Eddie Escamia Jr., after admitting to neglecting his child, will serve eight years of probation instead of prison time. His son Daniel was fatally abused by Escamia’s partner, Rebecca Hart. Escamia, who called for help too late, showed remorse and aided the case against Hart. He’s lost custody of his other children due to the … Read more
Jay Roussel won a seat on the Wharton County Junior College board, defeating Mary Ellen Meyer with 436 votes to her 190. Most of his support came from early voters, while Meyer had more absentee votes. Roussel praised Meyer’s service and aims to unite the community. Only 2.49% of registered voters participated. Election officials have … Read more
Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of the season, formed Wednesday morning in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico. It was expected to make landfall in Mexico today, bringing rain, winds, and potential tornadoes to Texas and the Gulf Coast. Alberto slightly strengthened before reaching land, with rainfall predictions of six to ten inches, potentially … Read more
In Edna, 17-year-old Kade Rodas, a 2023 first-team all-district football player, was arrested Monday for stalking. He was released on a $25,000 bond on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Victoria Police arrested a 20-year-old woman on Tuesday. Madalyn Salinas is charged with eight crimes, including stealing a gun and dealing drugs. She is currently in Victoria County Jail … Read more
Matagorda County will receive nearly $22,000 to boost local emergency food and shelter programs as part of Phase 41 of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program. This decision was made by a national board led by FEMA and includes groups like United Way and the Red Cross. A local board with representatives from area nonprofits … Read more
In Victoria County, emergency teams are gearing up for a potential storm that could bring heavy rain and strong winds. They’re checking on their crew, stocking up on essentials, and preparing for any necessary rescue efforts. The area is bracing for a deluge, possibly getting 3 to 10 inches of rain this week, with the … Read more
The Matagorda County retired teachers’ group is inviting more members to join their ranks. More members mean more books for kids and more scholarship funds for future educators. They’re all about giving back, from donating books to local health centers to offering scholarships. They’re open to all school staff, not just teachers. Membership costs $50 … Read more
Voting in Victoria County is getting a tech upgrade with new software and tablets, making the process quicker and easier. No more paper forms to sign; now it’s all digital. The county’s spending nearly $46,000 on this, but the state’s chipping in $13,000. Election workers will check in voters using the tablets, which should solve … Read more
In Bay City, two health organizations are gathering dolls and stuffed toys for dementia patients. They’re calling it the Dolls for Dementia Drive, and it’s happening thru June 28th. These soft toys help calm patients who struggle with communication and emotions. The drive, which spans a 60-mile area, aims to collect more toys this year … Read more
This weekend, a team of 50 amateur radio operators will showcase their skills in emergency communication at their yearly event at LeTulle Park, especially vital with an active hurricane season ahead. They’ll use their own equipment to connect with others nationwide, proving that even if modern networks fail, they can still get the message through.