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.

• 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.

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

• +Octoberfest Sat. Oct. 11th – 9am – 3 pm Crosby American Legion
  14890 FM 2100, Crosby

• 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

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Nov. 1st - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

Tanker Truck Incident
Shuts Down SH-146 in Baytown;
Hazmat Crews Respond

A mechanical failure on a tanker truck carrying a corrosive chemical led to a major shutdown of SH 146 in Baytown on Wednesday afternoon.

Officials said the truck, owned by Depot Connection International, began emitting smoke along the northbound lanes of SH 146 near Texas Avenue, prompting a hazardous materials response. The truck was hauling piperazine, a corrosive substance, according to the City of Baytown.

Both northbound and southbound main lanes of the highway were closed between Spur 330 and the Fred Hartman Bridge as emergency crews worked to contain the situation.

There was no shelter-in-place order, and all staff and responders remained safe. Cleanup efforts were underway by the company with assistance from Baytown’s hazmat team.

As of 4 p.m., the highway remained closed, and traffic was being diverted at Highway 99. Officials expected the closure to last several hours.

Goose Creek CISD Celebrates
Accountability Achievements
Across Campuses

Goose Creek CISD is proud to recognize the achievements of campuses across the district following the release of the 2024–2025 state accountability ratings. These celebrations highlight the incredible efforts of our teachers, staff, students, and families who continue to grow and achieve together.

Among the district’s strongest highlights this year are the campuses that earned an overall “A” rating. IMPACT Early College High School continues to set the bar high with an “A” rating and an academic distinction, showcasing the hard work of students who balance both high school and college coursework. Stuart Career Tech High School not only earned an “A,” but also achieved four state distinctions, reflecting the school’s innovative approach to career and technical education and its commitment to preparing students for success beyond graduation. Peter E. Hyland Empower Academy also achieved an “A” rating. This tremendous accomplishment demonstrates the dedication of its staff to creating a supportive and effective learning environment for every student. These A-rated campuses serve as shining examples of the excellence that happens every day across Goose Creek CISD.

In addition to these top-rated schools, several campuses earning a solid “B” rating also made significant strides this year. Bowie Elementary and Clark Elementary both posted an impressive 21-point growth, with Clark also earning three distinctions. Goose Creek Memorial High School and Lee High School each earned two distinctions alongside their “B” ratings, reflecting academic strength in key areas. Crockett Elementary proudly earned three distinctions, while Sterling High School earned one. These campuses reflect the progress and resilience taking place throughout the district and show that strong teaching and student dedication are driving continuous improvement.

Other campuses also demonstrated notable growth this year, including Ashbel Smith Elementary, Carver Elementary, De Zavala Elementary, Travis Elementary, and the Virtual Learning Academy. In addition, several campuses earned a distinction for success in targeted areas, including Banuelos Elementary, San Jacinto Elementary, and Highlands Junior School. Each campus recognized represents students and educators who are working hard to push forward and achieve even more in the future.

Goose Creek CISD congratulates all campuses for their accomplishments and thanks the community for its ongoing support as the district continues to move forward and build on this success.
By: Nancy Bonds, Director of Communications, GCCISD

TGS Cedar Port Pre-Leases 420,000-SF
Baytown Distribution Center

TGS Cedar Port Partners has pre-leased the entire TGS Cedar Port DC 9 distribution center, which is currently under construction within TGS Cedar Port Industrial Park in Baytown.

Located at 5300 E. McKinney Road, DC 9 is a 420,510-square-foot, cross-dock facility being developed on approximately 23 acres.

“We are thrilled to welcome Supply Chain Management, LLC to TGS Cedar Port Industrial Park,” said James Scott, President of TGS Cedar Port Partners, L.P. “The pre-leasing of DC 9 is a strong indicator of market confidence.”

Following the DC 9 pre-lease, construction has begun on DC 10, another 420,510-square-foot distribution center located directly east of DC 9. The new facility will feature a 7,000-square-foot, two-story speculative office design and is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2026.

TGS Cedar Port is currently marketing DC 10 for lease or sale to end-users.

-UPDATED-
Sarah Hartsfield Found Guilty
of Killing Husband in 2023

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🛍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. 🛍️

📌Estate Sales:

915 Leavins St., Baytown
Oct. 9-12th. Thur.-Sat. 9-3 - Sun. 1-3
Lots of tools, garage items, garden items, plants, jewelry, household items

115 Valley Drive, Liberty
Oct. 9-12 - Thur.-Sat. 9am-5pm - Sun. 1pm-4pm
Clothes, jewelry, sports items, furniture, kitchen items, décor, holiday items

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: Which river is the longest in Asia?
Answer: C) Yangtze
The Yangtze River stretches about 3,915 miles, making it the longest river in Asia and the third-longest in the world after the Nile and Amazon.