• Baytown’s Market at Town Square Sat. - Nov. 16th. - 10am - 2 pm

• Free Vaccine & Microchip Clinic Plus Pet Food Pantry Nov. 16th

  Baytown Animal Services Click for details

• Full Moon Hike Nov. 16th @ Baytown Nature Center 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  

• Nerd Con Returns - Mont Belvieu - Sat. Nov. 16th
  Click for more info

• Purple Mustang Movie Info Event -Tues., Nov. 19 from 5-7pm 
  @ Baytown Historical Museum- Free to attend -Click to reserve your spot

• Paint with a Purpose: Help Area CPS Children Find Forever Homes
  Sat. Nov. 30th 4-6 pm Click for Info & Tickets

• Highlands 4-H presents the 2024 Baytown Youth Rodeo - Dec. 8 @ 1 pm 
  Click for details
  
  

Spotlight on Linda Sellers – Making Trips Happen

After more than 30 years in the airline industry, Linda Sellers wanted more than just a shift in her career—she wanted flexibility to be with her family and still indulge her passion for travel. As a result, she opened Cruise Planners, a Baytown-based, home-operated travel agency. Today, Linda crafts unique travel experiences, from cruises to land tours and fully packaged vacations, ensuring each journey is more than just a getaway; it’s an adventure.

Her wealth of experience in the travel industry translates into a personalized service that’s rare in a digital age. Linda’s clients benefit from her insider knowledge, and she often finds exclusive travel deals that aren’t available to the public. Thanks to special vendor relationships, she can access reduced pricing and unique packages, making dream vacations more affordable and accessible.

Beyond her dedication to clients, Linda is also an active community member. She has participated in local events, such as small business showcases and family-friendly gatherings, where she connects with locals and shares her travel expertise. Her focus is clear: make each trip meaningful, effortless, and truly memorable.

Whether you’re planning a solo cruise, a family land tour, or a meticulously crafted group adventure, Linda is ready to bring your travel vision to life. With her dedication and industry insights, she’s helping travelers make memories that last a lifetime. To start planning your next escape, contact Linda at (346) 292-6934 or visit her website at https://www.makingtripshappen.com/ 

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EPA, Baytown in Talks to Resolve
Years-Long Sewage Overflow Issues

Baytown’s sewage system troubles, marked by years of resident complaints about unpleasant odors, pollution, and sewage backups, are the focus of ongoing legal negotiations with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). During a virtual community meeting Tuesday night, the EPA provided an update on its lawsuit against the city, spurred by environmental concerns over sewage overflows and water quality.

Bayou City Waterkeeper, a water justice group, began raising alarms about Baytown’s sewage discharges several years ago, ultimately leading to EPA and state legal actions.

Since April 2017, Baytown has reported over 800 incidents of untreated sewage spills, also known as “sanitary sewer overflows” (SSOs), impacting local waterways that flow into the Houston Ship Channel. The EPA claims that these overflows, which carry harmful bacteria and viruses, result from infrastructure issues, including capacity limits and line breaks.

The EPA’s complaint seeks a civil penalty and a formal action plan for sewage system improvements. According to city officials, Baytown has already invested over $220 million since 2002 on infrastructure upgrades and is committed to further improvements.

A final agreement, or consent decree, could be reached by the end of 2025. This agreement would then be open for public review and input before implementation, with full upgrades potentially taking another decade to complete.

New Entertainment Center
Coming to Baytown:
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
 

It looks like a new ‘active indoor entertainment’ center is coming to Baytown!
Sky Zone Trampoline Park appears to be moving into the large space on Garth Road that was previously occupied by 24 Hour Fitness according to the signs in the window.