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A woman in Brazoria County revealed shocking abuse against her brother with Down Syndrome. Maricel Spriggs took over as caretaker after learning about the mistreatment. She removed her brother from Special Graces Care Facility after he was allegedly starved and beaten by Derrick Bass. Surveillance footage confirmed the abuse, with Bass violently assaulting her brother. … Read more

The Victoria County Veterans Council is hosting its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday at 11 a.m. Gather at the DeLeon Plaza bandstand. Retired Brig. Gen. Clint Anderson will deliver a speech, honoring local veterans who passed away this year. The ceremony will proceed regardless of the weather.

Hallettsville Police nabbed 21-year-old Michael Anthony Garcia of El Campo for a traffic violation. During a routine stop on East Fourth Street, they discovered Garcia’s outstanding felony warrant from Fort Bend County for drug possession.

A man was airlifted to Houston after a shark bit him while fishing at Matagorda Beach on Sunday. He caught the shark and got bitten on the back of his hand while measuring it. His index finger was sliced open to the bone, and there was bite damage to his thumb and another finger. Fire … Read more

On Monday, Memorial Day observances will gather at American Legion Post 251 Hall and El Campo Community Cemetery. Troop 268 Boy Scouts paid tribute to 686 veterans buried at Garden of Memories Cemetery. They caerfully searched for tombstones hidden by overgrown grass. While not all died in service, all served this country.

Tonight El Campo’s graduating class will celebrate their achievement with a commencement ceremony. The students, donning their caps and gowns, will march to the familiar tune of “Pomp and Circumstance” performed by the Ricebird Band. A total of 261 students will graduate, with 29 of them earning honor graduate status. The ceremony will commence at … Read more

There was some criminal activity near two schools in Bay City ISD Monday afternoon. John Cherry Elementary and Bay City Jr. High went into a secure emergency status, which means no one could enter or leave the buildings. Apparently, there was an aggravated assault at Avenue M, and the person responsible ran away on foot.

A man from Bay City, Victor Cardoza, was charged with four counts of intoxicated assault. He caused a serious collision and a woman had to be airlifted for medical treatment. Cardoza, 36, has a prior record of driving while intoxicated with a child. Three other passengers were injured, but their ages and condition are yet … Read more

Data from a local hospital system was exposed due to a security incident involving a third-party vendor. The breach affected DeTar Healthcare System and other organizations tied to Community Health Systems. Affected individuals have been notified by mail. Community Health Systems is providing free identity restoration and credit monitoring services. For assistance, call the toll-free … Read more

Get ready for the 63rd Annual Show by the El Campo Art Association on June 3rd. They’re accepting works in media paintings, photography, and crafts. Show your creativity at the El Campo Civic Center.