Road Closed Due to Fire

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A fire broke out near LaWard on Monday morning, causing heavy smoke that led to the closure of State Highway 172. The road was closed for a while, but both lanes were reopened after the fire was extinguished.

Teenager Arrested for Assault

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A 15-year-old student at Wharton High School got arrested for hurting another student. This happened on Friday when he attacked the student, and it was recorded by others. The victim had a broken clavicle but is not paralyzed. The teenager faces a felony battery charge.

Shooting in Fort Bend

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A man was killed, and a woman was hospitalized after a shooting in Fort Bend County on Sunday evening. The incident occurred around 7:20 p.m. in the 8800 block of FM 1464. Authorities suspect it was a targeted attack. The investigation is still in progress, with limited information available.

Crime Tip needed for Stolen Toolbox

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Victoria Crime Stoppers needs your help! On October 10th around 9:30 am, a toolbox was stolen from a car at 8000 N Navarro. The suspect is a white male with a goatee, wearing a blue hoodie, gray shorts, and a red and black cap, who drove off in a white SUV. If you have any … Read more

Drug bust and house fire in Victoria

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20-year-old Gage Scott Mills got arrested by Victoria Police on Sunday morning. He’s facing charges for stealing a gun and having two drug possessions. Mills is now in the Victoria County Jail, with a $50,000 bond. Also in Victoria, a house on Meadowlark Street caught fire and was destroyed. The Victoria Fire Department responded to … Read more

Drug Take Back Program

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This week over 386 pounds of prescription drugs were handed over to the DEA through the Drug Take Back Program. You can drop off your unwanted meds or illegal drugs, no questions asked, at the Bay City PD’s office at 2201 Ave H, any time, seven days a week. Please don’t put needles or liquids … Read more

Restaurant partners with Tenaris

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Tenaris steel mill in Bay City now has Fat Grass Restaurant serving fresh, high-quality meals from Monday thru Friday. Shawn Watkins, the owner, and chef, is excited about the partnership. This collaboration with local businesses fits Tenaris’ vision of building sustainable communities. The partnership with Fat Grass, known for its local flavors, began on Monday … Read more

Spring 2024 VC Registration

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Registration for Victoria College’s spring 2024 classes started Monday, going through March 8th. It includes degree, certificate, or transfer programs. You can sign up online or meet with an advisor at VictoriaCollege.edu/Advising. Financial aid and scholarships are also available.

Halloween Safety Tips

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It’s Halloween and cops urge safety as kids hunt for candy. Drivers should go slow and be extra careful due to the dark. Kids use flashlights and wear something reflective. Check costumes for fire hazards. Don’t enter strangers’ homes for treats. Watch out for cars, animals, and stick to well-lit houses for candy. Be cautious … Read more

Residency Dispute Resolved

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The Wharton School Board resolved allegations about one member’s address during a special meeting. Accusations claimed a trustee, Ann Witt, faked her address to run for the board. Evidence showed she had a tax exemption for a Houston address. Witt and several others argued she lives in Wharton as required. The board decided there isn’t … Read more