News Staff Authorities are still searching for the family of a murdered girl found in a field near Hungerford. The victim, estimated to be 14 to 17 years old, was left unburied for months. The University of North Texas Forensics Department is working on facial reconstruction. She had no dental work, wore a Stitch t-shirt, and had … Read more
Rafael Govea Romero, charged with the murder of 16-year-old Lizbeth Medina of Edna, showed signs of stalking her before the incident. Surveillance footage from Lizbeth’s apartment complex showed Romero’s presence the night before her death. After her death on Dec. 5th, police released photos of Romero fleeing the scene in a silver Ford Taurus.
Trace Matthews, a junior at El Campo High School, achieved the prestigious Eagle Scout rank by building an outdoor library for Hesed House. This honor is rare, with only 5% of Boy Scouts attaining it. Trace surpassed the required 21 merit badges, earning 31 in total. His project was a success thanks to his family … Read more
The El Campo Police Department’s “Shop With A Cop”, recently allowed 60 kids to buy gifts for their families. Each child got $200 and was accompanied by a cop or dispatcher for shopping. The kids, who weren’t receiving gifts from elsewhere, represented 30 families. Younger kids mostly bought toys, while older ones chose health care … Read more
Bay City police warn of a rise in fentanyl overdoses and remind folks not to drink and drive during the holidays. Recently, four people were treated for fentanyl poisoning. The drug can reach anyone, anywhere, and dealers may sell even to kids. The police are committed to community safety.
Two years after a bank robbery in East Bernard, suspect 63 year old Robert Ross Pullum Jr. was arrested thanks to DNA evidence. He allegedly threatened bank employees with a fake bomb and fled with an undisclosed amount of cash. No one was harmed. Pullum was transported to the Wharton County Jail. He is also … Read more
The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office is hiring a dispatcher. You need to be at least 18, have a high school diploma, and meet Texas law enforcement licensing requirements. You’ll undergo a background check, psychological test, physical and drug screening. The job starts at $51,000 per year, with great benefits from day one. You’ll work 12-hour … Read more
Four former Industrial High baseball players facing felony assault charges on a teammate have had their court dates moved to March 7. The accused, who were 18 at the time, appeared in Edna’s Jackson County Courthouse. Dornburg Law is representing them against the Jackson County District Attorney’s prosecution.
Oliver Miles from El Campo has officially committed to Texas Tech University. Despite a senior year plagued by injuries, his undeniable talent will see him play as a defensive back. Before leaving for Tech, he’s also aiming to break the triple jump record, having won gold last year.
On Monday afternoon, near the intersection of SH 119 and Sunday Lane, a motorcycle collided with a dump truck. The truck was turning left from SH 119 onto Sunday Lane and didn’t give way to the motorcycle. Sadly, the rider, 61 year old Michael Flechsig, from El Campo, lost his life in the accident.