Today, jury selection begins at the Matagorda County Courthouse for the capital murder trial of Alex Rojas, a Palacios man accused of killing a child. In Texas, capital felony charges carry severe penalties, including the possibility of execution if convicted. Rojas also faces additional charges, such as aggravated sexual assault of a child and burglary. … Read more
A convicted drug dealer from El Campo, Lawrence Herald Jr., has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of delivering a controlled substance. The 77-year-old was not present in court to hear the verdict, and the jury was informed that he had not appeared. There’s no requirement for the defendant to be … Read more
A truck driver was arrested in Texas after authorities discovered two stolen pickup trucks in their trailer. The incident occurred during a traffic stop on July 29th in Fort Bend County. The stolen vehicles, both brand new models, were found by a DPS trooper certified in commercial vehicle enforcement. The driver, whose name wasn’t disclosed, … Read more
In a tragic case, a 36-year-old mother from Sugar Land, Khierra Sada Walker, will spend 50 years in prison for the death of her 12-year-old daughter. Walker was sentenced after pleading guilty to injury to a child by omission causing serious bodily injury. The authorities were alerted when they found the non-responsive 12-year-old girl with … Read more
According to a recent study by the March Of Dimes, approximately one in ten women who gave birth last year lived more than 30 minutes away from a birthing hospital. More than a third of U.S. counties are classified as “maternity care deserts,” with rural areas being the most affected. Eight counties in Texas, such … Read more
Victoria residents will enjoy lower property tax rates as the city’s new budget for 2024 was presented by the City Manager at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Sales tax revenue increase of $840,000 is expected, leading to the reduction in property tax rates by 13%. The city plans to repair 112 miles of streets over five … Read more
An Eagle Lake man, Deleon Deshawn Perkins, is back in Wharton County Jail for allegedly causing a fatal accident while driving drunk. This incident occurred two years ago. Perkins was reportedly drunk when he ignored a stop sign and collided with another vehicle, an Acura, at the intersection of East Caney and North East Avenue. … Read more
Two lives were lost in a tragic fire in Boling on Sunday night. The Boling Volunteer Fire Department responded to the call at 11:22 p.m., finding the house fully engulfed. Wharton VFD and Hungerford VFD were called for assistance. Twenty-six firefighters battled the blaze for an hour and a half to gain control. Afterward, two … Read more
The Northside Education Center is revamping its auditorium to become a versatile space for meetings and seminars without competing with other venues. The renovation is estimated to cost $1.6 million, with $500,000 already collected through local fundraising. The goal is to complete the work by next year. Renovations have been planned since the early 2000s. … Read more
Good news for El Campo residents! Water and sewer rates may not increase, but there might be a tax rate and other fee hikes. The budget planning is on hold until Wharton County Central Appraisal District corrects property evaluations. The Utility Fund has enough to avoid sewage increases. Garbage fees tied to Texas Disposal Systems’ … Read more