News Staff Victoria Regional Airport hit a major milestone with 10,000 enplanements this year, unlocking significant benefits like $1 million in FAA funding for upgrades. After 16 years of effort, this achievement elevates the airport to primary commercial air service status. The initial funds will be used for redesigning key taxiways and the main runway, starting with … Read more
Wharton County is trying to keep $10,000 found in a car during a traffic stop on October 19th. The driver, Julian Isiah Sanchez, was stopped for tailgating and had inconsistent stories about the money. He and passenger Kimberly Nicole Varela were arrested for money laundering and drug possession. A judge will decide who gets the … Read more
A seminar on feral hogs is being held by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office in Wharton on Dec. 19 at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The seminar, led by Agent Corrie Bowen, will discuss new strategies and tools to control the feral hog problem. Bowen will also talk about the Wharton County Feral Hog … Read more
During a basketball game at the Schulenburg Tournament, Boling Lady Bulldog forward Heaven Clapp collided with an El Campo player while going for the ball. Clapp hit her head on the court and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. She is now back home and resting. The game was ended early by mutual agreement … Read more
Experience the holiday spirit at Wharton County Junior College’s Christmas concert on tonight at 7 at the Horton Foote Theatre. The free event features the WCJC Band and Choir performing classic Christmas songs. Join the festive celebration with a live reading of the Christmas story by Patrick Ralls. Directors Joe Waldrop and Dr. Karl Paoletti … Read more
The Wharton City levee project, aimed at protecting the city from floods, began construction last week after a 25-year wait. The project was initiated following a devastating flood in 1998. The levee will be built upstream of Dinosaur Park to guard against rising water levels in the Colorado River, Peach Creek, and Caney Creek.
Folks in Matagorda County will gather to honor fallen military members. This year, the National Wreaths Across America campaign will place wreaths on graves in over 4,100 locations nationwide, including several in our county. On December 16th at 11 a.m., ceremonies will be held at cemeteries in Bay City, Van Vleck, Palacios, Matagorda, Midfield, and … Read more
Catch the festive vibe at Sivells Elementary School in Wharton! Join the Kindergarten Music Program on December 11th at 1:15 p.m. in the school gym. Embrace the holiday cheer, wear your Christmas best, and back the students and teachers for an incredible show!
Wharton City Council has approved a lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. This decision is expected to save the city a significant amount of money in the coming years. The deal includes leasing a Ford Escape for Code Enforcement, two Dodge Ram pickup trucks for Public Works, and a Ford Expedition and two Chevrolet Tahoes … Read more
In El Campo, the Mechanic Street water line is getting an upgrade, set to finish by year-end. Expect some minor service disruptions. They’re replacing a nearly 100-year-old line under the road from Fifth to Franke streets. The new line on the west side will double capacity, replacing the old patched-up one. The new service lines … Read more