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La Porte Drug Manufacturing Facility Passes FDA Inspection💊Jenkins Splash Park Alligator Gets a Fresh New Look🐊
Good morning, Neighbors 👋
It’s Friday—and if your to-do list still feels a little longer than you’d like, you’re not alone. As the saying goes, “Only Robinson Crusoe had everything done by Friday.” The rest of us are just doing our best to wrap things up and head into the weekend.
What’s one thing you’re hoping to check off before the day’s over? Or are you already in weekend mode?
Hope you have a smooth finish to the week and a great start to your weekend,
—The Newsletter Team “Building community, one story at a time.”
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In This Baytown Local Spotlight Issue:
☀ Baytown, Tx. Weather
📆 Greater Baytown Area Events
💊 La Porte Drug Manufacturing Facility Passes FDA Inspection
🐊 Jenkins Splash Park Alligator Gets a Fresh New Look
🔬 Looking for Summer Activities? Kids at College Has Something for Everyone
🩺 Lee College Hosting 17th Annual Health Fair
🪗 Reminder: Party on the Peninsula is Saturday!
📽️ Hope This Brings a Few Smiles to Your Day
🏷️ Garage, Yard, or Estate Sales -
📰 Job Listings -
❓ Trivia is back ‘Old School’
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.
+Crosby Volunteer Fire Department Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb & Walk March 28th at Cougar Stadium. Click for more info
+Party on the Peninsula 🪗- Sat., March 28th from 5:30-9 pm
@ Baytown Nature Center Click for more info+Lee College 17th Annual Health Fair April 7th from 1-3 pm
@ Lee College Sports Arena InfoDeaf Social Where Bakery - April 4th - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown
+Rotary Shrimp & Catfish Festival Sat. April 18th from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Goose Creek CISD Professional Development & Events Center, 2610 N. Alexander Drive, Baytown
West Chambers Deaf Social – April 11th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East
+Conceptual Design Public Forum for the ExxonMobil Baytown Events Center and Sterling Library Renovation Plan - Thurs. April 16th @ 6pm Baytown Community Center, Tejas Room
+Arbor Day 2026 - April 24th from 8 am until supplies run out at Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center
+Sylvan Beach Festival - April 25th from 9am - 11:45pm Click for full info
636 North Bayshore Drive, La PorteFor a complete events calendar click here
La Porte Drug Manufacturing
Facility Passes FDA Inspection
A pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in La Porte has successfully passed a recent inspection by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
According to company officials, the SK pharmteco site was inspected from February 9–12, 2026. The FDA found no issues and gave the facility a “No Action Indicated” rating, meaning it meets the agency’s highest standards.
Many people may not realize that advanced drug manufacturing happens right here in our area. The La Porte facility produces key ingredients used in medicines and supports pharmaceutical supply chains.
SK pharmteco, as a company, specializes in small molecules, peptides, and viral vectors—advanced components used to help bring complex therapies to market.
During the inspection, FDA officials reviewed how products are made, tested, and tracked for safety and quality, along with equipment and lab operations.
Company leaders said the results reflect a strong focus on quality and reliability.
Image Courtesy Baytown Parks & Recreation Dept.
Jenkins Splash Park Alligator
Gets a Fresh New Look
A popular feature at Jenkins Splash Park has a fresh new look just in time for warmer weather. The alligator has been repainted and updated, including improvements to the slide, making it ready for more fun in the sun.
City crews recently completed the work as part of ongoing efforts to keep local parks safe, clean, and enjoyable for families.
Splash parks are open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., giving residents plenty of time to cool off and enjoy the updated space.
Image Courtesy Lee College
Looking for Summer Activities?
Kids at College Has Something for Everyone
Looking for something fun and meaningful for the kids this summer? The Kids at College program is now enrolling for a wide variety of camps, workshops, and courses designed for ages 5 to 17.
This year’s lineup includes arts and crafts camps, sports camps, and science and engineering programs, along with a weekly summer reading camp focused on improving fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary while building a love for reading.
The program also features STEM-based “Power of Play” camps, hands-on projects, and opportunities for kids to explore different careers—all in a fun, engaging environment.
With options for a wide range of interests, Kids at College offers something for everyone.
Image Courtesy Lee College
Lee College Hosting 17th
Annual Health Fair
Lee College will host its 17th Annual Health Fair on Tuesday, April 7th from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lee College Sports Arena, with free admission for the community.
Attendees can connect with local health organizations, learn about available wellness resources, and find ways to support a healthier lifestyle.
The event is open to all and offers an opportunity to explore a variety of health and wellness services in one place.
Image Courtesy Baytown Parks & Recreation Dept.
Reminder:
Party on the Peninsula
is Saturday!
Don’t forget! Party on the Peninsula is Saturday! [March 28th at the Baytown Nature Center.]
The event was created to shine a spotlight on local artists who call Baytown home, and this year’s lineup features hometown performer Ty Laramore, known for bringing energy to every show. He’ll be joined by local favorites Zydeco Jay & Creole Pressure, along with DJ Boris for a night full of music and entertainment.
Best of all, the event is free to attend, with free admission and free parking for everyone. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, bring friends, and enjoy the evening by the water.
A variety of local food trucks will be on site, and drinks will be available for purchase from Dirty Daiquiri.
It’s shaping up to be a fun evening celebrating Baytown music and community.🪗
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. 🛍️
Be sure to check the list on both Thursday and Friday — sometimes we receive new submissions after Thursday’s edition has already gone out.
📌Estate Sales
10711 David Lane, Crosby
Fri.-Sun. Mar. 27-29th from 8am-5pm
Tools, fishing, golfing, Avon, furniture, glassware, ++
1904 Amy Dr., Baytown
Fri.-Sat. Mar. 27-28 from 10am-4pm
Household items, décor, furniture, ++
20007 Wig Wam Lane, Crosby
Fri.-Sat. Mar. 27-28 from 8am-4pm
Furniture, décor, kitchen items, tools, +++
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! 😊👀
Schools are hiring! Links Below:
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