A grass fire in Sargent burned through 60 acres of ranch land on County Road 283. An elderly Alvin man had a medical emergency and while turning his vehicle around, he got stuck. The heat from his vehicle’s exhaust caught the field on fire. The man was transported to Matagorda Regional Medical Center for treatment. … Read more
Early voting for the state Constitutional amendments starts on today. There are 14 propositions for the registered voters in Texas to consider, including a tax savings for homeowners, protections for Texas growers, a possible raise in retired teachers pay, and a proposal to create a $5 billion fund to expand high-speed internet throughout the state. … Read more
The El Campo Police Department is excited to announce that Shop with a Cop is back! The event is scheduled for December 12th at the El Campo Wal-Mart from 6pm to 8pm. If you’re interested in participating, you can find a link on the PD’s social media page or pick it up in person at … Read more
In Fort Bend County, there’s a push to prevent a new elementary school from being built on potential unmarked graves. The school is planned for a rapidly growing area, but the land has a dark history. It was once a farm that used prisoners for labor post-slavery, and hundreds died there. Jay Jenkins, from the … Read more
Tickets are now available for the Endless Highway Concert & Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 4th from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Harry Hafernick Recreation Center in Edna. The event features live southern gospel and bluegrass music from Endless Highway, along with a meal catered by Mike Pozzi Catering. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased online … Read more
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