The Wharton City levee project, aimed at protecting the city from floods, began construction last week after a 25-year wait. The project was initiated following a devastating flood in 1998. The levee will be built upstream of Dinosaur Park to guard against rising water levels in the Colorado River, Peach Creek, and Caney Creek.
Folks in Matagorda County will gather to honor fallen military members. This year, the National Wreaths Across America campaign will place wreaths on graves in over 4,100 locations nationwide, including several in our county. On December 16th at 11 a.m., ceremonies will be held at cemeteries in Bay City, Van Vleck, Palacios, Matagorda, Midfield, and … Read more
Catch the festive vibe at Sivells Elementary School in Wharton! Join the Kindergarten Music Program on December 11th at 1:15 p.m. in the school gym. Embrace the holiday cheer, wear your Christmas best, and back the students and teachers for an incredible show!
Wharton City Council has approved a lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. This decision is expected to save the city a significant amount of money in the coming years. The deal includes leasing a Ford Escape for Code Enforcement, two Dodge Ram pickup trucks for Public Works, and a Ford Expedition and two Chevrolet Tahoes … Read more
In El Campo, the Mechanic Street water line is getting an upgrade, set to finish by year-end. Expect some minor service disruptions. They’re replacing a nearly 100-year-old line under the road from Fifth to Franke streets. The new line on the west side will double capacity, replacing the old patched-up one. The new service lines … Read more
Wharton County is getting a new mobile app for emergency alerts, thanks to a unanimous vote by the county commissioners. The app will provide detailed information about potential hazards and emergencies, such as chemical spills, train derailments, and flooded roadways. This is an upgrade from the current system, aimed at improving public communication and response … Read more
Citizens Medical Center’s board members approved a rolling three-year contract for CEO Mike Olson. The board chair says Mr. Olson is doing a very good job and exceeded meeting expectations in every category. Olson was selected as CEO for Citizens in 2015 and oversees all functions of the hospital with more than 1,200 employees and … Read more
Wharton City expanded by approving the Wharton 55 group’s request to add 51.421 acres near Wharton Lakes. The City Council okayed the annexation at the intersection of S. Alabama Rd and E. Milam. Homes in the new Wharton Lakes neighborhood may start at $275,000, but prices could fluctuate with the market. The decision came after … Read more
This weekend, the 36th Annual Christmas Mall at El Campo Civic Center offers a variety of gifts from fishing lures to outdoor art. With over 80 vendors, you’ll find handmade goods and holiday apparel. Open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Don’t miss out on the festive … Read more
A 16-year-old girl named Hailey Bustamante from El Campo, who had been missing for over a week, was found safe. She had left home voluntarily and was initially considered a runaway. The police were concerned because she needed medication. She didn’t have a cell phone but had her prescription. No Amber Alert was issued as … Read more