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.

• +La Porte Main Street Trade Days Sat., Dec. 6th, from10AM-2PM
  Downtown La Porte.

• +Cookie Crawl Sat. Dec. 6th from 11:30am to 1:30pm Click for map & details

• +Bay Area Philharmonic Sat. Dec. 6th @ 7:30 pm @ 200 Lee Dr., Baytown
  Lee College PAC Info & Tickets

• Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Sat. Dec. 13th - 9 AM to 2 PM -City of Baytown Storage Facility (1200 Lee Drive & Riggs Street).

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Jan. 3rd - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

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

• +Family Wellness Festival [Goose Creek CISD] Jan. 31st from 9am-12pm
  @ Ross S. Sterling High School

  For a complete events calendar click here

A Historic First:
Dual Refiners of the Year Celebrated

For the first time in its history, the Refiner of the Year award from ExxonMobil honored two remarkable leaders! 🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Randal O'Brien, Superintendent of Goose Creek CISD and Connie Tilton, ExxonMobil Baytown Public Affairs Officer for their outstanding contributions to the community.

Now in its 39th year, the annual celebration once again brought together neighbors, civic leaders, and friends to connect, reflect, and recognize the incredible achievements shared throughout the year.

Baytown Man Among Two
Charged in Double Homicide
Near Silsbee Nightclub

A Baytown man is among two suspects charged with murder after a double shooting outside a Silsbee-area nightclub. According to the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, Kenny Ray Johnson, 21, of Baytown, and Deontray Deshunn Carey Jr., 22, of Beaumont, each face two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Henry Carey Jr., 36, and Khalil Ahmadrian Gooch, 29, both from Kountze.

Officials say the men had been leaving a nightclub on Fresenius Road when Johnson’s vehicle was involved in two minor crashes. According to probable cause documents, Johnson and Carey then confronted the other driver and attempted to demand money. A fight followed, and investigators say Johnson admitted firing three shots while Carey fired additional rounds.

Both victims were found in the roadway and pronounced dead at the scene. Johnson and Carey were later detained during a traffic stop and arrested after further investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office at 409-246-5255 or Crime Stoppers at 409-833-TIPS.

Stay Safe and Warm:
5 Heater Tips for
Cooler Weather

The Mont Belvieu Fire Department wants to remind everyone:

With the weather getting a lot cooler, everyone is turning on their heaters for the first time this season.
Here are 5 easy tips to keep you both safe and warm:

🔥 Keep flammable materials at least 3 feet away from furnaces, fireplaces, and space heaters.
🍳 Never use an oven or stovetop to heat your home. These appliances were only intended to cook food.
🔧 Have a qualified professional inspect and clean your heating system. Now is the perfect time to make sure you're all set for the chilly weather ahead. And, be sure trash, paint, and other flammable materials are nowhere near your heating system.
🔌 Don't use an extension cord with a space heater, as they can overheat and cause a fire. Also, don't ever leave space heaters unattended or use them overnight while you are sleeping.
🚨 Test your smoke alarms and Carbon Monoxide (CO) detectors once a month. Probably a good idea to go ahead and replace those batteries too.

Texas Man Saves Two Lives
After Rebuilding His Own

A powerful story out of Ellis County, Texas, is reminding people that a second chance can lead to extraordinary acts of good. According to a report from People, Jacob Bell — who spent nearly 20 years in prison before rebuilding his life — has now saved two people in separate emergencies just weeks apart.

The first rescue happened at Lake Waxahachie, where Bell jumped into action after seeing a young girl struggling in the water. He reached her quickly and pulled her to safety, preventing what could have been a tragic drowning.

Just six weeks later, Bell was driving when he saw an overturned vehicle on fire. Inside was a 72-year-old man who was unresponsive. Bell pulled the man from the wreckage, performed CPR, and stayed with him until help arrived. Authorities later confirmed that his efforts likely saved the man’s life.

Bell told reporters he doesn’t see himself as a hero — only someone determined to do the right thing when he sees someone in danger.

🛍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. 🛍️

📌 Nothing on the garage/estate-sale list this week, but with this cold, rainy stretch, staying cozy at home sounds like the best find of all.

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 toy became a national craze in the 1960s after selling millions within its first year?
Answer: B
Etch A Sketch was released nationally in 1960 and instantly became one of the decade’s most iconic toys.