Texas’ coastal reserve, Mission-Aransas, is known for its unique discoveries. Research teams find weird items like barnacle-covered baby dolls that go viral and catch the attention of celebrities. Led by Jace Tunnell, the reserve’s surveyors search for stranded sea turtles, endangered species, and marine debris that washes up on the shore. Over 500 tons of … Read more
Fort Bend County is hosting the second annual AAPI Festival. The free event celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander culture with food, performances, and more. It will take place at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds on Saturday. The festival aims to unite the community through dance, art, and education. Local vendors will offer Asian cuisine, … Read more
Wharton residents face challenges accessing healthcare as the only hospital closed in 2016. Loretta Jackson, a 71-year-old resident, expresses her concerns about traveling 60 miles to Houston for medical treatment. The closure left many with limited options and daunting distances to travel for essential care. To address the issue, OakBend Medical Center opened a facility … Read more
Chuck Young took oath as Victoria’s new police chief, pledging to enhance the department with technology and advancements. The ceremony at Victoria Community Center was attended by officials, law enforcement, and loved ones. Young, a law enforcement veteran of 40 years, was promoted from deputy chief on May 1st. He aims to lead the police … Read more
Controversy erupted at the Bay City Council meeting last night when local resident – and our owner – David Rowell challenged the Mayor and City Manager on why they’ve done nothing in response to a report they received from their own Mayor Pro Tem, last year, advocating establishing a rail quiet zone in Bay City. … Read more
The chairman of the Victoria County Central Appraisal District board is set to step down, confirmed Chief Appraiser Keri Wickliffe on Tuesday. Lou Svetlik’s resignation may be accepted after a discussion among board members, and they will convene today at 4 p.m. In an April meeting, Svetlik was the sole dissenting vote against initiating a … Read more
Three individuals are facing charges after deputies made a vehicle stop on Wharton’s Richmond Road last Friday evening. The driver, Chad Barnard, and both passengers were found to have outstanding warrants. In addition, two bags of synthetic marijuana were discovered in the vehicle. Barnard was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and had misdemeanor … Read more
At Fun Town RV in Wharton, a gas stove left on in a travel trailer led to an accident injuring three people on Sunday. The flash explosion prompted a swift response from the Wharton Fire Department, EMS, police, and Sheriff’s Office. It appears to be human error, possibly someone accidentally igniting the stove. Three individuals, … Read more
In El Campo something fishy went down on Saturday at around 4:25 AM. Video surveillance caught some sneaky characters swiping a 2013 Honda ATV from a property owner in the 2000 Block of FM 2674. There’s this one guy in the footage, but it seems he may be in cahoots with two or three others. … Read more
Kendleton Mayor Darryl Humphrey has been using taxpayer money to wash his cars in Rosenberg. Credit card statements show that he spent over $2,000 at Bluewave Car Wash over the past three years. The car wash charges $19.95 for smaller vehicles and $29.95 for larger ones, and Humphrey’s card was charged once a month or … Read more