Law enforcement in Wharton County is stepping up efforts to tackle the rising drug crisis by focusing on local schools. The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office attended a specialized fentanyl and overdose prevention training at Wharton ISD, addressing the importance of preparedness even in rural areas. Meanwhile, Bay City police officers seized a large amount of … Read more
The Victoria Main Street Program is seeking local sponsors to enhance downtown with personalized plaques on benches, lampposts, and planters. Launched during “The City of Roses Celebration” on September 4th, the program offers limited sponsorships, with heritage benches planned for City Hall and others spread across downtown. Funds raised will support future public art projects. … Read more
Bay City Police and the local library are teaming up for National Night Out in October, offering residents a fun and safe way to engage with officers. Starting at 5 p.m. at the Bay City Public Library, the event will feature games, a silly string battle, and visits from Chase of PAW Patrol. It’s a … Read more
In Matagorda, a ceremony honored the local history of the Texas Navy and commissioned new admirals, including County Judge Bobby Seiferman and five others. The event, led by Admiral Beth Fisher, highlighted the key role Matagorda played in 1835 when local men purchased the schooner Liberty, which helped win the Battle of San Jacinto by … Read more
A Victoria woman has been arrested last week after a fatal four-vehicle crash on FM 236, just north of Loop 463. DPS officials report that 35-year-old Brittnie Boyd was speeding southbound when she rear-ended a vehicle being towed. Her car crossed into oncoming traffic, hitting a Chevy Silverado driven by 75-year-old Jose Rodriguez of Victoria. … Read more
Bay City Jr. High is set to bring “Willy Wonka Jr.” to life this November at the Keye Ingram Auditorium. The show opens on Nov. 1st at 6:30 p.m., with additional performances on Nov. 2nd. Directed by Victoria Mitchell, this will be the school’s first musical, featuring 82 students on and off stage. 12-year-old Raya … Read more
In El Campo, a 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after an incident in a middle school classroom where another student placed an upright pencil on a chair, leading to the injury. The injured student was treated at a Houston hospital and released. The student responsible has been charged with assault and referred to juvenile authorities. El … Read more
Wharton County is set to host a new natural gas plant near Hungerford, driven by Houston-based EmberClear. Local officials met with developers and investors, discussing the $750 million project. The plant aims to boost reliable energy, spurred by Texas Energy Fund incentives after Winter Storm Uri. The project is supported by Whitehall Investment Banking and … Read more
The El Campo City Council delayed its tax rate decision due to disagreement over a proposed increase. The council must make a decision by September 30th or default to a no-revenue-increase rate of 44.066 cents per $100 of taxable property. With minimal growth in new homes and businesses, city staff recommended a slight tax hike … Read more
A former El Campo police sergeant, Freddie Douglas, is suing the city for wrongful termination and discrimination. Douglas was fired in December ’23 after being arrested on a rape charge, though a grand jury later declined to indict him. His lawsuit claims the firing was racially motivated, tied to his questioning of how thefts at … Read more