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.

• Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra @ Lee College PAC - Sat. Sept. 27th @ 7:30pm

• +Pre-Grito Party at Baytown Town Square [Free] Fri., Oct. 3rd Starts @ 6pm

• +Grito Fest at Bicentennial Park, [Free] Sat. Oct. 4th 4:30 pm – 9 pm

• Mont Belvieu Market @ the Park Oct. 4th 8am-12pm

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Oct. 4th - 11 am @
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• +Peggy Bell Book Signing Sat., Oct. 4th, - 2–4 pm @
  The Collaboratory, 5623 S Main Street, Crosby

• +Stronger Than the Storm Seminar, for adults who have lost someone,
  Oct. 7th at 7 pm— at The Collaboratory. The cost is $10.

• National Night Out 2025 Mont Belvieu – Tues., Oct. 7th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm

• +Nurture Nature Festival - Sat., Oct. 11th, 10:00AM – 4:00PM.
  @Baytown Nature Center 6213 Bayway Dr. [FREE to attend]

• ORW Founders Day Free Festival Sat., Oct. 11th - 10am-4pm
  4818 FM North 565 Old River-Winfree Silent & live auction, entertainment, Ethel P. Ramsey bake-off, exhibits, car, truck, and motorcycle show, and free activities for kids! Click for more info

• +Fall Market Trade Days Sat. Oct. 11th 10am-4pm
  @ Baytown Community Center 2407 Market St.

• +Annual Public Safety Softball Tournament [BPD vs BFD]
  Sat., Oct. 18th @11 am @ Wayne Gray Sports Complex - Come out and cheer on the first responders who keep our community safe! Show your team spirit by wearing blue or red—depending on who you’re rooting for. Open to the community—bring your family and friends!

• +Fall Market @ Town Square – Oct. 18th 10am-2pm 
  213 W. Texas Ave., Baytown

• +Community Yard Sale - Oct. 18th 10am-2pm @ Town Square,
  213 W. Texas Ave., Baytown

• Annual Back the Blue BBQ Festival and 5K Family Fun Run Sat. Oct. 18th – 10am-5pm @ Jimmy Burke Activity Center in Deer Park.

• The “Fab 5” Music Event – Sat. Oct. 25th @ 8 pm – @ Lee College Performing Arts Center - Fund Raiser presented by Baytown Crime Stoppers

Lilly to Build $6.5B Factory
for First Obesity Pill

Pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly has announced plans to build a $6.5 billion manufacturing facility in Generation Park, located on Beltway 8 East about 22 miles from Baytown, almost directly across from the Summerwood subdivision. The project will create 615 full-time jobs, including positions for engineers, scientists, and lab technicians.

The factory will focus on producing Lilly’s small molecule medicines, including the oral GLP-1 drug orforglipron, which is currently under review as a potential treatment for obesity. The facility will also manufacture medicines for cardiometabolic, oncology, immunology, and neuroscience disorders.

Construction is expected to support around 4,000 jobs, adding to the project’s local economic footprint. With many residents in this region commuting 30 minutes or more for work, the Houston site could provide opportunities for workers from Baytown and surrounding communities.

The state has approved $5.5 million in funding for the project through the Texas Enterprise Fund under the Jobs, Energy, Technology and Innovation program. According to the Greater Houston Partnership, the Lilly project is one of the largest private life sciences investments in Texas history.

Lilly considered more than 300 sites before selecting Houston. The company cited workforce potential, access to transportation and utilities, and local incentives as deciding factors. The Houston facility is the second of four U.S. manufacturing sites Lilly plans to announce this year, following a $5 billion site in Virginia. Together, the four sites are expected to employ more than 3,000 full-time workers and support 10,000 construction jobs nationwide.

Locally, the project aligns with workforce development efforts already underway. San Jacinto College is opening its new Center for Biotechnology at Generation Park later this month, which will train students in bioprocessing and related fields. Lilly says it will partner with universities and invest in education initiatives across Texas to build a talent pipeline for its facilities.

Eli Lilly employs about 49,000 people worldwide, with nearly half based in the United States. The Houston facility will add to its existing U.S. operations in Indiana, North Carolina, New Jersey, Wisconsin, and Puerto Rico.

You can see a view of the proposed building and more in the video below:

Pickup Truck Reported Stolen on Hunters Way Lane

Baytown police are investigating the theft of a red 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 reported early Wednesday morning. The incident occurred in the 6700 block of Hunters Way Lane around 5:40 a.m. on Sept. 24. According to the report, the truck, valued at $35,000, was stolen and has been classified as a motor vehicle theft.

Cable Wires Damaged on Eastpoint Boulevard

A case of criminal mischief was reported Tuesday in the 8400 block of Eastpoint Boulevard. Officers responded around 12:00 p.m. on Sept. 23 after cable wires were intentionally damaged. The estimated cost of the damage to tools and equipment is listed at $15,000. The case remains under investigation.

Lights, Camera, Action—
Digital Communications Academy
Students Lead Game Day
Production at Stallworth Stadium

Did you know?  

Goose Creek CISD is proud to announce that students in the district’s Digital Communications Academy are officially taking over the production and live game day footage on the brand-new Stallworth Stadium scoreboard.

The state-of-the-art scoreboard, attached to the new Stallworth Field House completed as part of the 2019 Bond Program, was unveiled at a ribbon-cutting ceremony this summer. Now, Digital Communications Academy students are making it come alive with high-quality video, live coverage, performance introductions, and advertising from local businesses.

The students successfully completed their first trial run during the Goose Creek Memorial Patriots vs. Dayton Broncos scrimmage, putting their training into action and showcasing their ability to deliver professional-quality production for the community.

Led by academy teachers Kristen Jaso and Ric Morris, and under the leadership of Principal Shonna Prentice, students are gaining hands-on, brains-on learning by designing, filming, and producing real-time game day content. Their work includes instant replays, performance introductions, and advertising for local businesses—bringing professional-level production to Stallworth Stadium.

The academy offers a robust pathway of courses and includes a Dual Credit Program with Houston Community College, where students can earn a Certificate of Completion in Filmmaking – Film/Video Production Level 1.

Community members or business owners interested in advertising opportunities on the scoreboard can email [email protected] for more information.

~ Kendall David, Executive Director of Community Engagement, GCCISD

Do You Know M.A.P. ?
You Should!

Crashes involving stranded or disabled vehicles are on the rise—and too often, they turn deadly.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is there to help. The Motorist Assistance Program (M.A.P.) offers free roadside assistance to keep you safe.

Whether you’ve run out of gas ⛽, have a flat 🚗, or are stranded, help is just a call away:

📞 713-CALL-MAP (713-225-5627) Save this number, share it with your loved ones, and let’s work together to keep Harris County roadways safe.

Child Passenger Safety Week

The City of Baytown wants to remind everyone that this is Child Passenger Safety Week [Sept. 21st-27th]. This event is here to help parents and caregivers double-check that car seats, booster seats, and seat belts are keeping kids as safe as possible.

Did you know most car seats are installed or used incorrectly? 

This week is the perfect time to check your child’s seat, make sure it’s the right size, and get help from a certified technician if you need it.

Safe kids = happy rides—let’s make every trip a safe trip!

The Baytown Municipal Court offers child safety seat checks during business hours.

Click here to register to ensure a technician is on site to assist.

For additional Information on Child Passenger Safety Week please visit this link.

🛍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!

Friendly Note: Garage and Estate sales are as unpredictable as the Texas weather—sometimes they pop up, sometimes they blow away! 🌦️ Hosts may change times, addresses, or even cancel altogether. We just share the info; the rest is part of the treasure-hunting adventure. 🛍️

📌Garage Sale

138 N Burnett Dr. Baytown
Fri & Sat., Sept. 26-27th 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dishes, outdoor furniture, air compressor, clothes

Estate Sale

190 Oakland St. Baytown
Thur. – Sat. Sept. 25-27th - 9am-3 pm
Tools, camping, scaffolding, big metal, work tables

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

Wednesday’s Quiz: What planet is known for its prominent ring system?
Answer: D) Saturn
While other planets have rings, Saturn’s are the largest and most visible.