The Palacios Preservation Association created a detailed 3-D printed replica of the historic Luther Hotel to showcase at the Smithsonian/Texas Historical Commission “Crossroads” exhibit running through March 9th. The model highlights the hotel’s 120-year history, notable guests like Lyndon B. Johnson, and even playful nods to its rumored ghosts. Meanwhile, restoration efforts at the hotel … Read more
El Campo’s City Council will decide tonight if Midnight Tinterz, a local auto window tinting shop, can continue operating at its new location on Main Street. The business moved in without obtaining the required Special Use Permit, prompting city staff to notify owner Jesse Avendano. The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the permit in a … Read more
Wharton County Commissioners will meet today to discuss community events and public safety measures. They’ll vote on hosting a Lions Club-sponsored movie night at the Courthouse lawn on March 7th and review cybersecurity training for county employees, required by June 13th. The Office of Emergency Management will request approval for a grant to purchase ballistic … Read more
This week, eight Bay City families will get new, modern bathrooms, part of a project by the Bay City Housing Authority, eventually benefiting 40 families. Lawanda Davis, executive director, highlighted this as the first major investment in local low-income housing in a decade. The remodel addresses deteriorating flooring issues. Davis emphasizes their ongoing efforts to … Read more
Matagorda County officials are investigating a cybersecurity breach that disrupted internal systems early Friday morning. While no resident data appears compromised, the county declared a disaster at 3 p.m., activating heightened emergency operations. County Judge Bobby Seiferman assured residents that cybersecurity experts are working nonstop to secure the system and prevent further issues. Affected systems … Read more
El Campo High School’s swimming teams continue to dominate. Both the boys and girls teams won the District 12 championships for the third consecutive year at the El Campo Aquatic Center. Ricebird sophomore Luke Dornak was named District Diver of the Meet. Junior Evan Vasquez is excited for next year, with no seniors graduating. The … Read more
A Wharton County Grand Jury indicted 53 year old Gabriel Bustamante for an August ’24 armed robbery in El Campo. Bustamante and his family, involved in a dispute over a window air conditioner, face serious charges. Police say Bustamante held two people at gunpoint hours after a transaction over the unit. If convicted, Gabriel Bustamante … Read more
Bay City High School sophomore Dawson Hudgins has made history as the first choir student in 15 years to be selected for the prestigious Texas Music Educators Association All-State Choir. The Choir Director praised Hudgins’ dedication, noting he competed against thousands of talented students in rigorous auditions since September. Hudgins, a member of the school’s … Read more
At El Campo Country Club, friends and family gathered to celebrate Rita Radley’s 100th birthday. Known for her significant contributions to El Campo, Radley was the first female president of the Lower Colorado River Authority board and played a key role in local economic development. Her efforts led to the creation of the El Campo … Read more
The city of Wharton is advancing efforts to make streets safer for pedestrians by applying for a grant to upgrade sidewalks and crossings. The City Council approved a preliminary grant application for the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2025 program. Previously awarded in ’23, the grant funded a 3.5-mile sidewalk expansion along U.S. 59-Business. If selected, … Read more