With Election Day approaching on November 5th, Wharton County Elections Administrator Cindy Richter assures voters the county is ready. While Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Bexar County over concerns about unregistered voter outreach, Richter clarifies that Wharton County uses strict processes. Registration forms come from the Department of Public Safety or are handled by … Read more
Victoria College’s new Student Success Center is making steady progress as the school year begins. The ongoing construction, including a three-story expansion, remains unaffected by student traffic. The center will provide essential services like the library, admissions, financial aid, and tutoring in one location. A new road is being paved, but a major pathway is … Read more
Victoria County deputies and the Crossroads HIDTA Task Force seized 110 kilograms of cocaine during a traffic stop on Highway 77. On September 6th, a K9 unit alerted officers to a truck-tractor, leading them to move the vehicle to a secure location. With the help of heavy equipment, authorities discovered 100 bundles of cocaine hidden … Read more
Matagorda County officials are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Francine, which is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Wednesday. With forecasts predicting heavy rainfall and dangerous storm surges along the Texas and Louisiana coasts, local authorities have issued a voluntary evacuation for coastal communities. County Judge Bobby Seiferman emphasized the importance of caution, citing recent … Read more
El Campo ISD Superintendent Bob Callaghan reassured the community about local school safety following a deadly shooting at a Georgia high school. El Campo has made security improvements yearly since ’20, including limited building access, shatter-resistant windows, and emergency buttons for teachers. Callaghan noted that while the campus layout poses security challenges, a balance between … Read more
The Wharton City Council is set to meet tonight to discuss the 2024-’25 budget, with a public hearing for residents to share their thoughts before a final vote on September 23rd. They will also decide on installing LED lighting at Wharton Regional Airport and changes to the city’s retirement benefits. The Monterey Square Business Association … Read more
Wharton now has its own version of Monopoly, featuring local landmarks like Milam Street and the Wharton County Farmers Market. The game is available in limited quantities at big box stores, with more expected before Christmas. El Campo has had a similar version for a couple of years, still available in that area. Monopoly fans … Read more
An 18-year-old Angleton man turned himself in after his girlfriend, a high school junior, was reported missing. The girl, Ava Phillips, left school Tuesday morning, seen on camera getting into a car matching her boyfriend’s. Her belongings, including her phone, were left behind. Phillips reunited with her family Wednesday night after being dropped off at … Read more
The sidewalk renovation project in downtown Wharton is set to begin on schedule despite recent storms. City Secretary Paula Favors confirmed that teams are preparing equipment, with construction under way. Public Works Director Roderick Semien mentioned that although the weather has been unpredictable, they are ready to proceed. The over $355 thousand dollar project, funded … Read more
Ava Phillips, a 17-year-old junior at Angleton High School, was found safe on Wednesday evening, according to police. Phillips had left school Tuesday morning with her boyfriend in his car, sparking concern when she didn’t return after fourth period. Her belongings, including her phone and keys, were left behind. Police haven’t disclosed where she was … Read more