On Monday afternoon, near the intersection of SH 119 and Sunday Lane, a motorcycle collided with a dump truck. The truck was turning left from SH 119 onto Sunday Lane and didn’t give way to the motorcycle. Sadly, the rider, 61 year old Michael Flechsig, from El Campo, lost his life in the accident.
Wharton’s Monterey Square recently hosted a snow event this year, thanks to volunteers and sponsors and Ice Express of Houston. Families enjoyed snowball fights, music, food, and a visit from Santa. Safety was ensured by local high school students. Vendors offered treats and gifts, and a face-painting station added to the fun. The event was … Read more
This Saturday, the Wharton County Stray Pet Outreach Team is hosting a kitten adoption event at Tractor Supply Co. in Wharton from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The kittens, aged three to four months, have been vet-checked and vaccinated. The adoption fee is $75 for one kitten or $125 for two, covering all vet expenses … Read more
On Friday, December 29th, you can help save lives by donating blood at the Wharton County Main Library on 1924 N. Fulton St. This event, hosted by the Wharton Police Department, will benefit the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. You can choose from various time slots to make your donation.
Doris Adamcik’s request to change her property’s zoning from industrial to commercial was approved by the El Campo city council, which could attract more retail businesses to the U.S. 59 corridor. The council plans to consider rezoning the entire area in early 2024. Despite some opposition, the land, which has been on sale for commercial … Read more
Commissioner Mike Estlinbaum has initiated a project to reduce traffic problems at Matagorda County Beach. He tested oil field mats at the beach entrance and found them effective. These mats, funded by a grant, will be installed by July 4th to help manage traffic, especially emergency vehicles. If a storm hits, they can be easily … Read more
New rules on giving meds at schools. Nurses now need doctor’s orders, not just for prescriptions but also non-prescription drugs. Before, parents’ notes were okay for over-the-counter meds, but now it’s stricter. Students can still get non-prescription drugs for 10 days with a parent’s note, but after that, a doctor’s order is a must.
Matagorda County Commissioners approved tax breaks for Lyondell Bassell’s solar projects with Industrial Sun. CEO Wade Gungoll says it’ll save money and boost sustainability. The projects will bring a $1.6 million benefit in the first three years, according to Mike Ferdinand, Matagorda County Economic Development Director.
A man from Palacios led police on a high-speed chase near El Campo, reaching 140 mph before a tire blew out. The driver, Matthew Ray Guevara, was arrested for evading arrest. Despite a strong marijuana odor, none was found. No one was hurt, and no other drivers reported issues. Guevara was released on a $10,000 … Read more
El Campo City Hall will be closed for Christmas on December 25th and 26th reopening on December 27th. Texas Disposal Systems won’t collect waste on Christmas Day. Collections will be a day late: Monday’s pickup will be on Tuesday, and Tuesday’s on Wednesday. Remember to put your cart out by 6 AM.