Wharton County commissioners have approved an $8,440 grant application to supplement the aging bulletproof vests of the Wharton County Sheriff’s Department. The department plans to apply for the FY 2023 Bullet Proof Vest Partnership with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, which would cover half the costs of replacing old vests and outfitting new recruits. Bulletproof … Read more
In Wharton County, a detective named Stephen Jimenez recently graduated from the FBI’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The National Academy is known for its advanced training in communication, leadership, and fitness challenges. Graduates like Detective Jimenez, who typically have over 20 years of law enforcement experience, often assume executive positions in their respective agencies. … Read more
The Sealy Tigers are searching for a new athletic director and head football coach after Shane Mobley resigned. Mobley led the team for six seasons. Sealy is closely connected to both El Campo and Wharton. While Sealy is in Wharton’s football district, El Campo was previously in Sealy’s football district. El Campo had a 2-1 … Read more
Local shoppers are playing a vital role in supporting Wharton County’s economy amid uncertain times. Officials urge the public to continue spending locally. In a surprising turn of events, the county received a over $577 thousand dollars from the state comptroller’s office, almost double the amount received in June 2022. While high rebates often indicate … Read more
An important reminder from the Bay City Fire Marshal’s Office. Children left in hot cars can experience life-threatening consequences in just 20 minutes. According to experts, kids heat up three-to-five times faster than adults, making them more vulnerable. Symptoms start with dizziness, sweating, agitation, and confusion, progressing to seizures, loss of consciousness, and potentially death. … Read more
The Texas Retired Teachers Association – Wharton County recently met at the Heritage Center in El Campo, and discussed legislative updates, including a one-time stipend and cost of living adjustment. Brenda Dornak was introduced as the newest member. Dixie Waldrop talked about celebrating healthy living and rewarded members with stickers for achieving their goals. Jo … Read more
Federal authorities have outlined a $2.8 million plan to dredge a controversial canal for oil tankers through a Superfund site on the Texas coast. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers presented the plan, which includes testing the bay floor for contaminants and removing them before proceeding with the Matagorda Bay ship channel project. Despite environmental … Read more
In Wharton there are two men that the police are looking for. Jaquan Bell is a person of interest in a case involving evading and unlawful carrying of a weapon. He is also wanted for evading in a motor vehicle in Fort Bend County. Another man, Jlynn Dequan Davis, is wanted for deadly conduct. He … Read more
Two individuals were arrested in Bay City for illegal dumping. The incident occurred at Bay City Farm and Ranch Supply on June 5th. Surveillance footage showed them unloading over 1,000 pounds of construction debris into the business’ dumpster. Christopher Wright was identified through the video, and he helped identify the second suspect, Robert Rodriguez. Both … Read more
Wharton County Junior College has a new scholarship program! It offers free tuition and fees to students studying Licensed Vocational Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, or Human Services. If you live in Matagorda, Wharton, La-vaca, Aransas, Bee, Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Refugio, Victoria, Waller, Needville or others on the list, you might qualify. … Read more