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

• +Astros Mobile Merch Mondays @ Chick-fil-A May 12th from 2-5 pm Details

• +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

• +Astros Mobile Merch Mondays @ Chick-fil-A May 19th from 2-5 pm Details

• +Astros Mobile Merch Mondays @ Chick-fil-A May 26th from 2-5 pm Details

• +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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Investigator Lance Watkins Named
‘Peer of the Month’ by
Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network

Congratulations to Detective Watkins for being named this month’s Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network Peer of the Month! Thank you for your lifelong commitment to serving others and for all you do to keep Baytown safe. 🎉

Investigation Leads to Arrest of
La Porte Man for Child Sex Crimes

On February 26, 2025, the Criminal Investigations Division of the La Porte Police Department initiated an investigation related to files found on the cellular phones of 40-year-old La Porte resident Enrigue “Ricky” Vela. While being questioned for an unrelated robbery investigation, Vela allowed investigators to forensically search one of his cell phones for potential evidence related to the robbery.

Investigators found video files saved on that device which depicted child pornography. A search warrant was obtained for both of Vela’s phones to be forensically examined in greater detail. Results of the forensic examination of both of Vela’s phones yielded several video files of Vela sexually assaulting several local underaged male children. Investigators were able to identify four (4) local children in those videos whose ages ranged from 13 to 16 years of age. Upon completing the investigation, the Harris County District Attorney’s Human Trafficking and Crimes against Children’s Bureau was contacted and charges were accepted for a multitude of felonious crimes.

Enrique “Ricky” Vela has been charged with one (1) count of Continuous Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, one (1) count of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, three (3) counts of Sexual Performance by a Child, and three (3) counts of Possession / Promotion or Production of Child Pornography. The total of eight ( 8 ) First Degree Felony charges carries a potential sentence of more than 85 years if convicted. Additional charges against Vela in this investigation are pending.

Public Relations Officer – Asst. Chief Bennie Boles

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.

🍭Fun for Kids and Families 🧒🦹

Good news Agents, our next Scavenger Hunt is officially LIVE at Roseland Park! 🚂✨ Complete the mission, grab your sticker, and enter for a chance to win our Grand Prize before May 31st! 🏆

This month’s Grand Prize winner will receive a $250 credit toward any Parks and Recreation rental or program registration! ✨🥳 
Whether you’re planning a celebration at The Clubhouse at Roseland or signing up for one of our exciting programs, this credit can help make it happen! 🎁🎉

Begin your Scavenger Hunt at Roseland Park! 🌳✨

📍 Location: 100 Roseland Dr, Baytown, TX 77520

New to Agents of Discovery?

Looking for a fun way to get the kids outside and learning something new?

Agents of Discovery is a free, augmented reality mobile game designed to engage users in educational missions that promote exploration and learning about science, culture, technology, and nature.

In addition to the Baytown Scavenger Hunt, Harris County Precinct 2 has several challenges. Once you have the app, you can find the locations.

How It Works:

>Download the App: Available on both the App Store and Google Play.

>Choose a Mission: Missions are location-based and can be found in various parks, museums, and educational sites across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

>Complete Challenges: Each mission comprises interactive challenges, such as AR Pickers, Image 50/50, Sound Matchers, and more. Completing these challenges earns you points and rewards.

>Play Anywhere: Some missions, like those in the Mission Conservation series, can be played from home, making it accessible even if there's no mission nearby.

Here’s a quick video that will give you more information:

Astros Mobile Merch Mondays

at Chick-fil-A

Receive an Astros collector's cup with your mobile order at Chick-fil-A Baytown or I-10 at John Martin on May 12th, 19th or 26th when placed from 2pm to 5pm! ⚾

For complete details

🛍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!

Yard Sale

Huge Yard Sale
3047 Carlisle St, La Porte
Sat.- Sun. May 10-11 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lots of Clothes, tools, home decor , bed frame with headboard and footboard. Many other odds and ends

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!