In East Bernard, a man’s failure to control his aggressive dogs has landed him in jail for three years. The dogs, which included a German Shepherd mix and a pit bull, escaped and attacked a woman, leaving her with lasting injuries. The owner, who had been previously warned to secure his dogs and get insurance, … Read more
Tonight, Wharton City Council bids farewell to long-serving council member Donald Mueller after 32 years. Incoming councilman David Voulgaris steps in once election results are finalized. Mayor Tim Barker and councilmen Steve Schneider and Larry Pittman also take oaths. Council will also appoint a new mayor pro-tem.
At Wharton ISD’s recent meeting, new trustee Lisa Morton Perez called for a special session to discuss firing Superintendent Michael O’Guin, who plans to retire next year but faces possible termination for undisclosed reasons. O’Guin, who wasn’t at the meeting, claims he’s been denied due process. The board will decide his fate at tonight’s meeting.
In Wharton County, a deputy was hospitalized with a broken bone after a traffic stop near the fairgrounds led to a chase and manhunt. The incident began when a Nissan Titan fled a traffic stop, crashed through fences, and a dozen people ran into cornfields. A search involving drones and multiple agencies resulted in four … Read more
In Matagorda County, 16 students from five local schools were celebrated for completing the first Matagorda County Youth Leadership Program. They learned about local government, industries, and nonprofits from leaders like County Judge Seiferman and Bay City Community Development Executive Director Jessica Russell. Seiferman initiated the program to show students the opportunities in their county.
Bay City police, acting on a tip, stopped a car and arrested two 20-year-olds, Cardell Monroe Jr. and Camron Evans, for drug possession and gun charges. Monroe, found hiding in the back seat, was wanted on multiple felony warrants. Police found gun magazines, suspected marijuana, and pills that tested positive for fentanyl. Both men are … Read more
In Victoria, a man named Ricco Arce led police on a car chase after being stopped for a traffic violation. He was caught when he tried to hide a tool case filled with over 500 grams of cocaine in someone’s backyard. Arce is now facing several charges, including drug manufacturing and evading police.
In Wharton County, authorities arrested Carlos Lopez, a 34-year-old suspect from Harlingen, on charges of human smuggling. He is currently held in the Wharton County Jail with a $100,000 bond.
In Victoria, Ethel Lee Tracy Park is getting a new restroom, approved by the City Council. They’ve partnered with Public Restroom Company for a prefabricated facility, including plumbing, electrical, and sidewalks. The assistant city manager noted the community’s input, highlighting the need for more bathrooms near the splash pad and playground, plus improved parking and … Read more
The Matagorda Volunteer Fire Department is set to enhance its emergency response capabilities with a new utility terrain vehicle, designed to navigate the challenging terrains of islands and beaches. This addition is made possible by a grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and from the department’s own funds. The vehicle will be a crucial … Read more