News Staff Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement commending the United States Congress for passing the CHIPS Act of 2022 to promote the research, development, and fabrication of semiconductors within Texas and the United States. “Texas is a beacon of innovation and has remained the nation’s leading exporter of semiconductors and other electronic components for eleven … Read more
The El Campo ISD says Back to School Meet the Teacher Night for the elementary campuses is coming up on Monday, August 8th. Myatt Pre-K and K is 5 until 6 pm, Hutchins for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd is 530 until 630pm, and Northside for 4th and 5th grade is 5 until 6pm.
The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office has put out information about a wanted person, Stanley Wade Moore. There’s a picture up on their Facebook page. He’s 50 years old, 5-9, 190 pounds with light brown hair and brown eyes. He is wanted for Aggravated Robbery and two counts of Credit/Debit Card Abuse against an elderly. Possible … Read more
The El Campo Police Department announces Coffee with a Cop, where you can meet your fellow officers. It’s set for Tuesday August 9th from 730am until 9am at Cotton Bistro @ 71 at 1201 North Mechanic at The Midtown.
El Campo ISD says Incoming 6th graders and their parents are invited to orientation on Aug 4, 2022, from 5-7pm at ECMS. During this same time, 7th & 8th graders can pick up their schedules.
City of El Campo announces *IMPORTANT PINCHOT STREET BRIDGE CLOSURE INFORMATION* An off-system bridge inspection shows a critical issue on the Pinchot Street bridge and is recommended to repair or replace. This bridge replacement is part of the $14.8 M Tres Palacios drainage project, being engineered currently. It is necessary to close the bridge effective … Read more
The Bay City Police Department is trying to locate tires with rims that were stolen from a building behind a residence. These tires have identifying markings. There are pictures up on the Bay City Police Department’s Facebook page. If you’ve seen them or know who has them please contact Detective Morales at 979-245-8500
Just as most cars need to be refueled constantly, so does the nation’s blood supply. The American Red Cross has faced a concerning drop in blood and platelet donations this summer. Donors are needed to make an appointment to give in August to help prevent a blood shortage. The decline in donations has caused the … Read more
A reminder from the Matagorda Area Chamber of Commerce, that the MVFD will be hosting an Active Shooter Class tomorrow. It takes place at 6 p.m. at Fireman’s Hall.
The Lieutenant Governor of Texas has tested positive for COVID 19 for a second time in the last seven months. Dan Patrick tested positive on Saturday, and was isolating at his home and planned to work from home this week. He’s experiencing mild symptoms. He had previously tested positive on December 27th. His campaign said … Read more