News Staff A 62-year-old man, Michael David Elliott, convicted of murder and facing parole violation charges, was recently apprehended in Southeast Texas, as reported by local authorities. Elliott had been believed to be in the Bay City area and was also wanted on multiple warrants in Calhoun County. While there was no immediate threat to the public, … Read more
El Campo Prairie Days is making a comeback in just 30 days at Alamo Park, and we’re hoping for cooler weather this time! It’s happening on Saturday, October 7th, and it’s free. There’s something for everyone: kids’ activities, shopping, music, food, and quality family time. They are keeping the musical lineup a surprise, stay tuned … Read more
Early Tuesday, El Campo Police chased down three would-be thieves in response to a private alarm at Shoppa’s Farm Supply. Around 1 a.m., patrol officers found a U-Haul truck with a trailer hooked up at the scene. Two suspects were captured almost immediately, but one escaped, prompting a hunt. Later, a suspicious man at the … Read more
Last week Traveler’s Paradise RV Park on Nichols experienced its third fire this year, this time due to a kitchen electrical issue, not arson. The owner, aged 58, was injured but survived. The Bay City Fire and Police Departments responded as the fire spread to a neighboring trailer. Thankfully, firefighters arrived in time to extinguish … Read more
Early Monday morning, St. Robert’s Catholic Church was robbed of sacred items, including a heavy tabernacle containing communion wafers. The thieves, two individuals, made a quick getaway in a black SUV. Security cameras captured their images, and police are seeking the public’s help to identify them on social media. The stolen items are estimated to … Read more
A 14-year-old boy tragically lost his life after being hit by a car on Friday night around 8:25 p.m. in Victoria. The incident occurred at the intersection of East River and South Navarro streets. The police report revealed that the 15-year-old, Darian Strelow, was crossing the intersection from the west when he failed to yield … Read more
Starting in November, El Campo utility rates will rise due to a new trash service contract with Texas Disposal Systems. This five-year agreement allows for yearly fee increases, and this year, they’re raising prices, impacting residents and businesses. For the average homeowner with a single polycart, the garbage portion of their utility bill will increase … Read more
The City of El Campo is on high alert due to the ongoing wildfire danger. The Keetch-Byram Drought Index indicates that the soil needs nearly eight inches of rain to become saturated. This summer, El Campo volunteers have responded to 10 grass fires. A recent blaze near a warehouse demonstrated how quickly danger can escalate. … Read more
34-year-old Paul Thomas Perez, wanted by Bay City PD for allegedly shooting a man weeks ago, is now sought by Palacios PD. On Monday night, Palacios authorities responded to gunshots on Peterson Street, finding two vehicles hit but no injuries. Bay City PD previously identified Perez as the shooter in an August 19th incident on … Read more
An angler had a unique experience while fishing in Matagorda Bay. He witnessed millions of fish swimming together and many dead. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department got involved, pinpointing a blend of issues that caused this fish kill. The culprits included low oxygen levels, elevated salinity and temperatures, and reduced water flow. This unfortunate … Read more