A new gas station and convenience store planned for East Jackson will bring more than fuel — it’s improving local fire safety. The El Campo City Council voted to extend a six-inch water line and install a fire hydrant near North Wharton. The city will spend about $32,000 on the project, with developers reimbursing most … Read more
An El Campo woman has been sentenced for helping her son hide stolen altar items from St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church. Sixty-one-year-old Sandra Rivera Hedges pleaded guilty to tampering with evidence and received one year of deferred probation, 20 hours of community service, a $200 fine, and $5,000 restitution to the church. Police say she … Read more
Downtown Wharton will come alive Saturday as about 2,000 people gather for the 17th Annual Monterey Square Wine and Arts Fair. The event kicks off at 4 p.m. with wine tastings from Texas wineries, live music by Wharton’s Robert Cline Jr. and Boling’s Bubba Westly, and plenty of local food options. Families can also enjoy … Read more
Victoria County deputies have identified the woman killed Friday on Minatre Road as 47-year-old Charminy Lewis of Plano. The suspect, 41-year-old Seng Savin, was arrested that evening near Houston Highway and FM 1686. Authorities say Savin, originally from Cambodia and in the U.S. illegally, was also wanted in a Los Angeles murder case. He’s charged … Read more
A Brazoria County community is in shock after deputies say a mother shot her four children early last Friday morning, killing two of them. Investigators identified 31-year-old Oninda Romelus as the suspect, now charged with two counts of murder and two counts of aggravated assault. Deputies found the children inside a vehicle near Rosharon just … Read more
Nonresidents will now pay $20 a year to use the Bay City Public Library. The new policy took effect October 1st and replaces the former limited-access card for those living outside Matagorda County. The change gives nonresidents full borrowing rights, access to digital materials, and entry to library programs. County residents will still receive free … Read more
El Campo’s newest mural now brightens Friendship Park on North Wharton Street, showcasing big Texas pride. Created by El Campo Middle School art teacher Pam Clapp, the mural features a Texas flag and postcard-style welcome design. It’s part of a Keep El Campo Beautiful project, with more murals planned to highlight local history, farming, and … Read more
Wharton’s offense cooled off Friday after a recent 36-point performance, falling 36-6 to the La Marque Cougars in their lowest-scoring game this season. Despite the loss, Wharton’s defense kept fighting, led by Anthony Hatchett with 1.5 sacks and Raelon Thompson with 16 tackles and a forced fumble. La Marque’s Cory Hosea ran wild with 267 … Read more
Riverside Park in Bay City will be the center of fall fun this month as the Parks and Recreation Department rolls out a lineup of community events. The season kicked off Saturday with “Go Wild with the Riverside Rangers,” featuring pumpkin painting and outdoor activities. Later in the month, families can enjoy Campfire Stories with … Read more
Dozens of residents and local officials walked down Fulton Street in Wharton last Wednesday for The Crisis Center’s annual “Walk A Mile In Their Shoes,” marking Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This year’s event carried a more personal tone, with signs showing the faces of victims, including 32-year-old Kristen Chavez, killed by her husband in March. … Read more