Victoria City Council members discussed the results of a study conducted by The Sports Facilities Companies of Clearwater, Florida. The study recommends adding artificial turf and improving recreational fields at Riverside Park to make the city more attractive for sports tourism, bring more money into the local economy, and improve the overall experience for the … Read more
El Campo Civic Center is hosting a safe, fun-filled Halloween night for kids. They’re setting up 20 booths for trick-or-treating, with more volunteers needed. The event is free and open to all costumed kids. They expect around 1,000 kids. Keep candy in original packaging, no homemade treats. Prizes will be given for the best-decorated booths. … Read more
Matagorda County Commissioners delayed extra income for jailers until January, waiting for Senate Bill 22 funds. This bill, a priority for Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, allocates $350 million for rural law enforcement agencies in Texas, addressing pay, staffing, and equipment needs. Despite concerns from various departments, County Judge Bobby Seiferman supported providing raises for jailers, … Read more
Today everyone is urged to wear purple in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It’s part of the Crisis Center’s awareness effort in Matagorda and Wharton Counties. Go Purple Day is a simple way to remember those affected by domestic violence, both adults and children. The Crisis Center provides confidential and free help to victims … Read more
The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the mysterious death of a Wharton man in a deliberately set vehicle fire on CR 142 Monday afternoon. Sheriff Shannon Srubar stated it’s too early to determine the cause, and Basir Shanhani’s body has been sent for an autopsy at the Fort Bend County Medical Examiner’s Office. The … Read more
In Victoria, a 25-year-old man named Diego Trinidad Serna was apprehended by the Victoria County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday. Authorities suspect him of kidnapping and have also charged him with burglary of habitation with the intent to commit another felony, along with engaging in organized criminal activity. His arrest took place at approximately 10:23 a.m., … Read more
Just weeks into his prison term, an El Campo fentanyl dealer, Lawrence Herald Jr., has already appealed his life sentence, seeking a fresh trial. Last August, a Wharton County jury convicted the 77-year-old of a first-degree felony, Delivery of a Controlled Substance. However, District Attorney Dawn Allison believes Herald’s chances of winning the appeal are … Read more
The Bay City Fire Marshal’s Office wants to remind all residents to keep their lawns in check due to increased rainfall. They’ve got code officers making sure everyone follows the rules. Bay City ordinance says your grass can’t be taller than 12 inches up to the curb, including ditches and along the road. So, be … Read more
The City of El Campo’s Fall Sweep event at Rotary Park on Saturday had an amazing turnout! 103 vehicles joined in. They collected and hauled away 480 waste tires, 3 trash trucks, 6 roll-offs, and 1 metal/appliance trailer load. In total, they removed 840 cubic yards of heavy trash & debris. Plus, the crew enjoyed … Read more
Victoria City Council is set to approve an amendment today for a sports complex study. They previously greenlit a $49,500 deal with Sports Facilities Companies back in November. Now, they need extra funds, $4,200 dollars, to talk to stakeholders and present at the council meeting. So, the total contract amount is going up to almost … Read more