In El Campo, a large piece of land by the highway got approval to switch from industrial to commercial use. No one spoke against it at the council meeting. The city wants to use it for big commercial projects. Some council members disagreed, saying it limits industrial growth. The City Development Corporation believes it won’t … Read more
Nine students from Bay City High School have recently committed to continue their sports careers in college. They’ve signed letters of intent for sports like volleyball, football, baseball, soccer, and dance at various universities across the country. Congrats to the student athletes.
Wharton’s police cars might get new cameras soon. The city council is voting tonight at 7 to apply for a grant to replace the old ones. The new cameras are better and will help keep officers safe. They’re also discussing permits for growing hay, a request to place a travel trailer, and the use of … Read more
Tomorrow there’s a big job fair at the Wharton Civic Center from 9 a.m. to noon. Lots of employers will be there, interviewing on the spot. So, come early, bring your resume, and dress to impress. They’re hiring for all sorts of jobs, from retail to welding, even clerks and correction officers. Both skilled and … Read more
El Campo City Council is meeting tonight at 6 to discuss two proposed low-income senior housing projects and a sidewalk program. If funded, the city will waive a $250 building permit fee. The council will also consider adding two new staff positions and updating the city’s social media policy. The meeting is open to the … Read more
Bay City cop Marino Chavez got promoted to sergeant after nine years on the force. He’s been a SWAT team member, field training officer, and corporal. He’s a local guy, with a degree in criminal justice and lots of leadership training. He’s excited about his new role and is committed to serving his community and … Read more
Ashley Olguin, a 25-year-old from El Campo, is back in jail. She’s accused of causing a drunk driving accident in April 2023 that killed one of her kids and injured two others. She was out on bond but got arrested again for public intoxication. Now, she’s held on $1.3 million bond and could face 20 … Read more
In Bay City, Anthony Perry, 50, received two life sentences after District Attorney Steven Reis argued he shouldn’t have the freedom to walk among the citizens of Matagorda County. The jury, composed of 7 women and 5 men, agreed. Perry’s ex-wife, Onatha Banks, testified that Perry had threatened her with a 9mm handgun on October … Read more
A grand jury in Jackson County charged Rafael Govea Romero, 23, in the country illegally, with capital murder. He allegedly killed 16-year-old Lizbeth Medina during an attempted burglary, robbery, or sexual assault. The evidence suggests he may have also tried to sexually assault her. Lizbeth’s mother seeks justice for her daughter. The investigation continues, including … Read more
The Victoria city council has given the green light to issue $59 million in bonds for street repairs and a new public safety building. This money, raised from the city’s debt service tax rate, will fund projects like the reconstruction of Vine Street, Bon Aire Street, and Vista Del Sol. The council has capped the … Read more