Just as most cars need to be refueled constantly, so does the nation’s blood supply. The American Red Cross has faced a concerning drop in blood and platelet donations this summer. Donors are needed to make an appointment to give in August to help prevent a blood shortage. The decline in donations has caused the … Read more
A reminder from the Matagorda Area Chamber of Commerce, that the MVFD will be hosting an Active Shooter Class tomorrow. It takes place at 6 p.m. at Fireman’s Hall.
The Lieutenant Governor of Texas has tested positive for COVID 19 for a second time in the last seven months. Dan Patrick tested positive on Saturday, and was isolating at his home and planned to work from home this week. He’s experiencing mild symptoms. He had previously tested positive on December 27th. His campaign said … Read more
The Bay City ISD is hosting a job fair tomorrow, for all open positions in the district. Baycitytribune.com says the job fair is from 9 a.m. until noon on Wednesday at the Bay City High School, at 400 7th street. The job fair will including professional and non-professional positions that are open in the district.
The El Campo ISD reminds that the deadline to apply for the substitute teacher position is today, July 26, 2022. Substitute Teacher Applicants must have at least a High School diploma or G.E.D. and be able to attend a training session this Thursday, July 28, 2022. There is no fee for the training session. REMINDER: … Read more
It’s costing you a lot less at the gas pump lately. Gasbuddy.com puts the statewide average price for gas today at $3.82 a gallon, which is down 17 cents in the last week and it’s off more than 70 cents a gallon in the last month. In El Campo, you can find gas prices as … Read more
The El Campo School District says – ready to show your Ricebird Pride? Northside Elementary is selling personalized Ricebird water bottles. Use the attached form or link below to place your order. All orders are due by August 31st, and proceeds will fund school shirts and incentives for all students. These are great for students … Read more
The El Campo School District reminds, the first day of the 22-23 school year is August 10th. However, beginning this Tuesday, July 26, 2022, all returning and new students’ Back to School forms will be available online to complete electronically! No More Back to School Paper Packets!! You can get more information online, by starting … Read more
At least 21 homes have been destroyed because of a couple of wildfires in North Texas. The Associated Press says the Chalk Mountain Fire near Glen Rose destroyed 16 homes and damaged five others. It burned around 10 square miles as of midday Wednesday. As of Wednesday that fire was 10 percent contained. The fire … Read more
Crews completed repairs needed after a major water main break in Bay City. The break happened near the 1300 block of 19th street, and was affecting the north quadrant of the city.