locations)

Texas Roadhouse: Texas Roadhouse is giving teachers with a valid school ID a 10% discount off the total bill.

Whataburger: During National Teacher Appreciation Week, teachers who show their school ID from 5 a.m. - 9 a.m. can get a free taquito, Breakfast on a Bun, or Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit.

Academy Sports and Outdoors: Offering 10% off all purchases during Teacher Appreciation Week.

Office Depot & Office Max: Both stores are offering teachers 25% back in bonus rewards on qualifying purchases from now until June 29. Valid in-store only with valid teacher ID.

🛍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!

Estate Sales

9726 Rustic Rock Rd. , La Porte
3 days - Thur.- Sat. May 8-10 from 10 am-3 pm
Garage full of tools, Wood Shop, Knives, books signed, jersey, vintage clothes +++

Moving/Estate Sale
8003 Dogwood Court, Baytown
Fri. - Sun, May 9th-11th
Fri. 10am-5 pm, Sat. 10am-3 pm, Sun. 10am-3 pm
Lots of beautiful furniture, piano, washer & dryer, clothes +++

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!