At a barbecue luncheon on Friday, Nan Ya Plastics USA hosted city officials, including Mayor Tim Barker and City Manager Joseph Pace, along with members of the Wharton Police and Fire Departments. The company generously donated $10,000 to the fire department and $7,000 to the police department.
This holiday season, the FBI, DHS, and NCTC are alerting about potential threats in the US. They’re concerned about possible violence at large events due to ongoing tensions related to the Israel-Palestine conflict. While there’s no specific threat, these events are seen as attractive targets for individuals with various ideologies. Stay vigilant during holiday gatherings.
Guinea pig enthusiasts gathered in Boling for a show at the Community Center on Saturday. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with free admission. Attendees brought friends and family to learn about the hobby. Texas Custom Cages and Boling Bunny Farm offered supplies for purchase. Organizers noted guinea pigs can also be … Read more
El Campo City Council has approved more license plate cameras on local roads. These cameras won’t track speed but will capture front and rear plates. Images will be compared nationwide to find stolen vehicles or wanted felons. They can also aid amber or silver alerts. El Campo PD bought eight cameras using state funds, with … Read more
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Express, a festive six-car train, made a stop in Victoria last Thursday. It attracted hundreds of people who got to explore the train’s Christmas decorations. The train, which travels from Canada to Texas, stops in various states, donating to local food banks and the Salvation Army in Victoria.
After two decades serving Matagorda County, Judge Mark Finlay is retiring. He passed the robe to Suzanne Sullivan, chosen by both judges as the best candidate. The council agreed, and she was sworn in during Tuesday night’s Bay City Council meeting. Sullivan will officially start her new role on January 1st.
Christmas shoppers in El Campo and nearby towns need to be extra careful. Stress can lead to aggressive driving, so take your time. Thieves are also on the lookout for easy targets. Always lock your car, park in a well-lit area, and remember where you parked. Before approaching your car, have your keys ready and … Read more
Law enforcement officers joined 38 excited kids for Shop with a Cop, a yearly event. Kids, armed with $200 each for Christmas gifts, raced through Walmart aisles. Bay City Police credited donors for making it possible. The program benefits families in need, making Christmas gifts accessible, while fostering positive relationships between officers and the community.
The person accused of a toddler’s death may not face trial before the district attorney retires next year. The case, pending for twice as long as the child lived, involves 28-year-old Angel Castro of El Campo. She’s accused of killing 19-month-old Roselynn Coates, and is not in custody. Currently, cases involving inmates take priority.
K9 Thor, a police dog from Wharton County Sheriff’s Office, got a bulletproof vest from a non-profit, Vested Interest in K9s. The Iron Pigs Motorcycle Club of Olympia, Washington raised funds for it. The vest honors those who served and sacrificed. It’s worth $1800, weighs about 4-5 lbs, and has a five-year warranty.