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.

• 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

• Cycle the City with La Porte Mayor Helton -Tues. Jan. 21st @ 6:30 pm
  Lomax Rodeo Arena, 1508 Lomax School Rd.

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

• Daddy and Me Dance - Sat. Feb. 1st - 2-8 pm @ Baytown Community Center
  Tickets

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Feb. 1st - 11 am @ 
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• Ultimate Food Truck Cookoff - Sat. March 22nd - 9am-11 pm
  Lomax Rodeo Arena, 1508 Lomax School Rd.

  
  
  

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Drive-by Shooting in Highlands

On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at approximately 4:20 p.m., an adult male was seated in his vehicle in the driveway of a residence located in the 500 block of West Houston in Highlands, East Harris County.

While he was sitting in the vehicle, a dark-colored car with unknown occupants pulled up and opened fire, striking the man. An adult female standing in the front doorway of the residence was also hit by gunfire. Both victims were transported to a local hospital via Life Flight with injuries. The male victim was believed to be in critical condition. Preliminary investigations indicate the suspect or suspects, were armed with an assault rifle.

At the time of the shooting, two children, ages 5 and 7, were inside the home but were not injured.

It was also noted that a school bus was in the vicinity dropping off students at the time of the shooting, but no injuries to students were reported.

Earlier that day, a vehicle parked in front of the residence had been intentionally set on fire. The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office responded to that arson incident.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office Violent Crimes Division is actively investigating the shooting. Detectives are canvassing the area for surveillance video and gathering evidence.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to come forward and assist in the investigation. Please contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office at 713-221-6000 or Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS.

 🎣 Get Ready for Mont Belvieu Fish Fest 2025! 🎣

📅 Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025 🕗 Time: 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 Location: Mont Belvieu City Park

Join us for a fin-tastic day of family-friendly fishing and festivities at the annual Mont Belvieu Fish Fest! This community event promises a reel good time for everyone, whether you’re casting a line or enjoying the fun-filled activities.

🐟 What to Expect:

• 🍔 Delicious Food & Drink Vendors

• 🎲 Games for All Ages

• 🎟️ Raffles & Giveaways

• 🏆 Prizes for School-Age Kids

• 🐠 Catch-of-the-Day Prizes

• 🛍️ Retail Shopping

🐟 Special Fishing Highlights:

• 🎣 250 Pounds of Large Sport-Sized Rainbow Trout added this year!

• 🎫 No Fishing License Required during event hours!

• 🏆 Trophies & Bragging Rights for the 3 largest fish caught! (Weighed & documented)

Fishing Guidelines:

• Poles in the water starting at 8:00 AM

• Catch Limit: 5 fish per angler (Let’s share the fun!)

  More Info

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Thursday’s Quiz - What unique feature allows giraffes to maintain blood flow to their brain despite their long necks?
Answer: Giraffes have specialized one-way valves in their blood vessels to prevent blood from rushing back down their long necks. Additionally, their heart is incredibly powerful, pumping blood up to their brain against gravity.

This marvelous system of valves keeps the giraffe's blood from pooling in its head and protects its lower limbs from higher arterial pressure.