Residents of Boling recently gathered to learn about a $40.5 million bond aimed at replacing the outdated Newgulf Elementary School. This bond, the first since 1972, is a response to tax rate reductions over the years, which have affected school funding. If passed, the bond would increase the tax rate. However, seniors with homestead exemptions … Read more
Over a dozen Bay City athletes are moving forward in the 2024 track and field season after their recent competition. The event saw the top four in each category qualify for the regional meet at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The Bay City girls, known as the Ladycats, placed eighth, and the boys, called the Blackcats, came … Read more
In Victoria, a 46-year-old man got arrested by Victoria County deputies. They accuse Timothy Juarez of making and selling drugs. Now, he’s in Victoria County Jail, needing $100,000 to get out.
Osvaldo Ledezma, a senior from Victoria West High School, grabbed first place in the computer science competition at the 27th annual Math & Robotics Awareness Day at the University of Houston-Victoria. He was inspired by his second-place win in math last year. Ledezma didn’t expect to win but credits constant practice, avoiding overthinking, and managing … Read more
The Bay City Fire Marshall has shared some important tips on social media to prevent fires in home garages, which can be more dangerous than other house fires. To keep your garage safe, store flammable items like oil and paint in a separate shed, keep combustibles on shelves away from appliances, and only plug one … Read more
A young man from Port Lavaca, aged 20, lost his life in a late-night crash over the weekend, involving his motorcycle and a white sedan at the intersection of N Navarro and Glascow. The motorcycle caught fire, and despite emergency services’ efforts to revive him, he did not survive.
In Wharton, the city council didn’t approve a request for two big billboards by a Houston ad company. The company wanted signs bigger than the city rules allow. The planning commission said no, worrying about the effect on local shops. The company argued that other big signs were allowed, but the council didn’t vote on … Read more
In El Campo, a trailer park with 23 RVs might shut down due to ongoing rule-breaking. Only one RV follows the city’s rules. The city’s planning head called the park a big eyesore, especially at the city’s entrance. There’s a public meeting where people can talk for or against closing the park. The planning group … Read more
Corporal Jose Soto of Bay City Police acted swiftly to save a baby’s life, earning him a lifesaving award. Back on February 1st, when baby Emery stopped breathing, Soto met the family en route to the hospital and performed CPR. His calm actions under pressure ensured the baby reached the hospital safely. The incident highlighted … Read more
South Wharton Street in El Campo is set to open today after a costly sewer repair. The street was shut down for nearly three months due to a collapsed sewer line from a storm. The city is now looking at a $4.6 million bill to fix the aging infrastructure, which could lead to higher utility … Read more