Expect to see police out on the roads in force as holiday trippers and visitors fill local and major roads, leading to traffic and accidents being more common than normal. Officers diverting traffic will be all-to common a sight for anyone visitng friends or family over the winter season, driving on icy roads.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has withdrawn approval to dredge the Matagorda Bay shipping channel through an EPA Superfund site. A coalition of Gulf and environmental groups, had filed a lawsuit after new information came to light about the anticipated use of the shipping channel and the risks of mercury contamination on sea turtles … Read more
For many Texans, a trip or two to the liquor store is a common occurrence during the holiday season. When making plans on when to get those bottles — you should know that during the holidays, Texas liquor stores will be closed for 61 hours straight. This will happen not once, but twice. Beer and … Read more
On Tuesday, the Bay City Fire Department and PD were dispatched to an apartment fire at 4408 Hiram Brandon. The fire was brought under control in about 40 minutes, and damaged the apartment and common attic space for Building E. Smoke detectors alerted the occupants and they were able to evacuate with only minor injuries. … Read more
On Monday, December 19, 2022, the Bay City Police Department held a promotional ceremony. The ceremony was held in the Bay City Municipal Court room with Police Chief Christella Rodriguez officiating. Sergeant Edward Guzman III was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Guzman has over 15 years of law enforcement experience. Several members of the … Read more
With Arctic air forecasted to arrive Thursday afternoon , here are some tips to prepare ahead of time. Build an emergency kit which should include food and water to last for several days. Keep your faucets dripping and keep cabinet doors open so the warm air can keep the pipes warm. Bring in your pets … Read more
The Bay City Police dept posted on its Facebook page pet care tips during winter weather. The SPCA of Texas never recommends leaving pets outside full time; however, if pets must stay outside for extended periods of time, always weatherproof their living quarters. The shelter must be covered, dry, insulated, filled with straw or other … Read more
A house fire early Monday morning in Victoria County injured four family members. Firefighters were dispatched to 210 Barbara Drive.The fire was started by a space heater placed too close to flammable materials. Five people were in the house when the fire broke out. One was uninjured, and four were sent by ambulance to Citizens … Read more
The Victoria County Sheriff’s Office arrested Victoria resident 58 year old George Guadalupe Morales last Thursday on a warrant charging him with aggravated sexual assault of a child — punishable by five years to life in prison and up to a $10,000 fine, according to the Texas Penal Code. Morales’ bail was set at $75,000 … Read more
Destination Ford in East Bernard has donated a 2022 Ford Maverick truck to be raffled off to benefit East Bernard High School’s Project Graduation. Tickets are $100 each and the drawing will be held at Riverside Hall on February 18th in conjunction with Senior Serve. Tickets can be purchased from any EBHS senior or at … Read more