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• West Chambers Deaf Social – Feb. 14th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Mar. 7th - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• Party on the Peninsula Save the Date!
  🗓️ Saturday, March 28 starting at 5:30 pm
  🗺️ Baytown Nature Center
  ❓ Music & More featuring local artists with waterfront views.

  For a complete events calendar click here

Brush Fire Burns Hundreds
of Acres North of Dayton

An uncontrolled brush fire is burning several hundred acres north of Dayton, according to the Dayton Volunteer Fire Department.

The fire is located near County Road 677, west of CR 321. Crews were reported on scene around 4:01 p.m., and mutual aid has been requested to help contain the blaze.

Authorities are urging residents to use caution in the area and watch for emergency responders. No information has been released about the cause of the fire or when it may be fully contained.

DOJ Reaches $68M Settlement
With Colony Ridge

The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Colony Ridge Land LLC, a developer in Liberty County, has agreed to pay $68 million to settle a lawsuit over alleged predatory land sales and lending practices.

Federal investigators said the company targeted Hispanic borrowers with misleading ads and seller-financed loans that did not properly verify a buyer’s ability to repay. The lawsuit claimed the practices led to high foreclosure rates and financial hardship.

Under the settlement, Colony Ridge will invest $48 million in infrastructure improvements, including $18 million for drainage. The company must also adopt stricter lending standards, reduce foreclosures, improve advertising accuracy, and invest $20 million in increased law enforcement presence.

The agreement resolves lawsuits filed by federal and Texas officials.

Save Big at the Rodeo 🎡🤠

Planning a trip to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo?

Take advantage of discounted tickets and special promotions to stretch your dollars further and enjoy more of the fun without breaking the bank.

Click for more info

Rising Stars Program Opens
Doors for Local High Schoolers

Houston Methodist Hospital is now accepting applications for its Rising Stars Summer Enrichment Program, designed for high school students who want to explore careers in healthcare, science, and medicine.

The program offers hands-on experience and mentorship opportunities, and Houston Methodist is currently seeking both student interns and adult mentors for the upcoming summer session.

Applications are open now and must be submitted by Monday, February 23, at 5:00 p.m.

Intern Application

Mentor Application

The Great Backyard Bird Count

You’re invited to participate in the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count, this Saturday, Feb. 14th at the Baytown Nature Center.

Stroll the scenic Wooster Point Loop and help track birds for a worldwide citizen science project!

No experience needed and no fee. All ages welcome.
9 to 11 am @ Baytown Nature Center

🧥Dress for the weather.
🥾Closed-toe shoes recommended.

Registration ends Friday!

Sign up today

Hope This Brings a Few Smiles to Your Day:

🛍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 Sale

5403 Louise Street Baytown
Fri. Feb 13 from 10am to 5pm
Sat. Feb 14 from 10am to 3pm
House is full! Furniture, kitchen items, clothes, +++

1903 Manor Dr., Baytown

Thurs. Feb. 12 – From 8 am.-5:00 pm. (10% off)
Fri. Feb. 13 – From 8 am. - 5:00 pm. (25 % off )
Sat. Feb. 14 – From 8 am. - 2:00 pm (50% off)
Full house full of furniture, décor, appliances +++

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

Last Quiz: What is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area?
Answer: A) Lake Superior
Lake Superior holds the title for largest freshwater lake by surface area. (Lake Baikal is the deepest and holds the most freshwater by volume.)