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• Lee College 17th Annual Health Fair April 7th from 1-3 pm
  @ Lee College Sports Arena Info

• Deaf 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

• +Shred It -Baytown- Free Shreding Event Tues. April 14th from 11am-1 pm @ Frost Financial 3426 Garth Rd. Click for details

• +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 Porte

  For a complete events calendar click here

New Investment Strengthens
Free College Program Available
to La Porte ISD Students

Students in the La Porte Independent School District may soon have expanded access to free college, thanks to a new regional investment aimed at removing financial barriers.

The Greater Houston Community Foundation announced a $500,000 investment to support education and career pathways across the Houston area. Of that, $400,000 will go to San Jacinto College to strengthen its Promise @ San Jac Scholarship program.

The scholarship allows eligible students living in the college’s taxing district—including many in La Porte—to attend college with tuition and books fully covered.

The need for programs like this is significant. According to a recent youth disconnection report, about 13.3% of young adults in the Houston area—roughly 124,500 people—are neither in school nor working.

“This is a visionary investment…which will open doors for countless students who thought college was out of reach,” San Jacinto College Chancellor Brenda Hellyer said in a news release.

Since 2021, the program has supported more than 11,600 students and helped boost college enrollment across partner school districts, creating stronger pathways to long-term career opportunities.

Crosby Residents Raise Alarm
Over Trash-Filled Abandoned Site

A long-standing problem property in Crosby is now drawing increased attention after neighbors raised concerns about safety and health issues.

Residents say the abandoned site has become overgrown and filled with trash, attracting rodents and other unwanted activity. The property has reportedly been a concern for months, with multiple complaints filed and several follow-up inspections by the county.

Officials say the location has been identified as a public health nuisance and that the property owner was given opportunities to address the issues but failed to do so.

As a result, the owner is now facing misdemeanor charges related to not correcting the problem.

County officials say they are continuing to monitor the situation as nearby residents wait for conditions to improve.

Volunteers Needed for April
Cleanup Along Goose Creek Trail

Community members are invited to roll up their sleeves and help clean up the Goose Creek Trail throughout the month of April.

Volunteers can join efforts every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Goose Creek Park to help pick up trash and improve the area along the trail. Supplies will be provided, making it easy for anyone to jump in and lend a hand.

Participants are encouraged to bring water in a refillable container, wear comfortable clothing, and come prepared with walking shoes.

The effort is part of a broader push to beautify the community through programs like Adopt-a-Spot, public art projects, and ongoing park maintenance. Volunteers may also assist with tasks such as weeding, spreading mulch, weatherizing wooden structures, and refreshing paint.

Help keep local parks clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.

🗓️ 4-6 pm every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in April

📍 Meet at Goose Creek Park (3 Price St.)

Click to apply & more info

Securely Shred Your Documents—
No Cost, No Hassle

Free shredding services will be available at the Frost Baytown Financial Center. Bring your old documents, safely dispose of them, and help protect your personal information. The event is free and open to the public, with a limit of 10 boxes or bags per visitor. Please note, only paper items will be accepted.

Tues. April 14th from 11am-1 pm

3426 Garth Rd, Baytown

Shredding details

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.

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.

📌Check back Thursday & Friday!

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:

Goose Creek CISD Job Fair

La Porte School Openings

Click job listings page

Last Quiz: Which musical instrument has the longest pipe in a standard orchestra?
Answer: B — Bassoon
The bassoon’s wooden pipe is about 8 feet long, but it is folded back on itself so the instrument remains manageable. Its deep, rich tone plays an important role in orchestral harmony and comic musical moments