News Staff In Bay City, the police responded to a call from a hospital about a man who had been shot. They then went to the crime scene at Hunter’s Cove Apartments where the victim reported being forced into his apartment at gunpoint by two males. The suspects stole his wallet and shot him before fleeing.
In a recent meeting, Louise trustees made important decisions for their school. They agreed to hire new teachers, expand their campus, and upgrade their copiers. This was based on a parent’s request and feedback from the district’s principals. The trustees unanimously approved two new positions, one to support gifted students and another to handle student … Read more
El Campo is losing water, and they’re spending $132,825 on a four-year study to find out where it’s going. 14% of the pumped water never reaches meters, causing significant revenue loss. Finance Director says it’s worth it. City Council approved it unanimously.
In Needville, there was a shooting at a store called Simon’s Burger Grill & More. The police received a call about the incident Tuesday morning. There was a heavy police presence, and both the Needville Police Department and the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office are investigating. It is still unclear if anyone was hurt in … Read more
A delivery truck driver named Ruben Rodriguez witnessed smoke and flames coming from his truck while making a routine delivery on Fieldstone Street. The fire’s cause, believed to be the locked front brake drums, is under investigation from the Victoria Fire Department. No injuries reported.
Robert Licerio, a 15-year-old, was fatally shot in an apartment on Sam Houston Drive in October 2003. The Victoria Police Department is currently investigating his murder and seeking any information related to the case. If you have any info, reach out to Victoria Crime Stoppers or use the “P3 Tips” app on your mobile device.
A student named Leticia Taylor in Edna wasn’t allowed to walk with her classmates at graduation because of her blue hair. She thought the superintendent had approved it, but he clarified that her entire head was colored blue, unlike other students. The superintendent denied her claim about others with colored hair walking the stage.
Rosenberg police nabbed a former police chief from Colorado County for impersonating an officer at a construction site. Christopher Cannon, 37, was caught wearing a Weimar Police Department uniform, complete with a gun and badge. He was arrested on Monday, but has since been released on bail from Fort Bend County Jail.
The City of El Campo needs some awesome folks who care about our community to join their boards and commissions. These positions allow you to make a positive impact and bring innovation to our city. It’s a great way to have a say in shaping policies and activities. Hurry up and submit your application by … Read more
The Wharton Journal Spectator recently earned second place in General Excellence and secured eight other awards in the Texas Gulf Coast Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest. The contest took place during their 85th annual convention at Port Royal Ocean Resort in Port Aransas. Judges praised the Journal-Spectator, a small but impressive paper consisting of just … Read more