El Campo City Council has approved more license plate cameras on local roads. These cameras won’t track speed but will capture front and rear plates. Images will be compared nationwide to find stolen vehicles or wanted felons. They can also aid amber or silver alerts. El Campo PD bought eight cameras using state funds, with … Read more
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Express, a festive six-car train, made a stop in Victoria last Thursday. It attracted hundreds of people who got to explore the train’s Christmas decorations. The train, which travels from Canada to Texas, stops in various states, donating to local food banks and the Salvation Army in Victoria.
After two decades serving Matagorda County, Judge Mark Finlay is retiring. He passed the robe to Suzanne Sullivan, chosen by both judges as the best candidate. The council agreed, and she was sworn in during Tuesday night’s Bay City Council meeting. Sullivan will officially start her new role on January 1st.
Christmas shoppers in El Campo and nearby towns need to be extra careful. Stress can lead to aggressive driving, so take your time. Thieves are also on the lookout for easy targets. Always lock your car, park in a well-lit area, and remember where you parked. Before approaching your car, have your keys ready and … Read more
Law enforcement officers joined 38 excited kids for Shop with a Cop, a yearly event. Kids, armed with $200 each for Christmas gifts, raced through Walmart aisles. Bay City Police credited donors for making it possible. The program benefits families in need, making Christmas gifts accessible, while fostering positive relationships between officers and the community.
The person accused of a toddler’s death may not face trial before the district attorney retires next year. The case, pending for twice as long as the child lived, involves 28-year-old Angel Castro of El Campo. She’s accused of killing 19-month-old Roselynn Coates, and is not in custody. Currently, cases involving inmates take priority.
K9 Thor, a police dog from Wharton County Sheriff’s Office, got a bulletproof vest from a non-profit, Vested Interest in K9s. The Iron Pigs Motorcycle Club of Olympia, Washington raised funds for it. The vest honors those who served and sacrificed. It’s worth $1800, weighs about 4-5 lbs, and has a five-year warranty.
In the holiday spirit, the City of El Campo offices will be closed on Wednesday December 20th from 1 to 5 PM. It’s hardworking team will be celebrating Christmas together as a close-knit City family. They apologize for any inconvenience and will be back to regular office hours on Thursday.
On Wednesday in Nebraska, friends and family mourned for Lizabeth Medina. A heartfelt service at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Grand Island drew many to bid farewell. Lizabeth lived in Grand Island until a year ago,when she moved Edna. A GoFundMe page has raised over $20,000 to support her loved ones.
Police clarified details about the death of 16-year-old Lizbeth Medina. She was fatally stabbed in her Edna home on Dec. 5th. Rafael Romero, 23, is charged with her murder. Originally called an “undocumented male,” Romero, from Mexico, had an expired visa, residing in the U.S. since 2018. He confessed to the crime. A break-in occurred … Read more