News Staff Get ready for the annual Great Steak Cook Off in Bay City on Saturday! 24 teams, including local businesses and the reigning champs from the Medical Center, will compete. Attendees can taste and vote for their favorites. The event, which includes an auction and steak dinner, raises funds for local schools. It supports teacher grants, … Read more
The Luther Hotel in Palacios has been saved! Local hero Nick Herrman and his team got the green light from the court to restore it into a hotel, restaurant, spa, and pool. Thanks to the Palacios Preservation Association, they stopped the demolition and made this happen. This renovated hotel will boost tourism in our area. … Read more
The Texas Department of Transportation is replacing a bridge over the Tres Palacios River, starting today and ending in late Fall. The project, costing over $6 million, will cause travel disruptions. Detours are set up. Local authorities are working to minimize impact and ensure safety. They’re asking the public to plan ahead. Safety is the … Read more
El Campo police are seeking a $250,000 grant to help catch criminals across the area using cell phone data. Cameras in El Campo and Wharton capture license plates, sending alerts if they match any input by law enforcement. These cameras helped catch a robbery suspect in Wharton. The cameras also helped capture a fugitive in … Read more
A 48-year-old man from El Campo was fatally hit by an SUV while cycling on Sandy Corner Road. The police are investigating the incident, but speed wasn’t a factor and the 70-year-old woman driving the SUV wasn’t under the influence. The man’s identity hasn’t been released yet. No charges have been filed against the driver. … Read more
Three people in Wadsworth smelled smoke and escaped a fire that caused $50,000 damage to their home last week. Firefighters controlled the fire within an hour. No one was hurt. The fire marshal believes faulty wiring started the fire. He reminds everyone to check smoke detectors monthly. In this case, the residents were awake and … Read more
Victoria residents toured the old county jail, which is under threat of demolition. The Victoria Preservation Inc. opposes this and is working on a renovation plan. They believe the jail could be worth up to $300,000. Despite this, the county is leaning towards demolition, as renovation could cost up to $4.6 million
Battery storage plants are causing a stir in Fort Bend County. One’s been greenlit for Needville, and another’s up for discussion in League City. Plus, two more are set for Thompsons this year, a small town with an even smaller fire department. These facilities store renewable energy in lithium batteries, which is efficient. But there’s … Read more
In El Campo, a man named Brandon James was found guilty of capital murder. He shot and killed Shane Singleton during a robbery in 2021. After a week-long trial, the jury convicted James. He’ll spend life in state prison, but because he’s 19, he could be eligible for parole in 40 years.
Palacios Municipal Court and Police Department are teaming up for a Warrant Roundup on April 18th. Got any outstanding warrants? Best take care of them ASAP to dodge a visit from the cops. Reach out to the court or swing by 313 Henderson Ave between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Don’t wait … Read more