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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.

• Stage Door Inc., presents Cat on a Hot Tin Roof  April 25^th-May 3^rd Tickets

• Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. May 3rd.- 8am - Noon

• $1 Taco Night - Live Music, Games for the kids, & more!
  May 3rd from 5pm - 9 pm @ Town Square

• Main Street Trade Days – Sat. May 3rd – 10am-2 pm  208 W. Main, La Porte

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - May 3rd - 11 am @
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• Baytown 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.

• +Day Ga Com [Pop Culture Event] May 10 & 11 10am-6pm
  Dayton Community Center 801 South Cleveland St, Dayton, TX More info

• West Chambers Deaf Social – May 10th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk
  in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• +Mom’s & Mocktails Vendor Event Sat. May 10^th 9am-3pm @
  Crosby American Legion 14890 FM 2100, Crosby

• +Family Movie Night – Free Admission & Free Popcorn - Sat. May 17^th - 7 pm
  213 W. Texas Ave., Baytown Movie- “BIG” starring Tom Hanks

• Movie Under the Stars: Kung Fu Panda Sat. May 17th Movie starts @ 7 pm
  @ Mont Belvieu City Park

• +Spring Market @ Town Square- May 17th- 10:00am-2:00pm -
  213 W Texas Ave

• +Taste of So. Liberty County & Business Expo Thur. June 12^th 3-7 pm Details

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TALKE USA’s Mont Belvieu Facility
Leads the Way with
First-Ever OCS Logistics Verification

TALKE USA, Inc. has announced a major environmental milestone: its Mont Belvieu facility is the first logistics service provider (LSP) worldwide to achieve the newly launched Operation Clean Sweep® (OCS) Logistics Verification. This recognition underscores TALKE USA’s commitment to sustainable practices under its “Crafting Responsible Logistics” initiative.

The OCS Logistics Verification program, developed by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and the American Chemistry Council (ACC), sets a new industry benchmark for preventing plastic resin loss across trucking companies, warehouses, transloaders, and other logistics operations. Building upon the earlier OCS Blue Verification, the program demands rigorous facility-level compliance with over 25 specific management practices designed to ensure the safe containment, transfer, and handling of plastic materials.

TALKE USA successfully demonstrated full implementation of these measures, setting a global precedent for responsible logistics operations. The verification highlights the company's integrated focus on safety, environmental accountability, and sustainability throughout its supply chain processes.

This achievement also complements TALKE USA’s broader sustainability goals, which include the introduction of hydrogen-powered trucks and a target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. These initiatives reflect a strategic vision to deliver high-performance logistics solutions with minimal environmental impact.

As the first facility worldwide to meet the OCS Logistics Verification standard, TALKE USA’s Mont Belvieu site sets a new benchmark for the logistics sector, reinforcing the company's leadership in environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

About TALKE:

TALKE is recognized as one of the world's leading providers of logistics solutions for the chemical industry. Since its founding in 1947, this family-owned company has grown to serve more than half of the world’s top 50 chemical companies, supported by a team of 4,600 employees across three continents.

Built on a foundation of pioneering spirit, expertise, and dedication, TALKE transforms chemical logistics into a catalyst for future success. Responsibility and safety are core principles that guide the company’s operations, ensuring a focus on sustainable environmental practices and the long-term wellbeing of its employees and society.

TALKE’s core competencies include the transport, packaging, storage, and handling of both hazardous and non-hazardous substances across all aggregate states. The company also provides expert consulting, designs, and implements advanced logistics processes, infrastructure, and facilities. With the addition of digital services, TALKE offers an end-to-end portfolio that delivers customized solutions along the entire supply chain—an integrated approach that stands out as a key customer advantage.

Through its commitment to innovation and sustainability, TALKE continues to shape the future of chemical logistics responsibly and effectively.

Sewage Overflows Into Whispering Pines Neighborhood After Heavy Rain,
Sparking Renewed Concern

Editor’s Note: See our previous article on this subject

Heavy rainfall on Wednesday, April 23rd overwhelmed the sewer system in Baytown’s Whispering Pines subdivision, causing raw sewage to bubble up through manholes and spill into streets, yards, and coastal waterways. Residents reported finding toilet paper, tampons, and human waste scattered across affected areas, reigniting long-standing concerns about the neighborhood’s aging wastewater infrastructure.

City officials confirmed that a pump station failure ahead of the rain event contributed significantly to the overflow. Emergency pumps were brought in to manage the situation, and according to a city spokesperson, had the failure not occurred, the widespread overflow might have been avoided.

The issue of sewage spills has been a persistent problem in Baytown for decades, drawing scrutiny from both federal and state regulators. In 2022, the City of Baytown faced legal action citing hundreds of violations related to sewage system management. By 2024, negotiations with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) were still underway to address ongoing compliance issues.

Residents of Whispering Pines say these problems have become more severe in recent years, raising concerns about public health risks from exposure to untreated sewage.

Although the city has completed its participation in the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s (TCEQ) Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative—a 10-year plan aimed at rehabilitating the sewer system—additional work remains. City officials say they are continuing negotiations with both the TCEQ and EPA to agree on a schedule for further system improvements.

Drug Take Back Day Success!

10 boxes and 275 lbs. later... 📦💊
Thank you to everyone who dropped off their prescription medications! A special thank you to Charlie from the Baytown Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association for assisting our Crime Prevention Unit at today’s Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA Drug Take Back Day. 

Thank you all for helping us keep Baytown safe!

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On Thursday, April 24, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Baytown Police responded to a report of an aggravated assault and robbery. The victim reported being physically assaulted and threatened at gunpoint by a known suspect at a residence he shares with his girlfriend and child.

Officers quickly established a perimeter and utilized an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), commonly known as a drone, to monitor the scene. After repeated attempts to call the suspect out were unsuccessful, officers deployed an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle inside the home, where the suspect was located. Officers then made entry with K-9 support and safely took the suspect into custody without further incident.

Thanks to the strategic use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), officers were able to gather real-time intelligence while maintaining a safe distance. UAVs enhance our department’s ability to prioritize public safety, providing thermal imaging and live aerial feedback that aid in safely resolving critical incidents.

This safe outcome was possible due to the support of the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD), whose funding ensures our officers have access to the latest tools and technology to keep our community safe.

The Harris County District Attorney’s Office has accepted charges of Aggravated Robbery and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon against the suspect.

SkyZone Opening Soon in Baytown

Sky Zone, the popular indoor active entertainment brand, is preparing to open its newest location in Baytown. The new facility will be located at 3407 Garth Road, in the former 24 Hour Fitness space, and is expected to bring an exciting new recreation option for families, kids, and teens in the area.

Known for its high-energy attractions like wall-to-wall trampolines, obstacle courses, and interactive play zones, Sky Zone designs each location to deliver a unique experience. The company builds every facility with the goal of maximizing "Next Level Fun," ensuring guests of all ages can enjoy an epic time with each visit.

The Baytown Sky Zone promises to offer a variety of activities tailored for parties, group events, and everyday visits, adding a vibrant new destination to the city's entertainment landscape.

An official opening date has not yet been announced, but the arrival of Sky Zone is generating plenty of anticipation among residents eager for new family-friendly activities in the community.

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Who Killed Eugene Scott?

Baytown Crime Stoppers is asking for information leading to the arrest and charging of the suspect(s) responsible for the murder of 27 year old Eugene Scott. Eugene was shot and killed on Friday, June 13, 2014 at 11:54 pm while standing in a walkway at Baypointe Apartments, 811 Northwood Dr. located in Baytown, TX. Witnesses reported seeing a Black male wearing a white hoodie running from the scene after the gunshot was heard.

Crime Stoppers will pay up to a $5,000.00 cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for killing Eugene Scott.

Homicide Detectives are investigating and ask that anyone who may have any information about this case to please contact the Baytown Police Department at
281-422-8371 or Baytown Crime Stoppers as provided below.

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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! 😊👀

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We're taking a short break from our Trivia feature, but don’t worry—it’ll be back soon with an exciting new format! Stay tuned!