News Staff The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help to identify two people linked to a crime in Boling. They reportedly escaped in an old black car. Check out the video on the Sheriff’s office social media page. If you recognize them or have any info, reach out to Sgt. David Rangel.
If you are passionate about this city’s parks and community programs, then volunteer for the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Board. Influence El Campo positively by joining. Apply by noon today. Scan the QR code on the city’s social media page or visit cityofelcampo.org for the form.
Former Edna athletic director and head football coach Jerry Long, 52, was sentenced to four years probation for felony improper relations with a student. He surrendered his teaching certificate and can’t contact the victim. Long was arrested in 2019, resigning from Edna school. He coached at Edna for two seasons, with an overall record of … Read more
Dr. Bruce Barker, a retired Navy vet and former ER doctor, is now the Health Authority of Matagorda County. The Health Authority is appointed by the county for two-year terms to uphold public health laws. Barker’s been serving the community since the ’80s, including as an ER doctor and medical director for various facilities.
Early voting for the March primaries starts on Tuesday in Texas. There are many local Republican races and state and federal Democratic races. You can vote early at several locations in Wharton County. Remember, any registered voter can cast their ballot at any early voting site or on Election Day.
In Wharton, a student from Wharton High School, Leroy Scarlett, admitted his involvement in a cafeteria fight back in 2022. He didn’t wield the knife, but was part of the group. He got probation, a fine, and community service. If he follows the rules, the conviction won’t stay on his record. But if he messes … Read more
In 2023, Bay City Police saw more mental health calls and drugs seized. Animal pickups also rose. The city council learned this in a recent meeting. Lieutenant Clayton Ryman noted mental health calls doubled to 157, likely underreported. The Chief says they’re training staff for better mental health response.
A woman was stabbed in Bay City on Valentines Day evening. The suspect, Jayvin Lipkins, fled the scene but was later caught nearby. He was arrested for the assault and for evading arrest. Turns out, he also had an outstanding warrant for robbery in Fort Bend County. He’s now in jail.
Joseph Aponte, a Sugar Land Public Works crewman, was laid to rest in Taiton with full honors after tragically losing his life in a police chase. He was struck by suspects fleeing a burglary. The city mourns his loss and supports his family through donations. The suspect faces serious charges. Aponte leaves behind his mother, … Read more
A solar farm, mostly outside Wharton County, was wrongly thought to be fully inside it. This mistake overestimated the county’s tax income, causing a budget issue. The county needs to find $500,000, asking for returns from various funds. They’ve recouped about $483,000 so far, but the error could cost over $2 million.