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In This Baytown Local Spotlight Issue:

โ˜€ Baytown, Tx. Weather

๐Ÿ“† Greater Baytown Area Events

๐Ÿš‰ Baytown Neighborhoods Frustrated by Train Delays

๐Ÿซ Dr. Randal Oโ€™Brien Announces Retirement as Superintendent of GCCISD After More Than 30 Years in Education

๐ŸฆŸ West Nile Case Confirmed in Baytown

๐Ÿ› Retail Radar - ๐Ÿ— Bojangles Coming Soon to Baytown!

โ™ฅ Helping Hands & Big Hearts - Stories That Shine
๐Ÿš”๐Ÿš’ - BPD & BFD Save the Day Once Again

๐ŸŽˆ Kidventures - Fun Finds for Kids & Families
- Your Go-to Guide for Summer Fun
๐Ÿท๏ธ Garage, Yard, or Estate Sales - Submit Your Listing

๐Ÿ“ฐ Job Listings - LOTS More New Job Listings 200+ openings @ GCCISD

โ“ Trivia

Todayโ€™s Record High: 98 in 2022 - Record Low: 69 in 2001

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.

  • Beekeeping 101 -Wed. June 25thย  10-11am @ Chambers Co. Library Mont Belvieu

  • +Forge Gym Summer Expoย  Sat. June 28th from 9am-2pm
    11127 Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway Suite 1800, Baytown

  • Kidโ€™s Business Fair - June 29th 10am-2pm @ Crosby American Legion
    14890 FM 2100 Crosby

  • Deaf Social Where Bakery - July 5th - 11 am @
    Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

  • Main Street Trade Days โ€“ Sat. July 5th โ€“ 10am-2 pmย  208 W. Main, La Porte

  • Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. July 5th.- 8am - Noon

  • West Chambers Deaf Social โ€“ July 12th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk
    in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

  • Crosby Vendor Mkt. July 12thย  ย 9am-3pmย  @Crosby American Legion
    14890 FM 2100, Crosby

  • Summer Marketย  Sat. July 26th -ย 10am-4pm
    Baytown Community Center 2407 Market St.

  • Pickle Festival Aug. 9thย  10am-6pmย ย  @Crosby American Legion
    14890 FM 2100, Crosby

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Baytown Neighborhoods
Frustrated by Train Delays

Image Courtesy GCCISD

Dr. Randal Oโ€™Brien Announces Retirement
as Superintendent of Goose Creek CISD
After More Than 30 Years in Education

After more than three decades of dedicated service in Texas public education, Dr. Randal Oโ€™Brien, Superintendent of Goose Creek CISD, has announced his retirement. Dr. Oโ€™Brien has served Goose Creek CISD for 12 years, first as deputy superintendent in 2013 before becoming the districtโ€™s 15th superintendent in 2014.
The Goose Creek CISD Board of Trustees formally accepted his retirement during the June 19th school board meeting.

Image Courtesy City of Baytown

West Nile Case Confirmed in Baytown๐ŸฆŸ

The City of Baytown has been notified of a confirmed human case of West Nile Virus, reported by Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services (HCPHES). While the individual has not been identified, City officials are taking immediate action to prevent any additional cases from occurring.

A positive case allows public health teams to focus mosquito control efforts in targeted areas. In response, the Cityโ€™s Health Department is increasing mitigation efforts and reminding residents to remain vigilant in protecting themselves and their families.

How to Protect Yourself and Others:

  • Use insect repellent containing DEET.ย 

  • Eliminate standing water in your yard.ย 

  • Change water in birdbaths and pet bowls regularly.ย 

  • Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outdoors.ย 

  • Limit outdoor activity during dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are most active.

While weather conditions can affect mosquito spraying, the Cityโ€™s vector control crews have continued to operate on their regular schedule. Residents are encouraged to report mosquito breeding areas by calling 281-420-5384 or visit www.baytown.org/766.

๐Ÿ— Bojangles Coming Soon to Baytown!

If youโ€™ve been craving crispy chicken and buttery biscuits, you wonโ€™t have to wait much longer โ€” Bojangles is on its way to Baytown! Construction is moving along in the 8000 block of TX-146, and it looks like the doors could open within the next couple of months.

To get your taste buds ready, hereโ€™s a mouthwatering preview straight from Bojangles. Just a warning: you will be hungry after watching this!

Image Courtesy of Baytown Police Department

๐Ÿš”BPD & BFD๐Ÿš’
Save the Day Once Again

On Saturday, May 24, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Baytown officers responded to a possible drowning at a home in the 5300 block of East Road. When they arrived, two menโ€”an off-duty paramedic and a fire marshalโ€”were performing CPR on 10-year-old Gavin, who had been found unresponsive in the pool by his older brother.

Officers quickly stepped inโ€”carrying Gavin to EMS so he could be flown out by Life Flight for emergency care. An officer also transported Gavinโ€™s mother to the hospital so she could be there for her son and provide vital medical information during the critical moments that followed.

Thanks to the fast actions of family members, bystanders, first responders, and medical staffโ€”Gavin survived. Yesterday, Gavin stopped by the Public Safety building to personally thank the Baytown Police Department and Baytown Fire Department personnel for helping save his life. He hand-delivered a heartfelt letter and shared his appreciation with those who responded that day. Gavin is doing well, recovering at home, and spending the summer with his family.

BPD & FBD donโ€™t take moments like these for grantedโ€”they remind them why they serve. Stay safe, buddy!

Welcome to Kidventures! ๐ŸŽˆ
Fun Finds for Kids & Families ๐ŸŒž

This brand-new section is your go-to guide for summer fun, packed with awesome activities, cool events, and can't-miss ideas to help kids and families make the most of every sunny day. Whether you're looking for something local and low-key, or a big adventure to burn off some energy, Kidventures has you covered. It's perfect for parents, grandparents, babysitters, and anyone trying to keep kids happy, active, and entertained this summer.

Check back often โ€” new fun finds can pop up anytime!

Image Courtesy John Moore - KSBJ - Blue Bell Ice Cream

๐ŸฆCOMMUNITY EVENT ALERT๐Ÿฆ
๐ŸšจIce Cream Emergency ๐Ÿšจ

On Tuesday, June 24th, from 6pm-7pm, 89.3 KSBJ is bringing FREE Blue Bell Ice Cream to Pelly Park (900 S Main St, Baytown)!
๐Ÿ˜ŽStop by and cool off with them while supplies last. ๐Ÿ˜Ž

Image Courtesy Forge Gym

Fun for the Whole Family

๐ŸŽˆ Bounce houses and FREE face painting for the kids
๐Ÿง Snow-cones & ice cream
๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Free Open Gym
๐Ÿšš Food trucks and food vendors
๐Ÿ› Shopping vendors
๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™€๏ธ Fitness challenges
๐ŸŽต Live DJ
๐ŸŽ Door prizes & New member deals!

๐Ÿ“… Sat. June 28th from 9am-2pm
11127 Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway Suite 1800, Baytown

Image Courtesy City of La Porte

Introduce Your Kids to the Game of a
Lifetime at Bay Forest Golf Course! โ›ณ

The summer junior clinic, which is led by PGA Professionals, covers chipping, pitching, putting, full swings, rules, and etiquette.
โ›ณ Ages: 6-12 years old
๐Ÿ“… July 14-16 Cost: Just $75 per student!
Ready to register? You can sign up in person at the Bay Forest Golf Course, or
click here for the registration form online.

Give your child the gift of golf this summer! Limited spots available.

Image Courtesy Baytown Parks & Recreation

Juneโ€™s Scavenger Hunt Has Begun
Win Tickets to Pirates Bay!

Play Juneโ€™s game at Bergeron Park to enter for a chance to win FOUR (4) TICKETS TO PIRATES BAY WATERPARK! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ

Image Courtesy City of La Porte

La Porte Residents -Looking for Something
FREE for Your Kids to Do this Summer?
Check out the San Jacinto Museum!

The City of La Porte has partnered with the museum to offer FREE admission every Thursday in June and July from 9am to 6pm for La Porte residents. Just bring proof of La Porte residency and enjoy a fun, educational day at the museumโ€”on us!

๐Ÿ›Local Garage, Yard & Estate Sales!๐Ÿท

Please help us spread the word:ย 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 5 PM to be included in this weekโ€™s issue!

๐Ÿ“ŒCheck Back on Thursday!

Job Listings Now on a Separate Page! ๐ŸŽ‰

To make scrolling easier for everyone, weโ€™ve moved job listings to a separate page! If you're job hunting, check it outโ€”if not, enjoy a quicker read! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ‘€

We're taking a short break from our Trivia feature, but donโ€™t worryโ€”itโ€™ll be back soon with an exciting new format! Stay tuned!

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