Free Ticket Night

Victoria College is hosting a Free Ticket Night for the Victoria Generals’ baseball game on Thursday. The community is invited to Riverside Stadium for a tailgate party at 5:30 p.m. with free food and fun, followed by the game at 7:05 p.m. against the Seguin River Monsters. Grab your free tickets at various college locations … Read more

Comprehensive Plan Project Website

El Campo residents, your input is needed! The city has launched a new Comprehensive Plan Project Website to guide El Campo’s future for the next 10-20 years. Your feedback on parks, housing, land use, transportation, and economic development is crucial. The City Council and Planning Commission will use your input to make key decisions. Help … Read more

Teacher Arrested

In May, a high school teacher from Nordheim was arrested for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student.. The 23-year-old history teacher, Jacob Catron, faced a felony charge and was released on bond. The incident’s details are unclear, but the school acted swiftly to ensure student safety and contacted authorities. Catron’s lawyer emphasizes his … Read more

Superintendent Search

Louise ISD is on the hunt for a new superintendent, and they’re asking for your help. A survey on their website lets you weigh in on what qualities you want in a leader. Meanwhile, interim superintendent Brett Springston will update the board on various topics, including a new online training platform and budget matters at … Read more

Miss Texas Teen USA

Rhylee Trotter, a Bay City High School student, is set to shine at the Miss Texas Teen USA pageant, aiming for a spot in Miss Teen USA. Competing on June 23rd in Houston, she’ll be judged on her personality and poise among 56 hopefuls. Active in cheerleading and soccer, Rhylee plans to become a nurse … Read more

Felony Criminal Mischief

In El Campo, two men were charged with felony criminal mischief after they allegedly destroyed over $40,000 worth of motorcycles at a local Mexican restaurant. The incident followed an earlier dispute with the bike owners. The accused, Pedro Cura-Hernandez and Omar Reyes, could face two years in jail and a $10,000 fine.

Illegal Weapon Seized

A former U.S. Marine was arrested in Bay City on Wednesday after police intercepted a package containing an illegal weapon part. Dustin Fehmel, 36, was taken into custody at his home around 12:14 p.m. The package, which could convert a semi-automatic gun to fully automatic, was flagged by Homeland Security. Fehmel is now in jail … Read more

Investigation Closed

The Wharton County Sheriff’s Department has closed its investigation into a suspected violation of Open Meetings Law by Louise ISD without any arrests. The issue centers on whether the trustees illegally decided to terminate Superintendent Garth Olivier without a proper meeting. Records show no official vote occurred before informing Olivier of his termination on February … Read more

Tropical Cyclone Forming

The National Hurricane Center reports a 50% chance of a tropical cyclone forming in the Bay of Campeche early this week. This system could move slowly west or west-northwest, bringing more rain and storms to Southeast Texas, especially the coast. Expect higher seas, tides, and rip currents along the Upper Texas coast. Stay updated for … Read more

No New Restrooms

El Campo’s City Council has decided not to update the old bathrooms at Friendship Park right now. They voted against it because they want to talk about big spending during the budget discussions in the summer. The city has money saved up, but some council members think they should wait and plan better before spending … Read more