A major green energy project could soon bring jobs and clean technology to Victoria’s port. New York–based First Ammonia Corp. is asking for a long-term tax break as it plans a $1.3 billion plant that would turn air and water into “green ammonia.” The eco-friendly fuel would be shipped overseas to power industries in Europe. … Read more
Texas rapper That Mexican OT is trading the booth for the bull ring once again. The Bay City native, known for his viral hit “Johnny Dang,” is set to perform—and fight a bull—the same night at the 3rd Coast Bucking Festival in Rosenberg on February 7th. Fans can expect more than music, with live bull … Read more
A new state report says family income plays a bigger role than race or gender in whether Texas students earn college degrees. The study followed 400,000 eighth graders statewide and found only 16% of low-income students earned degrees, compared to 36% of others. Here in Wharton County, districts like East Bernard, Boling, and Louise outperform … Read more
Wharton’s Runnin’ Tigers fell to 0-2 in District 29-4A after a heartbreaker in West Columbia, losing 58-57 on a last-second shot. The Tigers battled back from a 17-13 first-quarter deficit to lead 28-26 at halftime, then held a narrow 40-39 edge heading into the fourth. Columbia outscored Wharton 19-17 in the final period to take … Read more
Bay City residents are invited to the Be Heart Smart Luncheon on Feb. 11th at the Bay City Country Club ballroom. The event will feature Dr. George P. Hanna, who will explain how early heart health screenings can detect problems before symptoms appear. The luncheon will highlight the Calcium Score Test, a quick CT scan … Read more
Boling residents filled a Wharton County meeting last Wednesday to hear about a potential Amazon Web Services data center near FM 1301 and FM 442. County leaders said the project is still in its earliest stages, with no land purchased, and emphasized the company would bring its own water and power, addressing concerns about shortages … Read more
In El Campo, a shocking New Year’s Eve twist gave babysitter Angel Nicole Castro a second chance. The 31-year-old was facing five years in prison after a jury convicted her of seriously injuring 19-month-old Roselynn Coates, the toddler she babysat. The child died in January of ’21 from liver damage after falling at Castro’s home. … Read more
El Campo leaders will consider tightening safety rules at the Civic Center during tonight’s city council meeting, focusing on protecting crowds and equipment at one of the city’s busiest venues. The proposal would ban confetti, smoke, fog, fireworks, sparklers, and most open flames, while also blocking anything that interferes with security cameras. City staff says … Read more
State leaders are keeping Matagorda County under a disaster declaration as dangerous fire weather continues across the Texas Gulf Coast. Governor Abbott renewed the order, saying dry and windy conditions still threaten homes, businesses, and lives. For residents, the move means emergency crews can keep using extra state support, equipment, and funding to respond quickly … Read more
On New Year’s morning in Bay City, neighbors reported gunshots. Officers tracked the noise to a house on Rugeley Street. As they got close, more shots rang out, so they took cover. Using the PA system, police ordered everyone outside. Several people came out and admitted they’d been drinking since the night before and firing … Read more