News Staff Debris cleanup in El Campo is underway and will take 60 days after Hurricane Beryl’s damage. Ceres Environmental will make three passes through each city quadrant, starting with the northeast. Only natural vegetation will be collected. State roads will be cleared last due to regulations. Volunteers are needed to help trim trees. The city expects … Read more
Seadrift City Council fired suspended Police Chief Marie Carisalez on Monday. Carisalez was placed on paid leave on June 25th. She became interim chief on June of ’23, after former Chief Leonard Bermea was fired. Mayor Jesse Hubbell said the action followed city policies. The council did not disclose why she was terminated.
A 22-year-old mother in Bay City faces charges after her toddler was found wandering alone in an apartment complex parking lot Friday morning. Fire Marshal Dan Shook found the unclothed child with sore feet. The child was identified and returned to his mother, Pleasant Byrd. Child Protective Services was notified, and Byrd was arrested for … Read more
FEMA is arriving in Wharton County to assist with disaster unemployment insurance after Hurricane Beryl. They will set up at El Campo’s Northside Center and another site in Wharton. FEMA will help with claims and offer low-interest loans for property damage. Residents should document all damages. The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting Disaster Unemployment Assistance … Read more
After Hurricane Beryl caused power outages in Ganado, Jackson County’s Assistant Emergency Management Coordinator used AT&T FirstNet to maintain communication. FirstNet, a priority service for first responders, was deployed quickly. After a request at 11 p.m., a mobile tower was set up by 9:30 a.m. the next morning. This ensured continuous communication for local emergency … Read more
The Bay City Fire Marshal’s Office warns that keeping hurricane shutters up can be a fire hazard. Residents should remove shutters to ensure two exits from each room, which is crucial in a fire. Shuttered windows can block firefighters, worsening fires. Though it may be tiring, removing shutters is vital for safety.
The Edna City Council approved a $275,000 bid from BLS Construction to rebuild the Shelby Park concession stand and restrooms, destroyed by a tornado last September. The project, funded by donations, grants, and $50,000 from the city, aims for completion by January 1st. Additionally, the city approved a 15% increase in employee health insurance for … Read more
The Ganado Townhall Players are ready to present “Persephone Rules” after eight weeks of preparation. Directed by Robin Donalson and Shelby Graves, the play features talented kids aged 11 to 17. This 90-minute comedy explores Greek mythology. Performances are happenoing Friday thru Sunday, with tickets priced at $30, including a meal. Tickets can be purchased … Read more
Jackson County Hospital District hosted a free Child Passenger Safety Seat Check Event last Saturday at their main entrance. The event aimed to enhance child safety in vehicles, with trained officers inspecting seats for defects, expiration dates, recalls, and proper installation. Parents were encouraged to bring their children for a custom fit. Inspections took about … Read more
Wharton and El Campo avoided major damage from Hurricane Beryl’s landfall. El Campo faced minor issues at a water treatment plant and lift stations, including a generator failure and a burned-out blower. Despite these, operations continued smoothly. The city’s service center had some windows knocked out and an air-conditioning fuse burned out. Wharton reported no … Read more