Two El Campo city councilmen are pushing for Wharton County’s rural residents to share costs for services they use inside the city. During recent budget talks, they argued county taxpayers should help fund parks, emergency communications, and roads within El Campo. The city’s $28.7 million budget, with a proposed tax rate of 49.144 cents per … Read more
Wharton residents will gather next Wednesday for the fourth annual “Walk A Mile In Their Shoes,” a mile-long march raising awareness of domestic violence. The event starts at noon at The Crisis Center on North Fulton Street and ends at the Wharton County Courthouse gazebo with speakers and a moment of silence. Participants will carry … Read more
Wharton County football ramps up this week as Wharton, East Bernard and Boling kick off district play at home. Wharton, off to its best start since 2015 under new head coach Jason Haddock, leans on a dominant running game and stingy defense as it hosts Columbia Friday night. East Bernard hopes its big 44-14 win … Read more
Bay City’s food scene will take center stage at the Matagorda County Museum’s “Gourmet Guys” fundraiser on Saturday. This annual event invites chefs, home cooks, and food lovers to serve up their best dishes, whether from restaurants, food trucks, or their own kitchens. Leading up to the big day, organizers are celebrating regional flavors like … Read more
Bay City will launch its National Night Out with a community kick-off on Tuesday, October 7th, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Bay City Public Library on 7th Street. The free event invites families to meet Bay City Police officers, connect with neighbors and local groups, and enjoy activities, resources, and giveaways. Organizers say … Read more
Matagorda’s marina turned into a living history lesson Saturday as the 30-foot replica ship La Petite Belle drew about 100 people down D-Dock for Texian Navy Day. The annual event, held every third Saturday in September, honors the Republic of Texas fleets that patrolled the Gulf and helped win independence in 1836. Organizers say the … Read more
Bay City’s Rice Festival is turning up hometown pride this year as local star Virgil René Gazca, known as That Mexican OT, headlines Saturday, October 25th. The show kicks off at 7:30 p.m. at the Matagorda County Fairgrounds following 360 Pro Wrestling at 5 p.m.. Tickets range from $44.50 for general admission to $162 for … Read more
A deadly small-plane crash shook the Louise community in Wharton County on Saturday night. Authorities say the aircraft went down around 8 p.m. near County Road 382 and Ward Street, southwest of Houston. Federal officials report the plane appeared to stall in midair before trying to land and crashing. Two people were killed. Their names … Read more
El Campo’s fight against blight is sparking debate at City Hall. City staff propose cutting next year’s demolition budget by 70 percent, dropping it from $23,238 to $6,950. Staff say more property owners now handle their own demolitions, saving city funds. District 4 Councilman John Hancock Jr. argues the city isn’t proactive enough in tackling … Read more
El Campo is gearing up for the return of Prairie Days at Alamo Park on Saturday, October 4th. Hosted by the El Campo Chamber of Commerce, the free-admission festival honors local heritage with food, shopping, live music and a large kids’ zone featuring pony rides, inflatable slides, a train ride and carnival games. Festivities start … Read more