Welcome to the Scoop on The Hill! This newsletter is your go-to source for all things Mont Belvieu, Texas. We’re here to share the latest and greatest about our vibrant, growing, city—everything you want to know and what you didn’t realize you needed to know!

While we’re not going to gossip about who MBPD stopped on 1409 this morning (we’ll leave that to your observation), we will dive into the good stuff each week—like local incentives, exciting events, and all the happenings that make our city and the surrounding hotspots like Cove, Old River Winfree, and Baytown (South of I-10), the places you won’t want to miss.

Starting this week, our newsletter lands in your inbox every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Mondays recap the weekend, Wednesdays preview upcoming events, and Fridays spotlight live music and more. Love it, hate it, or just ‘meh? Let us know what you think—we’re all ears! Email us at [email protected].

This newsletter is like a coffee break for your brain—a quick 3-minute, 54-second read. It's just enough time to get informed, but not so long that you'll miss your next snack break!

Today we’re discussing…

• BH School Sports: Weekend Recap 🏈🏀 

• Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas from Local & Local”ish” Restaurants

• Local Business Spotlight- Cookies 😋💡

• Blood Drive TODAY 🩸 

Blood Drive TODAY: Eagle Point Recreation Center 🩸 

Did you know that someone undergoing chemotherapy may require 2-3 blood transfusions a week? Join EPRC today to support those in need, especially during the holiday season when blood donations are at their lowest. The final blood drive of 2024 takes place today from 1 PM to 5 PM. Registration is encouraged but not required—stop by and make a life-saving difference! | https://bit.ly/blddrv1118 | 12450 Eagle Pointe Drive

Transportation Scoop:

From November 15th- 22nd, FM 565 near Netter Lane, will be fully closed for construction. Drivers should detour using either FM 1409 or Gill Parkway. 🚧 

Thanksgiving Dinner | What’s Open ⏲️ 

While we usually cheer on businesses taking a holiday break, we know that in our neck of the woods, shift work is a way of life. And let's not forget our brave first responders, who deserve a tasty meal too, even when the world is celebrating. So, in the spirit of turkey and gratitude, we're serving up a guide to where you can find a hot meal this Thanksgiving Day!

• Saltgrass | Baytown | Reservations recommended https://www.saltgrass.com/event/Thanksgiving-2024/

• Cracker Barrel | Baytown

• Cactus Jacks | Mont Belvieu | 4pm-12am | Pizza Only, Full Bar

• Luby’s | Baytown

• Whataburger | Mont Belvieu

• Anchor & Hearth | Baytown | Reservations recommended https://www.exploretock.com/anchorandhearth/

Scoop on Barbers Hill Sports

FOOTBALL: The Barbers Hill Eagles football team delivered an impressive performance against Houston Sterling High School on November 15, 2024, in the first round of the playoffs. The Eagles dominated the game, securing a decisive 84-13 victory at Barnett Stadium in Houston. This win advanced Barbers Hill further in the Texas 5A Division I playoffs. This victory capped a strong regular season for the Eagles, who finished 8-3 overall. They are now poised for a deeper playoff run with their high-powered offense and solid defense. Go Eagles!

BOYS BASKETBALL: The Barbers Hill Boys’ Basketball team delivered an outstanding performance against Manvel on Friday night, securing a dominant 82-47 victory. The Eagles showcased strong teamwork and offensive firepower, leading them to a commanding win.

Upcoming Varsity Games:

Girls Basketball | Tuesday, November 19th 7pm | Away vs. Goose Creek Memorial

The Scoop on Cookie Lane Co.

Proprietors Candace & Nichole provide the history on their local business… 

Cookie Lane Co. was officially born in January 2024, but the story starts long before that—back in our childhood kitchen in Washington state. As sisters, we grew up surrounded by the sweet scent of homemade cookies (mostly chocolate chip, the best kind, obviously). Store-bought treats were a rarity in our house—why buy them when Mom’s cookies were always just a warm oven away? And let’s not forget her famous carrot cake, which still holds a special place in our hearts.

Baking was simply a part of life for us, and over the years, we baked everything from cakes to bread to cinnamon rolls—and, of course, more cookies. Life brought us to Mont Belvieu, Texas and friends often said, "You should sell these!" but we would just say thank you and keep baking. Then, in the fall of 2023, we thought... maybe we could? And maybe we should? So, with a sprinkle of courage and a dash of excitement, Cookie Lane Co. came to life.

We started by selling at the Mont Belvieu Market in the Park, and from there, it’s been a delicious, ever-growing journey. Candace is the mastermind behind the cookie ideas— like the Little Debbie one that she came up with last year— while Nichole is the marketer and the one who can always whip up a fresh batch when needed. Every month has brought growth, but most importantly, it’s been filled with joy. Sure, running a cookie business can be exhausting, but hearing how much people love our treats—and seeing the same faces return for more—is what keeps us going.

Join us this weekend at the Casa Julia Holiday Market for our festive holiday cookies kick-off! We can’t wait to see where this sweet adventure takes us in the year ahead!

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Thanks!

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