Victoria County Sheriff Justin Marr won his re-election in a landslide. He’s grateful for the trust and plans to keep working hard on public safety. He’s focused on border security issues and tackling crime. He also wants to address mental health challenges in the community.
The Palacios Police Department is offering a 6-week Citizen Police Academy course to help locals understand how they work. It starts on April 2nd, and covers topics like traffic rules and police pursuits. After graduating, you might get to join the Citizen’s on Patrol Program. If you’re interested, apply by March 22nd.
El Campo City Council unanimously agreed to provide more money for tearing down old, unsafe buildings. They’ve already used up their yearly budget of $15,000, but they still have 24 cases left. They’re hoping to get more done with the extra funds. The goal is for property owners to pay for the demolition, but often … Read more
Boling wants to build a new elementary school. They’re asking voters to approve a $40.5 million bond in May. The current school, Newgulf Elementary, is old and needs replacing. If passed, property taxes would increase by about $.50 per $100 of home value. This means the average homeowner’s taxes could go up from $1,500 to … Read more
A 19-year-old named Nathan Perez in Victoria got arrested for serious charges: two counts of using a deadly weapon to hurt someone, firing a gun recklessly, and being part of organized crime. He’s locked up in the Victoria County Jail with no chance of getting out on bond.
Last Saturday, in Wharton County, the Texas DPS cops found 86 pounds of cocaine in a big truck on US 59. Wharton County Sheriff’s K9, ‘Kai,’ sniffed out the drugs hidden in the truck. Big thanks to the cops for keeping our neighborhoods safe from these drugs.
Wharton County is renovating three bridges, and thanks to a new law, the state will cover all costs. Instead, the county will work on another bridge.. The total cost could be around $600,000 to $700,000. The resolution was passed unanimously by the county commissioners.
Harmon Jerome McAllister, the namesake of the now-demolished McAllister Jr. High, was honored with a Texas Historical Marker. The community gathered at the former school site, now Linnie Roberts Elementary, for the unveiling. McAllister, a dedicated educator, taught business administration at Bay City High School after earning his degree in 1933.
The Wharton County Youth Fair is back with a BBQ cook-off this weekend. For the first time, there’s a margarita contest on Friday night. Saturday’s competition includes chili, beans, ribs, chicken, and brisket. Winners get cash prizes, with the top brisket cook winning $2,000. The overall winner gets a Texas-shaped cutting board. Judging starts Saturday … Read more
El Campo’s Downtown Dinner is on March 19th from 5-9 PM at Evans Park. It’s free to enter, but seating is limited. You can bring your own chair. Streets will be closed from 3-10 PM. Enjoy food from B Dotz, Dona Chela’s, EK Funnel Cakes, Karl’s Food Truck, Funnel My Belly and more.