In Victoria County on Monday, huge hailstones the size of golf balls and nearly an inch of rain poured down within minutes. The National Weather Service warned of severe thunderstorms, urging caution on roads. The storm watch lasted till 3:15 p.m. and the warning till 7 p.m. Winds could have hit 60 mph, with a … Read more
In Victoria County, officials are cracking down on illegal advertising signs. Numerous complaints have been made about signs placed on public and private lands without consent. To tackle this, a new policy may be introduced to remove such signs, prioritizing public safety and property rights. County Judge Ben Zeller supports the initiative, suggesting a two-day … Read more
The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office has rolled out a new app to keep locals in the loop. With this app, you’ll get emergency alerts, jail updates, and more, right on your phone. Just search for “Wharton County Sheriff’s Office” in your app store or on Google Play, and you’ll have all the info you need … Read more
In Wharton, a 20-year-old from Houston, Jerome Stanford, got arrested on Tuesday. He’s accused of murder in Matagorda County. In Wharton, he’s facing charges like evading arrest, tampering with evidence, and carrying a weapon illegally. Stanford’s now in Wharton County Jail, needing $105,000 for bond.
At the state BBQ contest, Van Vleck High School’s team, Burnt Offerings, won big! They snagged 1st for dessert, 4th for beans, and 3rd place overall. Plus, they scored $13,750 in scholarships among 98 teams. Great job!
In Bay City, the Mary Rolph Marsh Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored high school seniors with the Good Citizen Essay Award. The winners received a pin, certificate, and a cash prize at a ceremony featuring a George Washington Tea. This award celebrates students who show exceptional dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism.
Victoria College received a $29,400 grant to run a Drone Pilot Academy this summer. High schoolers can learn about drones, focusing on safety and legal flying. They’ll get to fly drones, learn from experts, and edit flight videos. The free academy runs June 10-13 and 17-20. Students in grades 9-12 can apply by May 27 … Read more
El Campo High School’s plan for a hurricane-proof dome is now a “pipe dream.” The project was meant to be a new cafeteria and classrooms, funded mostly by the government. Costs soared from $5.5 million to $8.6 million, making it unfeasible. The school district has decided to drop the plan, focusing instead on other improvements.
El Campo and Wharton are starting their yearly fight against mosquitoes. Wharton has begun spraying, while El Campo waits for signs of mosquitoes. They use larvicide and fogging to cover areas, and residents can report issues. People can help by removing standing water and keeping yards clean to prevent breeding.
At Saturday’s graduation at Faith Family Church, 460 University of Houston-Victoria seniors celebrated earning their degrees after years of hard work. Among them were Aaron Holochwost, Lasley Davis, and Rosalba Carrera, who spoke at the ceremony. Samantha Brumley, a nontraditional student at Victoria College and a mother, hopes her achievement inspires her kids to pursue … Read more