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In This Baytown Local Spotlight Issue:
☀ Baytown, Tx. Weather
📆 Greater Baytown Area Events
🚨 La Porte Police Charge Suspect With Felony Possession of Child Pornography
🎈 Family Fun Finder:
Bluey Comes to Life at Camp
📰 Job Listings
❓ Trivia


Today’s Record High: 85 in 2023 - Record Low: 29 in 1948

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.
Full Moon Hike - Sat. Mar. 15th- 8:00pm-9:30pm @ Baytown Nature Center
Spring Market @ Town Square - Mar.15th -10:00am-2:00pm - 213 W Texas Ave
Baytown Free Movie Night - Sat. March 15th @ 7 pm @ Baytown Town Square 213 W. Texas Ave.
Cycle the City with La Porte Mayor Helton- Tues. Mar. 18th @6:30pm
Lomax Rodeo Arena 1508 Lomax School RdBaytown's 2025 Run for Your Wildlife 1k/5k - March 22nd. 3:30pm - ??
Party on the Peninsula @ Baytown Nature Center - FREE park admission + Free parking - Free Live Concert Sat., March 22 from 6:30-9:30 pm
Mont Belvieu’s Spring Sprint 5K & Kids Fun Run Sat. March 22nd 8am
Details and registrationUltimate Food Truck Cookoff - Sat. March 22nd - 9am-11 pm
Lomax Rodeo Arena, 1508 Lomax School Rd.Baytown Trash Bash Sat. March 29th 8am-12noon @ Baytown Nature Center
Thrift it Forward -Fri. April 4th, 5-7pm at Goose Creek Memorial High School
Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. April 5th.- 8am - Noon
Main Street Trade Days – Sat. April 5th – 10am-2 pm 208 W. Main, La Porte
Deaf Social Where Bakery - April 5th - 11 am @
Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., BaytownWest Chambers Deaf Social – April 12th @ 11 am. @
The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 EastMonster Truck Wars Sat. April 12 12pm-7:30pm @Crosby Fair & Rodeo
DetailsBow Creation Class @ Yepez Vineyard - April 25th, 6:00pm-9:00pm Info
Sylvan Beach Festival - April 26 Full Details
Spring Outdoor Celebration April 26th. 10am-2pm Mont Belvieu City Park
DetailsSpring Craft & Vendor Mkt. -Sun. April 27 -10am-4pm
404 Laredo St, BaytownBaytown Rotary Club Annual Shrimp & Catfish Festival Sat., May 10 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. @ Baytown Community Center. Tickets are available from any Baytown Rotarian or at the front desk of The Baytown Sun, 1301 Memorial Dr.
Movie Under the Stars: Kung Fu Panda Sat. May 17th Movie starts @ 7 pm
@ Mont Belvieu City Park

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La Porte Police Charge Suspect With
Felony Possession of Child Pornography
In November of 2024, Detectives from La Porte Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division began to explore an allegation of child pornographic material being downloaded. Through their affiliation with the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children’s Federal task force, the investigation revealed the downloads were occurring at a residence in La Porte, with the suspect identified as 35-year-old Kody Caleb Smith.
A search warrant was subsequently executed at Smith’s Seabrook residence for the purpose of locating evidence related to the unlawful downloading activity. Smith confessed to downloading the child pornographic material, and the investigation confirmed approximately 77 total files/videos of child pornography had been downloaded by Smith at his La Porte residence, prior to his moving to the Seabrook area. Smith, employed with the La Porte Independent School District, resigned the following day.
Investigators confirmed all pornographic material was taken from dark sites on the internet, therefore there is no reason to believe there are any child victims in La Porte related to this investigation. Smith was charged with three counts of 1st degree felony possession or promotion of child pornography through the Harris County District Attorney’s office on March 5, 2025, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.

Family Fun Finder – Your go-to guide for kid-friendly adventures, hidden gems, and road-trip-worthy fun—whether it’s right around the corner or a few hours away! 🚗🎉

Image Courtesy of Camp
Bluey Comes to Life at Camp’s
New Immersive Experience in Houston
Families in Houston now have a new destination for fun and interactive play with the opening of Camp, a unique entertainment venue at the Galleria. Blending a toy store, immersive theater, and party space, Camp creates a one-of-a-kind experience for kids and parents alike.
The venue’s debut attraction is a 5,000-square-foot immersive ‘Bluey’ experience, based on the beloved Emmy-winning animated series. Visitors enter through Camp’s signature Magic Door, stepping into a life-sized replica of Bluey’s home. Inside, families can enjoy themed games from the show, interactive play areas like a pillow fort and cardboard castle, and even a photo op with Bluey and Bingo.
Beyond the ‘Bluey’ exhibit, Camp offers a permanent retail space featuring toys, clothing, and accessories, as well as creative activity zones like a slime creation station, a splatter room, and a party space. The shop-play hybrid concept also includes a playable truck for hands-on fun.
Camp, known for its rotating themed experiences, frequently partners with media brands like Disney and Paw Patrol to bring new adventures to life. Other signature experiences include Base Camp, which introduces kids to nature and the arts, and Cooking Camp, where children explore food from farm to table.
The Houston Galleria location is situated on the second floor near Forever 21. Families can visit for shopping, playtime, or to dive into the whimsical world of ‘Bluey’—with more exciting themes expected in the future. More Info
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In the meantime, take a look at the job listings below:

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ExxonMobil is Hiring for Their Baytown Complex!
We are seeking someone to operate the process units at ExxonMobil’s Baytown Complex. Process Technicians are responsible for the safe, efficient performance of any work needed to operate and maintain the processing units and related facilities. If you or someone you know is a good fit for the role, go to https://jobs.exxonmobil.com/job-invite/80068/

Image Courtesy of Mont Belvieu
The City of Mont Belvieu, Texas is currently accepting applications for an Utility Operator I at the Public Works Department. Click for details

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City of Baytown
The City of Baytown is Hiring:
Seasonal Grounds Technician will help keep our parks safe, clean, and beautiful.
Click for full details.
Baytown Nature Center Education Technician – PT
Assists Baytown Nature Center Naturalist in the design and development of nature-based education and recreational programs. Assists in conducting programs throughout the natural resources division. Click for full details

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City of La Porte
La Porte is Hiring Two Paramedic II Positions
Competitive pay ($75,692-$89,053), excellent benefits, and the chance to serve your community.
TX EMT-P or LP and 2+ years experience required.
Apply today: https://jobapply.page.link/WsGA8

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Now Hiring at The Baytown Sun
🔹 Circulation District Manager (Part-Time)
Must have a dependable vehicle, a valid drivers’ license, valid insurance, a backup driver in case of emergency, and be able to pass a drivers’ license and background check. Night duties include running a forklift and ensuring that newspaper carriers receive their papers for early morning delivery. You will also run two established routes and any down routes as needed. Additional duties may occur as needed. Forklift certification preferred, but we can train and certify.
🔹 Newspaper Carriers (Multiple Positions Available)
Be a Carrier for The Baytown Sun. Be your own boss, work early mornings 3 days a week and finish early enough to enjoy the rest of your day! You must have a phone, a valid drivers’ license, valid insurance and a dependable vehicle. Must also be able to pass a background and drivers’ license check.
🔹Apply at their office, 1301 Memorial Drive, Baytown, Mon-Fri from 8am-5pm.


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