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Good morning, Neighbors— 🌞
Hope you’re enjoying this stretch of nice, spring weather—it’s one of those days that just feels good to be outside.
And a quick heads up… tomorrow is April 15th.⏳ Yes, that day. National Tax Day. 💸 The one that tends to sneak up on all of us no matter how many reminders we get. Some folks are wrapping things up today, others are double-checking numbers, and a few may be pretending it’s not happening at all.
However you’re handling it, just remember—it’ll be behind us soon. Until then, maybe enjoy a little sunshine today… it’s free.
Have a great day—
—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
🚨 Goose Creek CISD Counselor Sought on Charges, According to Report
📰 Dayton Area Man Charged in Fatal House Fire
🗓 Mark Your Calendars: Baytown’s Big Summer Events Are Back
⚓ Reminder: Fleet Week Starts This Week
📽️ 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.
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
+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
+National Prescription Drug Take Back Sat. April 25th from 10am-2pm
@Public Safety Building 3200 N. Main St., BaytownSylvan Beach Festival - April 25th from 9am - 11:45pm Click for full info
636 North Bayshore Drive, La PorteDeaf Social Where Bakery - May 2nd - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown
West Chambers Deaf Social – May 9th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East
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Goose Creek CISD Counselor Sought on Charges, According to Report
A Goose Creek CISD high school counselor is wanted on felony charges related to an alleged sexual relationship with a student, according to a local media report.
The report identifies the counselor as Lorinda Bocardo, 43, and says she worked at Goose Creek Memorial High School. Court records cited in the report say she is charged with improper relationship with a student and indecency with a child.
For more information and to view the full report, you can read the original article.
Dayton Area Man Charged
in Fatal House Fire
A Dayton-area man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal house fire in Liberty County, according to a local media report.
The report identifies the man as Michael Shane Linkinhoker, 45, who was taken into custody April 10 and charged with arson and manslaughter. Authorities say the fire occurred March 26 near CR 4267, off FM 1409 and resulted in the death of his mother, who lived at the home.
Officials say the fire was determined not to be accidental, leading to the charges. The investigation remains ongoing.
For more information and to view the full report, you can read the original article.
Mark Your Calendars:
Baytown’s Big Summer
Events Are Back
Summer is right around the corner, and Baytown is already getting ready with two of its biggest events of the year.
The 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration returns June 13th with an evening full of live music, community programming, and performances from DJ Donnie Houston, DJ GT Mayne, Piano Vibes, Bree Terry, The C.I.T.Y. Band, KIRBY, and headliner Leela James, all leading up to a fireworks show.
Then on July 4th, the City’s annual Independence Day Celebration will feature contests, family-friendly activities, and live performances by DJ Boris, Selestial Alcoser, Mustache the Band, and Eli Young Band. The night wraps up with Baytown’s signature fireworks finale.
As more details are released, we’ll keep you informed—be sure to check here, as usual, for all your local events and updates.
Reminder: Fleet Week Starts This Week
Highlights include ship tours, festivals, live entertainment, and special events throughout the week. One nearby event to check out is the Sylvan Beach Naval Showcase in La Porte on Sunday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
If you like to plan ahead, you can check out the full day-by-day schedule here.
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.
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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:
Which river is the longest in the United States?
Last Quiz: Which element has the chemical symbol “Fe”?
Answer: B) Iron
“Fe” comes from the Latin word ferrum, which means iron.
