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.

• +STEM Night at the Children’s Museum – Thurs. July 31^st 4:30pm
  Chambers County Children's Museum 10955 Eagle Drive, Mont Belvieu
  Presented by ExxonMobil

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Aug. 2nd - 11 am @
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• Main Street Trade Days – Sat. Aug. 2nd – 10am-2 pm  208 W. Main, La Porte

• Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. Aug. 2nd.- 8am - Noon

• +Youth Series; Let's Talk About It -Aug. 2nd, 11am-12:30pm - This presentation will educate teens on the red flags of unhealthy relationships, how to build safe and respectful connections, and where to get help and support. Appropriate for youth ages 11-17 - Baytown Municipal Court  3120 North Main

• +Back to School Fair for GCCISD– Sat. Aug. 9th | 8:00am-12:00pm (or til supplies run out) Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market St. Baytown

• Pickle Festival Aug. 9^th  10am-6pm   @Crosby American Legion
  14890 FM 2100, Crosby

• West Chambers Deaf Social – Aug. 9th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk
  in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• Senior Expo Aug. 14th 9am-1pm Baytown Community Center 2407 Market St.

• +Something Old Something New Vendor Market Aug. 30th 10 AM-2 PM 2122 N. Alexander Drive, Baytown

• First Fridays at Five Points- A Taste of Main Street Fri., Sept. 5th,
   6 PM-9 PM - Five Points Plaza, 100 S Broadway, Main Street La Porte

• +Anything But A Boat Race Sat. Sept. 6 @10am Mont Belvieu City Park, 10900 Eagle Dr. Click for details

Son Confesses to Setting Fire That
Killed Father in Baytown Home

A 40-year-old Baytown man has been charged with murder after authorities say he intentionally set fire to his home, resulting in the death of his father inside.

The incident happened Monday, July 21st, around 4 p.m., when Baytown Fire and EMS responded to a house fire on the 1900 block of Chilton Dr. Firefighters found the home fully engulfed in flames and later discovered the body of 73-year-old Floyd Hadley in the bathtub. No other injuries were reported.

According to court documents, investigators quickly uncovered surveillance footage showing a man walking away from the side of the home moments before smoke began pouring from the back. The vehicle seen in the footage was traced to Floyd’s son, Clinton Hadley.

Baytown detectives used NCIC database records and Flock Safety license plate technology to issue a BOLO (Be On the Lookout). That same day, Clinton was arrested in Slidell, Louisiana, after allegedly threatening to set a business on fire if he didn’t receive gas money. Deputies said he initially provided a false name.

Once informed that his father had died in the fire, Clinton denied involvement. However, court records say he later admitted to Louisiana deputies that he deliberately set fire to the furniture in his room before leaving the house. He allegedly told investigators he wanted to burn the house down and “get away from his family.”

The documents also mention a history of mental health concerns involving Clinton. The night before the fire, an aunt reportedly called Baytown police requesting a welfare check. She claimed Clinton, who she said was schizophrenic, had been talking about burning the house down.

Baytown Police Chief John Stringer credited the swift inter-agency response and use of investigative technology for the quick arrest. “Because of that coordination, another dangerous individual is now off our streets,” he said.

Clinton Hadley remains in custody in Louisiana as authorities work to extradite him back to Texas.

Click to read our original article about the house fire

Click to read our second article 

New Industrial Project Near Baytown:
EGF Energy Breaks Ground at Gulf Inland

Houston-based EGF Energy Partners LLC has purchased a 13.1-acre site at Gulf Inland Logistics Park in Liberty County-about 25 miles north of Baytown—where it will build a rail-connected terminal and manufacturing facility for base oils and lubricants.

The expansion is noteworthy for the greater Baytown area as Gulf Inland Logistics Park continues to attract industrial investment and job growth to the region. The development offers direct access to both Union Pacific and BNSF rail lines, as well as proximity to the Port of Houston and major transportation routes like I-10 and Highway 146.

EGF, a family- and minority-owned business with more than 20 years of experience, produces premium lubricants for automotive, industrial, and drilling markets. The new facility will allow the company to store, blend, and transload a wide range of lubricant products.

The first phase, expected to be up and running within a year, will include:

• A 20,000-square-foot warehouse

• Over 400,000 gallons of bulk tank storage

• Truck scales and multiple loading racks

Once complete, the full project will span 60,000 square feet and feature capacity for 800,000 gallons of product.

EGF President Felix Moreno Jr. says the location is key to streamlining logistics and better connecting their existing Houston operations. “This site gives us flexibility and efficiency. We’re excited to grow and better serve our customers,” he said.

The project reflects growing momentum at Gulf Inland Logistics Park, where Phase 1 is nearly sold out, and Phase 2 is now underway. With over 2,000 railcar storage spaces planned by 2026 and a workforce of more than 2 million people within commuting distance, the park is rapidly becoming a major industrial hub for Southeast Texas—something Baytown-area businesses and suppliers are likely to benefit from.

Welcome to Kidventures! 🎈
Fun Finds for Kids & Families 🌞

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 — new fun finds can pop up anytime!

🕵️‍♂️July’s Scavenger Hunt
is at Pelly Park!! 🌳 

Enter for a chance to win ONE (1) BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGE at The Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education and Recreation Center! 🐸🌿

🎁 Birthday Party Packages at the Wetlands Center include LIVE, interactive animal encounters with baby alligators, fish, turtles, crabs, sea anemones, snakes, lizards, and bees! 🐊🐠🐢🦀🐍🦎🐝 

Complete the mission, grab your sticker, and enter for a chance to win our Grand Prize before July 31st!

🏆 Begin your Scavenger Hunt at Pelly Park! 🌳✨ 
📍 Location: 900 S Main St, Baytown, TX 77520
🚨 HOW TO ENTER 🚨 
✨Step 1: Download the Agents of Discovery App!
✨Step 2: Once you have the app, go to the park (Pelly Park) and open the app! Open Missions, and start the Mission to begin the Scavenger Hunt!
✨Step 3: Grand Prize entry information will be found at the end of the Scavenger Hunt, along with a Neighborhood Park Sticker! 🎉 

Thank you for participating and good luck, Agents!

Want more details - check out our previous article

Kids at College Camps

Summer should be FUN... and educational too! 🌞📚 Kids at College Camps offer unforgettable experiences for ages 4–18, from science to sports to art and more. 🎉 Secure your child’s spot before registration ends in July! ➡️ https://www.lee.edu/workforce/kids-at-college/index.php

Youth Tennis Lessons🎾

Attention parents! With Wimbledon starting, there's no better time to spark your child's love for tennis! 🎾 Watching the pros at the slams can be incredibly inspiring, and hard court season is coming up next!

✨ Sign them up for lessons now so they’re ready to hit the court with confidence and excitement! 🎾✨

👉Click to learn more

🛍Local Garage, Yard & Estate Sales!🏷

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 5 PM to be included in this week’s issue!

📌Check Back on Thursday!

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! 😊👀

Click job listings page

🧠 Trivia is back… the old-school way (for now)!
We know—we said a new and improved trivia was coming. Then we ran into some “technical difficulties” (aka: the software got stage fright). 😅 

While we sort that out, we’re bringing back the classic version you know and love. Thanks for sticking with us!

Monday’s Quiz: Which of the following facts about the Florida Everglades is true?
Answer: A. It’s the only place on Earth where alligators and crocodiles live together