News Staff After a two-day hiatus due to Hurricane Beryl, El Campo and other schools in the area have resumed their summer workouts. Wharton, however, remains closed and is expected to reopen today, according to athletic director Alvin Dotson. These workouts will continue for the remainder of the month.
On Monday morning in Victoria, police found a woman with life-threatening injuries caused by Trevon Anthony Martinez, now charged with murder. Police responded to a crash at East Water Street and found a white Ford Expedition had lost control and hit a fence. The woman driver, Virginia Ann Martinez, 45, was in the vehicle with … Read more
As Hurricane Beryl hit, Wharton County saw both criminals and law-abiding citizens take shelter. Sheriff Shannon Srubar noted it was unusually quiet, with deputies focused on reporting downed power lines instead of disturbances. Two active lines were down on FM 1300 and CR 251. Despite home and crop damage, things went as well as possible.
Matagorda Regional Medical Center reported minimal issues during Hurricane Beryl, with no known deaths, according to a spokesperson. The hospital maintained power throughout, thanks to generators. Staff and patients stayed safe inside. However, other Southeast Texas areas, including Harris, Montgomery, and Galveston counties, experienced fatalities, with nine reported. In Harris County, falling trees killed two … Read more
Several organizations, including the American Red Cross and H-E-B Grocery, helped set up a temporary shelter at the Bay City Civic Center, Bay City officials reported. The shelter opened Wednesday afternoon, offering food, water, cots, sleeping bags, and air conditioning to those affected by Hurricane Beryl.Some residents were moved from the Bay City Service Center … Read more
Bay City officials reported fewer calls for service over Fourth of July compared to previous years. However, Sargent Volunteer Fire Department Chief Michael Napoleon noted several small grass fires caused by fireworks, which were quickly extinguished without damage. Bay City Police and Fire Marshal’s Office responded to 32 fireworks-related calls, significantly down from previous years.
Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church is refurbishing its historic organ, which dates back to 1920. The organ is currently being restored in Atascocita. Church Organist Jakeb Silva and member David Shield highlight the importance of this project for enhancing worship. The organ shares its history with a similar one in an Episcopal church in Atascocita. The … Read more
Bay City Police Chief Christella Rodriguez urges the community to unite against rising gun violence. The Bay City Police Department is committed to tackling this issue and ensuring safety. Followingthe U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory on gun violence as a public health crisis, local officers are seizing illegal firearms and arresting suspects. Residents are encouraged to … Read more
The City of El Campo is dedicated to resident safety and well-being. Following recent events, the Inspections Department will visit homes and businesses to provide crucial disaster recovery information. Inspectors, identifiable by City of El Campo vehicles, will offer resources, safety guidance, and answer recovery questions. The city asks for cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety … Read more
Bay City Parks & Recreation wants to thank the Parks Crew, Streets and Bridge, Utilities, and Edna Public Works for clearing trees and limbs at Le Tulle Park after Hurricane Beryl. Le Tulle Park and Amistad Splash Pad will reopen today. Enjoy the outdoors in Bay City,