News Staff Wharton County has $6.8 million in unclaimed funds for its residents. However, many haven’t claimed the money, which ranges from pennies to thousands. El Campo alone has just under $2.7 million divided among 33,418 parcels. County officials and local finance directors could claim small amounts. Residents can find out if they have unclaimed property by … Read more
A 15-year-old student from Bay City High School was arrested early Tuesday morning for a felony terroristic threat. A photo with threats against Bay City Jr. High and High School students circulated Monday night, prompting parents to alert local police. The threat targeted students on Tuesday during school hours. Bay City ISD emailed parents about … Read more
Casa Jalisco, a Mexican restaurant on N. Laurent St., managed to stay open Thursday despite an immigration raid that resulted in some employees being detained by ICE. A manager confirmed the raid happened earlier in the week and described the situation as frightening for the business and community. Meanwhile, two other local Mexican restaurants were … Read more
El Campo residents interested in running for District Council have nine days left to file for the 2025 General Election. Four district seats are open, and candidates must live in the district they wish to represent. The elected term runs from May of ’25 to May of ’27. Candidate packets are available at City Hall, … Read more
The Bay City Police Chief Christella Rodriguez assured the community, in a social media post, of its ongoing dedication to safety and justice. While immigration enforcement is a federal matter, their main focus remains local law enforcement and crime prevention. They encourage residents to report criminal activities and assure that every community member is valued … Read more
Law enforcement officers in Wharton County will receive increased benefits thanks to the 100 Club, which raised death benefits from $100,000 to $300,000. The group honored top officers and support staff at its annual gathering in El Campo, where outgoing president Billy Freeman expressed gratitude for their service. New District Attorney Mark Racer highlighted local … Read more
At the 100 Club of Wharton County’s annual banquet, Sheriff Shannon Srubar praised the dedication of the Wharton County Sheriff’s Department. Srubar highlighted their achievements in ’24, including becoming a certified training provider and promoting the department’s first female captain. He praised officers, jailers, and support staff for their commitment, citing nearly 27,000 service calls … Read more
Bay City voters will address five propositions in the May election to update the city’s charter. Changes include staggering council terms, adjusting meeting rules, and revising residency requirements for the city manager. These updates aim to improve efficiency and reflect the city’s government structure. While some residents raised concerns online about the residency rule, officials … Read more
The El Campo ISD school board has extended Superintendent Bob Callaghan’s contract through June 2028 after a unanimous 6-0 vote on Jan. 22nd, with one member absent. Callaghan, who has led the district since July of ’20, guided schools through the pandemic and key administrative changes. He may also oversee a possible historic bond election. … Read more
Texas coaching legend Chad Morris has joined ANSRS as a senior advisor to the CEO, bringing decades of experience to help coaches streamline game planning with advanced data and video tools. Morris, who led Bay City to state titles and revived SMU’s program, will focus on expanding ANSRS’ reach and developing training programs for young … Read more