Precinct 2 will repair part of County Road 212 using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. Waller County Construction was chosen to complete the repairs, costing around $35,000. The project is estimated at just under $31,000, with extra funds included for potential overruns. Commissioners approved the project unanimously.
In Wharton, a new sidewalk project led to unexpected costs for a car wash’s waterline extension. The city council approved an extra $5,850 to avoid damaging the sidewalks, with the total project now costing $147,240. The increase exceeds the budget by $3,610, which the economic development group will review. The decision was unanimous
Victoria College is hosting a Free Ticket Night for the Victoria Generals’ baseball game on Thursday. The community is invited to Riverside Stadium for a tailgate party at 5:30 p.m. with free food and fun, followed by the game at 7:05 p.m. against the Seguin River Monsters. Grab your free tickets at various college locations … Read more
El Campo residents, your input is needed! The city has launched a new Comprehensive Plan Project Website to guide El Campo’s future for the next 10-20 years. Your feedback on parks, housing, land use, transportation, and economic development is crucial. The City Council and Planning Commission will use your input to make key decisions. Help … Read more
In May, a high school teacher from Nordheim was arrested for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student.. The 23-year-old history teacher, Jacob Catron, faced a felony charge and was released on bond. The incident’s details are unclear, but the school acted swiftly to ensure student safety and contacted authorities. Catron’s lawyer emphasizes his … Read more
Louise ISD is on the hunt for a new superintendent, and they’re asking for your help. A survey on their website lets you weigh in on what qualities you want in a leader. Meanwhile, interim superintendent Brett Springston will update the board on various topics, including a new online training platform and budget matters at … Read more
Rhylee Trotter, a Bay City High School student, is set to shine at the Miss Texas Teen USA pageant, aiming for a spot in Miss Teen USA. Competing on June 23rd in Houston, she’ll be judged on her personality and poise among 56 hopefuls. Active in cheerleading and soccer, Rhylee plans to become a nurse … Read more
In El Campo, two men were charged with felony criminal mischief after they allegedly destroyed over $40,000 worth of motorcycles at a local Mexican restaurant. The incident followed an earlier dispute with the bike owners. The accused, Pedro Cura-Hernandez and Omar Reyes, could face two years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
A former U.S. Marine was arrested in Bay City on Wednesday after police intercepted a package containing an illegal weapon part. Dustin Fehmel, 36, was taken into custody at his home around 12:14 p.m. The package, which could convert a semi-automatic gun to fully automatic, was flagged by Homeland Security. Fehmel is now in jail … Read more
The Wharton County Sheriff’s Department has closed its investigation into a suspected violation of Open Meetings Law by Louise ISD without any arrests. The issue centers on whether the trustees illegally decided to terminate Superintendent Garth Olivier without a proper meeting. Records show no official vote occurred before informing Olivier of his termination on February … Read more