News Staff Sixth graders in Jackson County took center stage in the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority’s 22nd Annual Water Conservation Poster Contest. Over 170 students submitted original artwork showing ways to protect and preserve water. LNRA awarded participation ribbons to all entrants and top honors to Edna’s Riley Scarborough and Industrial’s Zowie Gray. Their posters advanced to a … Read more
In Katy, Typhoon Texas water park is celebrating local students’ hard work this summer. On Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., elementary students who earned three or more As on their report card can enter the park for free. Each student can bring up to six guests, who will receive a discounted ticket price … Read more
This summer, Bay City’s public pool will raise admission from $1 to $4. The YMCA is now running daily operations to improve safety, staffing, and youth programs. The higher fee helps cover these costs and keep quality service. To stay affordable, the YMCA offers “Family Nights” twice a week with $2 entry. Meanwhile, Bay City … Read more
In Bay City, the Next Level Barber Institute celebrated its newest graduates with a heartfelt ceremony. Led by founder Kim Willett, the event honored students who now hold both barber licenses and business skills. Since 2018, Willett has trained locals of all ages, teaching them to thrive professionally and personally. Her new book, Clipper to … Read more
El Campo’s Civic Center will host the annual Art Association Show the weekend of June 7–8, celebrating local talent in painting, photography, needlework, woodcraft, and more. The public can browse a wide variety of art and handmade items Saturday from 2–6 p.m. and Sunday from 1–5 p.m. at 2350 N. Mechanic. The show features judged … Read more
Starting today, children ages 1 to 18 can enjoy free breakfast and lunch at El Campo and Wharton ISD locations all summer long. The Wharton Boys & Girls Club will offer lunch and an afternoon snack as well. This program, funded by the Texas Department of Agriculture, ensures kids get healthy meals when school is … Read more
Paul Cordova Jr., an El Campo man convicted of repeatedly sexually abusing a 6-year-old child in ’18, was sentenced to 50 years in prison with no chance of early release. Wharton County District Attorney Mark Racer described Cordova as a dangerous predator whose victims were mostly family members by marriage, with at least one unrelated … Read more
Wharton welcomed its biggest housing project in decades. Wharton Lakes, near South Alabama and East Milam, officially opened with 35 homes built and 20 families already moved in. The 220-home subdivision sits on 50 acres annexed last year, with homes starting under $300,000. Builders are offering interest rates below 4%. Phase two adds 50 more … Read more
Bay City is moving forward with a long-awaited aquatics center. The City Council approved a deal with the Bay City Community Development Corporation to invest $3 million and donate land behind the Civic Center for the $15 million project. If not finished in three years, the land returns to the city. The BCCDC will oversee … Read more
El Campo’s Robert Pavon, a rising senior and defensive lineman, made waves statewide after squatting 700 pounds in the Ricebirds’ weight room. The jaw-dropping lift was posted online, shared by head coach Travis Reeve, and picked up by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football. The video nears 10,000 views. Pavon, who had 28 tackles last season, will … Read more