News Staff Bay City has hired Ray Beltran III as its first Communications Manager to improve transparency and streamline messaging as the city grows. Beltran, originally from El Paso, brings over 11 years of experience in public and private sectors across Texas. He recently worked in the Bayport Industrial District and with Harris County on disaster response. … Read more
Wharton will hold a public town hall today at Just Do It Now, Inc. on MLK Blvd to update residents on the Colorado River levee project. Requested by District 1 Councilman Burnell Neal, the meeting will feature Planning Director Gwyneth Teves and U.S. Army Corps reps. Construction began last fall but faced weather delays. The … Read more
The Port Lavaca Police Department warns locals about a rising “brushing scam.” If you receive an unexpected package, often containing jewelry and a card with a QR code, do not scan it. The code could lead to a phishing website designed to steal your personal and financial details. To stay safe, avoid scanning unknown QR … Read more
The Educators 500 Club honored 16 local leaders for their dedication to youth empowerment during its annual scholarship banquet Saturday at Greater Mount Zion Church in Brazoria. The event celebrated mentors and faith-based guides while awarding six scholarships to local high school grads, including students from Angleton, Bay City, and Sweeny. Founded in 1986, the … Read more
A murder victim found over three years ago in Hungerford still has no name. Her body, discovered in June of ’21 off CR 225, was badly decomposed, with multiple gunshot wounds to the head. Authorities are now turning to a forensic sketch, hoping someone will recognize her. The victim, believed to be 15 to 19 … Read more
El Campo is bringing Derby-style charm to the Civic Center on April 24th for the annual Chamber of Commerce Gala. The event features live music from the Rick Evans Band, Southern-inspired food, and classic Mint Juleps. It’s more than a party—it’s a major fundraiser that honors community leaders with awards like Citizen of the Year, … Read more
A Wharton County jury recently convicted Demitri Xavier Chambers-Lee, 26, of East Bernard for an ’18 robbery. Having already served over five years of a nine-year sentence, Chambers-Lee also pleaded guilty to another robbery in Fort Bend County. Both cases will run concurrently, and he awaits transfer to the Texas Department of Corrections. Local courts … Read more
The Wharton County Historical Museum is celebrating its 20th annual Gourmet Guys fundraiser on Saturday with a Texas-themed event. Unlike previous years featuring global dishes, this year focuses on local flavors, showcasing about 20 cooks offering a variety of Texas cuisine, from chicken fried steak to Tex-Mex. The event, which starts at 7 p.m., will … Read more
A possible measles scare in El Campo turned out to be a false alarm. A local man was tested at Mid Coast Medical Center last week after developing a rash. Though he lacked vaccination records, two separate labs confirmed he did not have measles. Experts say the rash mimicked measles but lacked key symptoms like … Read more
Bay City High School’s Tanna Fair is headed to the Region IV golf tournament after a strong two-day showing at the District 29-4A meet. Fair shot a 187 total, with rounds of 95 and 92 at Freeport Municipal and Rio Colorado Golf Course in Bay City. She posted the best individual score among non-qualifying teams. … Read more