In partnership with

Men, You've Been Misinformed

Men's skin is about 25% thicker than women's, but thicker skin doesn't mean better aging. It means delayed collapse. For years, your skin looks resilient. Then collagen declines, and when it does, it drops hard: deeper wrinkles, heavier under-eye bags, more dark spots showing up all at once.

Most men were never taught to get ahead of this. Women were. And by the time the signs show up, you're playing catch-up.

Particle Face Cream was built precisely for this. One 6-in-1 formula engineered for men's skin — reduces eye bags, dark spots, and wrinkles, restores firmness, hydrates deeply, and revives dull tone. No complicated routine. Over 1,000,000 men already use it. Try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Good morning, Friends— 👋

Here’s a little timely reminder as we head deeper into April—hurricane season officially begins June 1st 🌀, and it always seems to get here faster than we expect. This weekend’s tax-free opportunity on emergency supplies is a good chance to get ahead while saving a few dollars, whether you’re fully stocked or just getting started.

A little preparation now can make big difference later. Have a great Tuesday, and take a moment to think—are you ready for the season ahead?

—The Newsletter Team ~ “Building community, one story at a time.”

For a better reading experience, read the newsletter online.

Many email providers cut a large portion of the newsletter articles off. That means you might miss out on important news items, and more.

In This Baytown Local Spotlight Issue:

☀ Baytown, Tx. Weather

📆 Greater Baytown Area Events

🚨 Suspected Drunk Driver Tears Through Baytown Yard

💲 Get Hurricane-Ready Early and Skip the Sales Tax

🌀 Prepare Now: Hurricane Workshop Set for May 7

📽️ Hope This Brings a Few Smiles to Your Day

🏷️ Garage, Yard, or Estate Sales -

📰 Job Listings -

Trivia is back ‘Old School’

Today’s Forecast

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.

  • +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., Baytown

  • Sylvan Beach Festival - April 25th from 9am - 11:45pm Click for full info
    636 North Bayshore Drive, La Porte

  • Deaf 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

This Newsletter Issue Sponsored By:

Suspected Drunk Driver Tears
Through Baytown Yard

A Baytown couple is speaking out after a suspected drunk driver crashed through their yard, causing significant damage before fleeing.

The incident happened along Bayou Boulevard, where surveillance video shows an SUV slamming through a concrete barrier and iron fence. Debris was left scattered across the property.

The homeowner said the barrier may have prevented the vehicle from hitting the house.

According to the homeowners, the driver continued through nearby neighborhoods and later struck another vehicle, injuring an elderly woman, before crashing again. Police eventually took the driver into custody.

Court records identify the suspect as 22-year-old Brandon Martinez, who is facing a charge of driving under the influence.

The homeowners estimate about $10,000 in damage and say this is the fourth time an impaired driver has crashed onto their property.

Get Hurricane-Ready Early and
Skip the Sales Tax

As part of our commitment to helping you save money and stay prepared, here’s a timely opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Texas is offering a sales tax holiday on emergency preparation supplies from Saturday, April 25 through midnight Monday, April 27. With hurricane season officially starting June 1, this tax-free weekend comes at just the right time to get ahead of the rush and stock up.

Qualifying items include generators, flashlights, fuel containers, and other essentials that can help during severe weather.

The tax break applies to purchases made in-store, online, by phone, or through mail order. There’s no limit on how many qualifying items you can buy, and no exemption certificate is required.

If you’ve been meaning to prepare for storm season, this is a great chance to do it while saving money and staying one step ahead.

Image Courtesy City of Baytown Fire Department

Prepare Now:
Hurricane Workshop Set for May 7th

The City of Baytown is inviting residents to attend a Hurricane Preparedness Workshop on May 7th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Baytown Community Center, Lone Star Room, located at 2407 Market Street.

According to a recent post from the City, the event is open to all ages and will provide helpful information on how to prepare for hurricane season. Attendees can also enjoy light refreshments and have a chance to take home emergency supply giveaways.

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 Thurs. & Fri.

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:

Last Quiz: Which famous 1990s TV show featured the fictional coffee shop “Central Perk”?
Answer: C) Friends

Keep Reading