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.

• +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

• +811 Day and Touch-A-Truck Event - Sat. Aug. 9th - 9:00am-12:00pm
  Mont Belvieu City Park

• 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.

• +Wild Wheels 2025 Family Bike Ride Sat., Aug. 23rd Check in @ 8:30 am Baytown Nature Center - Register 

• 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

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Sept.. 6th - 11 am @
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

Talke USA Breaks Ground on
Recycling Support Center
in Mont Belvieu♻️

Talke USA marked a major milestone on Friday, Aug. 1st, breaking ground on its new Recycling Support Center in Mont Belvieu — a project that promises to boost both the local economy and sustainability efforts in the heart of the U.S. petrochemical industry.

The facility will receive post-consumer plastic materials and prepare them for advanced recycling. Once processed into bales in Mont Belvieu, the materials will be sent to Cyclyx’s new circularity center in Houston, where they’ll be converted into ISCC-PLUS-certified recycling feedstock.

The new site on Langston Drive represents the next phase of Talke USA’s growth since establishing its U.S. headquarters in Mont Belvieu in 2022. Chambers County and the City of Mont Belvieu played a key role in supporting and funding the project, which aligns with community goals for sustainable industry growth.

Alexander Boehm, Talke USA chief operating officer, also credited the collaboration that made the project possible, noting the contributions of Tommy Hammond and the Chambers County team, Cyclyx, and city officials.

Once complete, the Recycling Support Center will:

• Support circular supply chains by processing post-consumer plastics for reuse

• Advance mechanical and advanced recycling efforts in the region

• Provide new infrastructure and jobs in Mont Belvieu

• Strengthen the area’s role in sustainable petrochemical logistics

The groundbreaking ceremony brought together local leaders, industry partners, and Talke USA employees to celebrate the start of construction. As the project moves forward, Talke says it will continue sharing updates with the community.

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ExxonMobil’s Baytown Hydrogen Project
Faces Possible Delay or Cancellation

A major clean energy project planned for Baytown might be in trouble — and it all comes down to changing federal rules and tax credits.

ExxonMobil had announced plans to build the world’s largest blue hydrogen and ammonia facility at its Baytown refinery. The company said it would reduce carbon emissions by capturing and storing nearly all of the carbon dioxide created during production.

The plant would produce 1 billion cubic feet of hydrogen per day and 1 million tons of ammonia each year. The hydrogen would be used to make plastics and chemicals, replacing dirtier fuels currently used at the refinery.

But now, ExxonMobil says it may have to cancel or delay the project. Why? Because of new rules from the U.S. government that shorten the timeline for when companies must start construction in order to qualify for clean energy tax credits.

Originally, companies had until 2033 to begin building. Now, the deadline is the end of 2027. If companies miss that window, they lose a big financial incentive known as the 45V tax credit, which would help offset the high cost of clean hydrogen production.

He also said that although the Baytown facility could technically meet the 2027 deadline, the company is concerned about whether there will be enough buyers for the hydrogen and ammonia to make the project financially worthwhile.

In the meantime, ExxonMobil is still working on deals with buyers in the U.S., Europe, and Japan — but those agreements haven’t been finalized.

Some experts say the company could still qualify for another tax credit (called 45Q) for carbon capture, but that incentive pays less.

If the project moves forward, it would be one of the largest of its kind in the world and bring major investment and potential jobs to the Baytown area. But for now, the future of the project is uncertain — and local leaders, workers, and residents will be watching closely.

📅 Mark Your Calendar for
811 Day & Touch-A-Truck
in Mont Belvieu🚜

Saturday, August 9th | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Mont Belvieu City Park
Free and fun for the whole family!

Get ready for a hands-on, family-friendly event that’s all about fun, big trucks, and safety!
Join the City of Mont Belvieu for the annual 811 Day & Touch-A-Truck Event, where you’ll get up close with the powerful machines used by our Public Works team, life-saving fire and rescue equipment, and police vehicles — all in one exciting morning.

🛠️ Explore the Touch-A-Truck Zone - Check out heavy-duty equipment, emergency vehicles, and special exhibits from Mont Belvieu Public Works, Fire & EMS, and Police. Industry experts will be on hand to talk safety, offer demonstrations, and give away prizes.

🎯 Play & Learn - Enjoy interactive games and exhibits for all ages that highlight the importance of calling 811 before you dig — a critical step for protecting pipelines and underground utilities.

🍧 Food Trucks & Treats - Cool down with snow cones and grab a bite from local food trucks while you explore the exhibits.

📍 Did You Know? - Mont Belvieu has the highest concentration of underground pipelines of any town in the U.S. That’s why calling 811 before you dig isn’t just smart — it’s essential.

Bring the whole crew and come celebrate safety, community, and some seriously cool vehicles. See you there!

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!

Wild Wheels 2025 Family Bike Ride

🚴‍♂️Get your bikes ready and helmets on for the 2025 Wild Wheels Family Bike Ride at the Baytown Nature Center!
Join us Sat., Aug. 23rd for a morning of family biking activities, giveaways, and more.
This event is free with paid admission to the Nature Center.
Secure your place now by registering at bit.ly/Wild-Wheels

🛍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!

Tuesday’s Quiz: What fascinating ability does a parrotfish have?
Answer: A. It can change its gender
Many species of parrotfish are protogynous hermaphrodites — meaning they start life as females and can later change into males. This helps balance population dynamics in coral reef environments. Bonus fact: they also poop sand, thanks to all the coral they munch on!