At Mr. Gatti’s Pizza on Laurent Street, a fight erupted Friday evening, leading to five people receiving trespass warnings from the Victoria Police. The police were called at 6:10 p.m. Videos revealed it was a mutual combat situation. Though one party had left upon police arrival, no arrests were made, and no injuries were reported. … Read more
In 1991, Sheryl Hall’s life was cut short by a stabbing at Calhoun High School. Her mom, Olivia Johnson of Victoria wants tort laws changed to hold schools accountable for negligence. Despite efforts, laws protect schools from liability. Olivia’s petition seeks justice for victims’ families. She also wants the sealed case regarding her daughter opened.
In the heart of Wharton County, there’s a lost horse wandering about for about a month on Cr 42. The Sheriff’s Office seeks your eagle eyes to reunite this majestic brown beauty with its rightful owner. If you’ve got any leads, ring up Deputy Jeff Fiala at 979-532-1550
A Victoria man faces a 15-count indictment for falsely claiming over $4 million in tax refunds. In 2019, he reported unearned interest income, and the next year, he sought a $3 million refund. He could get up to three years in prison per false tax return count and five years for false claims, with each … Read more
Residents of Fulshear were surprised by a large alligator sighting in a local neighborhood on Sunday. The size of the alligator is unknown, but it appeared quite large. This follows another incident where a 7-foot alligator was captured last week. Authorities advise against approaching alligators and recommend contacting local officials if one is spotted.
Andrew Huwar from Katy received a 14-year prison sentence for burning down a county office after violating his probation. The fire caused over $250,000 in damages. He was caught due to evidence like boot tracks and phone records. The court also revoked his probation for a previous stalking conviction, adding a 10-year sentence.
Folks in Victoria can sign up now for classes at Victoria College for summer and fall. They’ve got traditional courses leading to degrees or transfers to university. Students can use payment plans, apply for financial aid, and check out scholarships. Get all the info on classes, registration, and payments at VictoriaCollege.edu/ClassSchedule
Wharton County Junior College is hosting a jazz concert featuring tunes from the 40s and 50s. It’s happening at the Duson-Hansen Fine Arts building, with two shows on April 9th at 3 and 7 p.m. The event is free, and there’s a special guest who hasn’t played in over 20 years. The band director, Joe … Read more
Bay City is set to revive the old Texas Theatre and its neighbor building, aiming to turn them into a hub with shops, offices, and downtown apartments. The city-owned buildings, empty for eight years, could see new life from a proposal to restore them. The plan would cost about $3.2 million and take18 months. The … Read more
Boling residents will convene at a public meeting Thursday to discuss a $40.5 million bond for a new elementary school. The bond, Proposition A, could increase property taxes by an estimated $1,162.50 annually. The initiative reflects the district’s commitment to modernizing educational facilities, following the recent addition of an early childhood center.