The City of El Campo announced that candidate packets for the ’25 General Election are now available for pickup at City Hall or online. Four District Council Member positions are up for grabs, with candidates required to live in the district they aim to represent. The elected members will serve from May ’25 to May … Read more
On January 15th, El Campo will host the annual Western Rice Belt Production Conference. The event, free and open to all, kicks off at 8 a.m. at the El Campo Civic Center, with registration and refreshments starting at 7:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “The Sweeter Side of Rice.” Participants can earn two Texas Department … Read more
Bay City welcomed its first baby of 2025 when Tammi Salinas gave birth to Prince Angel Orta at Matagorda Regional Medical Center after 22 hours of labor. Delivered via cesarean section, Prince arrived at 4:51 a.m., weighing 5 pounds, 14 ounces, and measuring 18.5 inches. Proud parents Tammi and Renee Alberto Orta celebrated their New … Read more
Victoria Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker delivered a local spotlight with two Edna residents taking center stage. Charlotte Watkins starred as Clara, fulfilling a dream she’s had since she began dancing at age two. Meanwhile, 12-year-old homeschooler Andrew Tinsley brought energy to the role of Fritz, a part he says offered more dancing and excitement than … Read more
Newly-elected Precinct 6 Constable Bill Orton says he can’t start his job because he doesn’t have access to patrol vehicles, a Polaris, or a boat. The equipment is locked in the Precinct 2 County Barn while Commissioner Mike Estlinbaum is on vacation until Monday. Orton said he contacted HR in December about the transfer, but … Read more
Valerie Callaway, a lifelong Edna resident, is now the City of Edna’s Finance Director. With years of experience at Farquhar Financial Services and Victoria Electric Co-Op, she brings strong financial expertise to the role. Known for founding Jackson County Relay for Life and serving on the Youth Fair Board, Callaway has deep ties to the … Read more
The El Campo Elks Lodge is hosting its annual Hoop Shoot for kids aged 8 to 13 on January 11th at Ricebird Gym. Young hoopers from Wharton County and nearby areas can join this free event starting at 8:30 a.m. The competition will test free throw skills, with winners advancing to district, state, regional, and … Read more
Bay City’s Russell family couldn’t believe it when America’s Funniest Home Videos picked their clip. At a birthday party in March, twin sisters Crawford and Ellison were about to blow out their candles when sibling Monroe got too close. Crawford’s hilarious “It’s not your birthday!” shout, captured on video, won national attention. Jessica Russell submitted … Read more
El Campo will enhance its resilience with a $1 million federal grant, covering 90% of the cost to install permanent generators. The funding, awarded due to severe weather and power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl in July, will equip water plants on Wilson Street, Kentucky Avenue, and Avenue F. This move ensures essential utilities continue … Read more
El Campo is rolling out a beautification initiative aimed at improving local businesses. Through a new grant program, stores along Jackson, Mechanic, West Loop, and Wharton streets can get up to $500 or 50% of their project costs for updates like murals, landscaping, or exterior paint. The city hopes these small-scale upgrades, which address existing … Read more