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.

• Bayou Bowl Mont Belvieu Eagle Stadium, Sat., Jan. 4th, 1:00 p.m

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Jan. 4th - 11 am @ 
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

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

• Baytown Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event- Sat., Jan. 11, from 9am to 2pm at 1200 Lee Drive 

• Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. Jan. 11th- 8am - Noon

• Pickleball Party Wed., Jan.15th. from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market St.

• GCM FFA Buckle Bash Jan. 19th @ 9 am - Baytown Youth Fair & Livestock Assoc. - 7900 N. Main, Baytown Click for details

• Mont Belvieu Fish Fest 2025 - Jan. 25th - 8am - Noon Tickets

• Daddy and Me Dance - Sat. Feb. 1st - 2-8 pm @ Baytown Community Center
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New Marriott Hotel, Restaurants &
Retail Hub Coming to La Porte

A bustling La Porte intersection at Fairmont Parkway and State Highway 146, often called the city’s “gateway,” is poised for significant new development. Plans include a dual-branded Marriott hotel, a retail center, and new restaurant options, bolstering the area’s appeal as a commercial and hospitality hub.

Construction is underway on a four-story, 135-room hotel combining Marriott's TownePlace Suites and Fairfield Inn brands. The project is spearheaded by Mahalaxmi Hotels Inc., which already owns two neighboring hotels—Home2 Suites by Hilton and Candlewood Suites. Adjacent to the new hotel, an 8,700-square-foot retail center is being developed, offering a convenient dining destination for the hundreds of guests staying at nearby hotels.

The intersection will also see its first Chipotle Mexican Grill, as Houston-based developer Edifis Group transforms a former Wells Fargo property into a restaurant site. The 3-acre project will host three dining establishments, enhancing options for residents and the city’s substantial daytime workforce.

La Porte’s hotel scene is growing robustly, driven by consistent weekday demand fueled by local industries. In addition to the planned Marriott property, the city boasts hotels like Hampton Inn & Suites, and a proposed Holiday Inn Express is expected to further meet the high demand.

The area’s development coincides with infrastructure improvements, including a lane expansion of Highway 146 through La Porte, which will heighten the intersection's prominence and accessibility.

Meanwhile, revitalization efforts extend beyond this intersection. A $30 million upgrade to Sylvan Beach Park aims to restore its status as a regional destination, while the city’s Main Street has seen a resurgence, with over ten new businesses opening within the last 18 months.

This momentum underscores La Porte’s evolution as a vibrant, connected community offering diverse opportunities for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.

Baytown Police Seek Public's Help in Homicide Investigation and Locating Person of Interest

The Baytown Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred at an apartment complex in the 3400 block of Shady Hill Dr., Baytown, Texas. On Sunday, December 29, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 25-year-old male from Baytown with a gunshot wound. Officers immediately began life-saving measures until Baytown Fire and EMS arrived and took over. Despite all efforts, the male was pronounced deceased at the scene. Baytown detectives are now leading the investigation. 

The male pictured [Click for picture] is a person of interest in this case, and we need the public's help in locating him. He has been identified as 17-year-old Leondre Lynn, who is originally from Port Arthur, Texas, and has been living in Baytown for a couple of months. We urge anyone with information related to this incident to come forward. Any information regarding this case is crucial to providing closure to the victim's loved ones. We urge anyone with information to contact Baytown Crime Stoppers at (281) 427-TIPS (8477). Your tip will remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted online, or through the P3 Tips app available on the Apple Store or Google Play.

📽Free Movie & Popcorn Tonight!🍿

Friday, Jan. 3: Free Movie Night!
Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse 🕸️

🕷️ Special Activities:

• Meet LIVE spiders at 6:00 PM, courtesy of the Baytown Nature Center!

• Enjoy complimentary popcorn and fun activities before the movie.

🎬 Movie Starts: 7:00 PM
🌆 Location: Baytown Town Square 213 W. Texas Ave.
Bring your own chair or blanket and settle in for an amazing evening!

Don’t miss this action-packed family event. See you there! 💥

New Traffic Signal at Edgewood and Eagle Drive
in Mont Belvieu Now Operational! 🚦

The City of Mont Belvieu wants you to know that it’s official—the new traffic signal at Edgewood and Eagle Drive is now up and running (for real this time)! 😉

Please drive with extra caution as everyone adjusts to the new traffic flow. They thank you for your patience and asks for your help to work together to keep the roads safe. 🚗✨

North Main Street Improvements Update 🚧

Take advantage of the pause as your drive will be a little smoother thanks to the construction on North Main Street. While the project isn’t complete, northbound lanes between Archer Road and Hunt Road will reopen temporarily for the holidays.

What’s Next?

Starting Monday, January 6, construction crews will resume concrete panel repairs and pavement restoration. Temporary lane closures will be in place to allow the team to safely complete the work.

Thank you for your patience as they work to enhance North Main Street for a smoother and safer driving experience!

Tuesday’s Quiz - Which of the following statements about the Great Barrier Reef is true?
Answer: The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, spanning over 2,300 kilometers along the northeast coast of Australia.