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Hey Baytown, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Jadeveon Clowney’s Texans return, free back-to-school shoes for kids, and Houston TCG Con X + lots of fun things to do for free.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Veteran pass rusher returns: Former No. 1 pick Jadeveon Clowney will reunite with the Houston Texans for the 2026 season, bringing his three Pro Bowls back to Houston. Baytown fans, a familiar edge returns -- see Clowney’s Texans return.
Youth faith takes center stage: Nearly 2,000 Catholic teens from 88 Houston-area parishes filled a downtown Houston hotel for an Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston conference spotlighting community over self-focus, featuring Houston-raised Rev. David Michael Moses -- read the full story.
Midnight dessert cravings: Published Sunday, a new guide highlights Houston late-night boba and dessert spots open after 10 PM, from Bambu to Kung Fu Tea, with sweet options worth the drive from Baytown -- explore the late-night sweet spots.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
Watch your credit card balance drop. Here's a rare one: this card lets you skip interest charges until nearly 2028, and you won't pay a cent in annual fees to do it. On top of that, every purchase earns at least 1.5% cash back, with some categories as high as 5%. Spend a little early on and there's up to a $200 bonus waiting too -- take a look.*
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Baytown recovery, leveled up: Fresh out of surgery or just fighting stubborn spots, Serenity Sculpt and Post Care LLC blends a calm vibe with a clinical approach, from their dedicated Post-Op Recovery Home and lymphatic drainage to non-invasive sculpting like ultrasonic cavitation, RF skin tightening, and laser lipo. Personalized plans that actually stick, so this week feels easier.
Get it custom: Need team shirts, a quince design, or a tumbler that screams you? Here 2 Create More handles DTF and UV DTF prints, leather patch hats, embroidery, and a rainbow of glitter and blanks, with next-day turnaround and classes to boot... perfect for that project you've been meaning to start.
Old-school Baytown escape: Baytown’s oldest Roseland Park packs a shaded playground and splash spot for the kids, a paved loop for easy walks or bike laps, and waterfront access on Cedar Bayou for casting a line or launching a kayak. Bring your crew for casual hoops or sand volleyball, then just exhale.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
Shop for new floors without ever needing to leave the house: No showroom, no second-guessing. All from the comfort of your own home. Empire Today® has flooring experts that will bring you samples and provide you with a free in-home estimate. Trusted and backed by over 3 million satisfied customers and over 65 years of quality service. *Check out their current offers today →
Stiff necks start on flat pillows: You've slept on both arms, both sides, stacked two pillows, thrown one on the floor, and the stiffness keeps finding you, because every position ends on the same pillow that can't hold your neck. This one can: shaped to keep your neck in line however you sleep, with gentle traction through the night. If it doesn't earn its spot in 30 nights, it goes back free. *Take the 30-night test, 50% off →
Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here: You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in one place, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh → |
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🥗 Team Garden to Table @ Mercer Botanic Gardens (Humble) | Tuesday (8/4) at 8:00 AM – Sunshine and soil therapy on tap. Lend a hand in veggie, herb, and fruit beds, meet in Mercer Visitor Center, and bring closed-toe shoes, sun visor, and refillable water bottle. Ages 16+, Harris County Master Gardeners can log hours, it’s the good kind of dirty.
📚 Bilingual Story Time | Tiempo de Cuentos @ Sterling Municipal Library | Wednesday (8/5) at 10:30 AM – Take the littles to the library for bilingual story time that holds their attention, with playful props, tunes, and stories in English and Spanish. Ages 5 and under, tickets at the Youth Services Desk, limited capacity, you supervise, they wiggle, everyone naps later.
🗣 Panel Discussion: Holding Freedom: Ghana in the Menil Collection @ The Menil Collection (Houston) | Thursday (8/6) at 7:00 PM – Give your brain a trip and pop into the Menil’s main building on Sul Ross for a panel on Ghanaian heritage, cultural memory, and Menil’s African art collection with Dr. Emmanuel Cudjoe, Paul R. Davis, and Dr. Lindsay Gary. Thoughtful, neighborly, and, as always, free.
🎴 Houston TCG Con X @ CCS Houston | Friday (8/7) at 11:00 AM – Back at CCS, Houston TCG Con brings three days of free entry, free parking, 100+ vendors, and buy, sell, trade. Bring the binder, call it portfolio management, and reconnect with your crew, your stories, and the cardboard that started it all.
🎨 Second Saturday Open Art Studios @ Winter Street Studios (Houston) | Saturday (8/8) at 12:00 PM – Think you’ve seen every mural at Sawyer Yards? Second Saturday swings open six warehouses to wander, meet actual artists, and maybe swap that placeholder over the sofa for real art, paintings to wearable pieces. It’s free, local, and blissfully unpretentious.
🎶 Meaux Cotton & The Feel @ Good Times Texas Made | Friday (9/18) at 8:00 PM – Baytown’s Good Times Texas Made is welcoming back Meaux Cotton & The Feel for a night of groove-heavy soul, blues, and feel-good funk, and there is no cover. If your two-step needs a tune-up, this is painless, neighborly therapy with a backbeat.
🛍 Small Business Market @ Amegy Bank | Saturday (9/19) at 10:00 AM – Trade your online cart for real neighbors at the first Small Business Market at Amegy Bank’s 1300 Rollingbrook branch, featuring 60 local vendors, free entry, and family-friendly browsing. First 125 guests snag a tote, plus drawings for vendor credit, including a $50 winner.
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07 — Baytown report Weather forecastToday — High: 94°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 20%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3pm and 4pm. Sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 105. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 79. Heat index values as high as 103. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 93°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 17%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny. High near 93, with temperatures falling to around 90 in the afternoon. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 80. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThis outstanding new D.R. Horton one-story in Riverside Estates brings 4 bedrooms, a 3-car garage, and a huge homesite together in one stylish package. The flexible game room works perfectly as a home office or hangout space, while the island kitchen offers abundant storage and counter space. A covered patio, spa-like primary suite, and pickleball amenities round it out.
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