News Staff Business is booming in Jackson County. The May sales tax report shows a 24.7% increase from last year, with the county receiving $148,771.51. Year-to-date, sales tax receipts are up 23.84%. Edna also saw growth, with a 7.02% increase for the year. Ganado’s sales tax receipts dropped 30.35% in May and 29.93% for the year. The … Read more
The Victoria Independent School District announced that all students will receive free meals for the upcoming school year through the Community Eligibility Program. This federal program allows schools in low-income areas to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students without income surveys. VISD will provide meals with proteins, whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and … Read more
Bay City Parks & Recreation posted on social that Park Ranger Robert Carlisle and Park Supervisor Eric Cortinas, along with staff from Port Lavaca Parks, attended a training session on playground surface repair at the DreamScape yesterday. Tot Turf and Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds & Water Parks hosted the session and provided about $5,000 in repairs. … Read more
Bay City ISD is hosting a Back to School Bash on Thursday from 10 to 2 PM at Bay City High School at 400 7th St. Attendees can receive free school supplies, backpacks, health screenings, haircuts, vaccines, dental screenings, and bus rider information. Physicals with EKG are available from 8 AM to 1 PM. Food … Read more
Daniel Rivera, 48, from Victoria, was arrested for assault after allegedly punching his sister in the face and trying to attack her while she was on the ground. Rivera’s sister said he got upset over dirty laundry, punched her, and stepped on her foot. Rivera resisted arrest but was eventually taken into custody and charged … Read more
Victoria County officials are searching for land to build an inpatient mental health facility after securing $40 million from the Texas Legislature last year. The county’s potential site, near Victoria Regional Airport, might need a state waiver due to its proximity to the runway. County Judge Ben Zeller said they are considering whether to pursue … Read more
Wharton County swim teams excelled at the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation in Brownsville, earning 10 medals. The Wharton Tiger Sharks won four state championships, five silver medals, and one bronze. Easton Williams took first in the 25-yard backstroke for boys 8 and under.
Wharton County Junior College recently welcomed District 85 State Representative Stan Kitzman for a tour and lunch on campus. WCJC Board of Trustees, Foundation, and college administrators joined the visit. They toured the Emergency Medical Services simulation room, where students practice their skills in real-life scenarios.
Victoria College will host a “Super Saturday” event on August 10th from 10 a.m. to 2 at the Student Services Building. Students can meet with advisors, apply for admissions and financial aid, enroll in classes, make payments, and buy books. The Texas Success Initiative Assessment will be available before 11 a.m. for the first 20 … Read more
Wharton County commissioners have appointed Raymond Jansky as a reserve investigator and grand jury bailiff for the district attorney’s office. Jansky, a former member of the Wharton County Sheriff’s Office, will be funded by the DA’s existing budget. The commissioners also approved the purchase of a $1,900 light system investigative kit to help in crime … Read more