Matagorda County Commissioners approved tax breaks for Lyondell Bassell’s solar projects with Industrial Sun. CEO Wade Gungoll says it’ll save money and boost sustainability. The projects will bring a $1.6 million benefit in the first three years, according to Mike Ferdinand, Matagorda County Economic Development Director.
A man from Palacios led police on a high-speed chase near El Campo, reaching 140 mph before a tire blew out. The driver, Matthew Ray Guevara, was arrested for evading arrest. Despite a strong marijuana odor, none was found. No one was hurt, and no other drivers reported issues. Guevara was released on a $10,000 … Read more
El Campo City Hall will be closed for Christmas on December 25th and 26th reopening on December 27th. Texas Disposal Systems won’t collect waste on Christmas Day. Collections will be a day late: Monday’s pickup will be on Tuesday, and Tuesday’s on Wednesday. Remember to put your cart out by 6 AM.
Bay City Police Sgt. James Philp recently spotted smoke from the old Masonic Lodge in Bay City while on patrol. The fire department put out several fires inside the vacant building in 30 minutes. No one was hurt, but the damage is around $5,000. The fire marshal suspects arson and is investigating. Contact the Bay … Read more
Victoria County is planning to build a mental health facility and is open to land offers for the project. The ideal location will have water and sewage access and be 12 to 20 acres. The facility will serve Victoria and nearby counties, with up to 60 beds. Land proposals can be submitted to Judge Ben … Read more
The Dairy Queen at 2921 7th St in Bay City is getting a major makeover next year. The renovation will make the restaurant bigger and brighter, add a second drive-thru, and update the kitchen and dining room. Employees will work at nearby stores during this time. The revamped Dairy Queen, part of a statewide remodeling … Read more
Escaped inmate Robert Yancy Jr., serving a life sentence for child abuse, was captured Monday in Matagorda County. Two others, including his mother, were arrested in Victoria for aiding his escape.She gave him a black sweater during a visit, and they walked out together. Yancy used someone else’s driver’s license to bypass the exit check. … Read more
The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the owner of three brown and white donkeys. These donkeys were found wandering near County Road 122 and 124 in Lane City area. If you have any information, please reach out to Deputy Jeff Fiala at 979-532-1550
Bay City Police Department shared on social media that the Tender Years Enrichment Center gave them around ten bikes. Without hesitation, the police then passed on the bikes to The Crisis Center. Thanks to all who made this possible.
Riverside Park’s duck pond in Victoria is back open! Closed in 2018 due to damage, it now has cool upgrades like LED-lit fountains, seating, a fishing pier, and a gazebo with a waterfall. The changes also tackle erosion issues. Parks & Rec, teaming up with Texas Parks and Wildlife, is stocking the pond with fish, … Read more