Carol Skewes

Incoming Rotary Club of Baytown President Robin McDougald, right, presents an appreciation award to Past President Ledell Johnson for his year of service to the community and the club.

Eddie V. Gray speaks at his 90th birthday party held inside his namesake Eddie V. Gray Education & Recreational Wetlands Center.

Carter Grace Calloway enjoyed reading The Baytown Sun's "America @ 250" kids'edition.

Cast members of Baytown Little Theater’s upcoming “1776” performance visited Rotary recently with a sample of the play. Music and lyrics are by Sherman Edwards. The book was written by

From left, Baytown Rotary Club President Elect Paul Wankowicz, Baytown Habitat’s Madeline Lopez and Executive Director Julianna Brandl. Not pictured is Construction Manager Lawrence Cox.

Despite the inevitable arrival of AI Data Centers in Baytown, residents and governing bodies have the power to request companies to implement practices that may reduce environmental and economic impacts.

What started in 1970, with two officers collecting money to buy gifts for a couple of kids, is blossoming into something much greater.

Approximately 60 guests showed up Thursday to see the Baytown Community Center auditorium lined with data about the new ExxonMobil Baytown Event Center, library renovation and Goose Creek Master Plan.

Main 101 Owner Joe Bertuglia speaks to guests at the restaurant in January 2026. He is pictured with Economic Alliance Houston Port Region CEO Chad Burke and Broker/Owner REALTOR Jenny Wang of JWang Properties.

By Carol Skewes