Two people got arrested in two different counties. A woman from Victoria, Jennifer Pesak, was arrested in DeWitt County with six charges, including having a gun illegally. She’s in jail on a $111,000 bond. Also, a man from Houston, Alexis Hernandez, was arrested in Wharton County for Aggravated Robbery. He’s in jail with a $100,000 … Read more
Sergeant Ashley Strelec of Wharton Police Department is attending the 21st Texas Sergeant Academy in Sugar Land. This program, run by the Institute for Law Enforcement Administration, trains new leaders from 21 Texas agencies. The curriculum focuses on leadership, communication, ethics, and accountability. Since its inception in 2017, over 600 officers have graduated.
Texas high school seniors can win a $2,500 scholarship from the Carlson Law Firm. Apply online, share what motivates you in a short video or essay, and provide proof of enrollment. Apply by April 18th, winners announced April 22nd. The scholarship will be sent directly to the school for tuition and related costs.
Victoria Comic Con returned to Victoria Community Center over the weekend, after a four-year hiatus. The event was held in a center that usually hosts formal events or livestock shows. Attendees enjoyed a wall-to-wall pop culture-palooza with full anime cosplay, celebrity guests doing signings and panels, families enjoying various vendors and activities, and more.
On Monday, Wharton County’s Stray Pet Outreach Team hosted a Resolution Dog Adoption event at Tractor Supply in Wharton. Cute pets ready for adoption were vaccinated, treated for pests, and set for spaying/neutering and chipping. The adoption fee was $125 with a $50 co-pay for procedures that would normally cost over $500.
Bay City School District got a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to replace 10 old school buses with new electric ones. This not only includes the cost of the buses but also the charging infrastructure. They’re one of three districts in the state to get this grant. The new buses will be running by … Read more
Grace Point Community Church in El Campo was recently honored as Citizen of the Year by Pierce station highway patrol for their community service. They provided Thanksgiving meals, Christmas gifts, and financial aid to the less fortunate, and much more. Trooper Mark Contreras was named Trooper of the Year for his exceptional service, including saving … Read more
The Bay City Junior Service League is hosting its annual Charity Ball on Saturday, February 3rd. The event is a fundraiser for the League, and all proceeds go to worthy organizations in Matagorda County. The League’s public relations chair, Christina Humphries, expressed gratitude for the support of corporate sponsors. The League is still accepting sponsors.
When a dog attacked his mom, 13-year-old Adin from El Campo knew to call 9-1-1. At the last city council meeting, he received a Young Hero award. His mom, Savana, had been attacked while caring for pets. Adin calmly called for help and directed responders to their location. Despite his mom’s urging, he stayed with … Read more
Gas station footage captured a truck running a red light, slamming into a Ford Mustang, killing the driver, Aaron Lenhart, 23, in Matagorda County. Gabriel Forcado, 20, received a citation for disregarding the red light, but tests showed no alcohol or drugs. Lenhart was obeying signals when the collision occurred.