Two customers had a heated dispute over an unsettled debt at the Second Time Around Store in El Campo recently. Jocelyn Yvette Carter, 65, threatened the other customer, prompting a store employee to call the police. Officers arrived quickly, arresting Carter and restoring order in 16 minutes. Carter was taken to Wharton County Jail, posted … Read more
On Mother’s Day, Deputy Laura Staude of Wharton County didn’t hesitate to save a life. When EMT Christian Galvan suffered cardiac arrest, Staude was on the scene within minutes, performing CPR until paramedics arrived. Her quick action turned a potential tragedy into a lifesaving moment, proving the vital role of first responders in emergencies.
Early Monday, around 12:15 a.m., Houston Police informed Victoria County deputies about a murder suspect heading south on Highway 59. Two people had been found dead in a Houston apartment complex parking lot on Sunday. Shortly after the alert, deputies stopped the suspect’s vehicle on Highway 59 near Beck Road and arrested Gustavo Flores, 40, … Read more
The City of Palacios invites residents to a town hall meeting on July 9 from 6 PM to 8 at the Sanford Center, 907 8th Street. Learn about the new water meter and how to use the customer portal to track daily water usage. Handouts will be provided, and all questions will be answered. Guest … Read more
Bay City’s first BMX Bike Park is celebrating on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at City Field. Hosted by Bay City Gas Company, Happy Radio, and Bay City Parks & Recreation, the event features a .27-mile dirt track with various jumps. The first 100 riders to complete five laps will receive a free … Read more
Wharton County leaders considered spending nearly $100,000 on a trailer and a pickup truck, with a vote held at Monday morning’s commissioners’ court meeting. They voted to buy an Armor Lite belly-dump trailer for up to $50,000 from Alamo City Trailer Sales and a Chevrolet 2500HD pickup for about $47,500 from Gunn Chevrolet in Selma.
Wharton County Junior College cowboys had a recent successful trip to the College Rodeo National Finals in Wyoming. Zeke Martinez, a Pioneer sophomore, secured the Reserve National Champion Bull Riding Title, missing the top spot by just one point. His impressive performance included an 86-point ride in the short round. Fellow Pioneer Spiner Burger also … Read more
Armando Cervantes, of Victoria, was arrested for assaulting a family member. He struck the family member with his fist and a 2×4. The incident occurred after an argument about Cervantes not being allowed at the residence. Police found a blood-stained 2×4 and a witness confirmed the assault. Later, Cervantes was found intoxicated, shirtless, and bleeding … Read more
Victoria County commissioners were notified of a vacancy on the Victoria Appraisal District board of directors. When someone resigns from the board, all voting entities in the county can nominate a replacement. Judy Sandoval, the representative for the Victoria Independent School District, recently resigned. The board will vote on the new director on July 24th, … Read more
Palacios Community Medical Center invites locals to “Coffee with a Cop” on Thursday, from 7:30 to 9 AM at Donut Palace, 805 Henderson Ave, Palacios. Enjoy free coffee and donuts while meeting members of the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Department, Palacios Police Department, PVFD, Texas Game Warden Association, and TXDPS