In Wharton County, the early voting for a college board seat wrapped up. Mary Ellen Meyer, who’s already on the board, is up against Jay Roussel for the final spot. So far, 341 votes have been cast. Saturday you can vote from morning till night at four places: the Wharton Civic Center, Northside Education Center … Read more
Beeville Art Museum is excited to unveil “Stronger Together,” an art show by Tiffany Heng-Hui Lee, from September 7th to December 1st. Lee’s art, rooted in the ancient Chinese Five Elements, uses mixed media to echo nature’s balance and our role in it. The opening reception on September 7th is a chance for everyone to … Read more
In Victoria, Jacob Manck was arrested for attacking a woman with his fists and a machete. The 25-year-old faced multiple charges, including assault and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The incident, which occurred on June 2, led to his arrest after police were alerted to a disturbance. Despite the woman’s injuries, she chose not … Read more
The Blessing E-F-L-M Lions Club in Matagorda County is hosting its 4th Annual Veterans Breakfast this morning at 10, to honor veterans. The Flag Day event will serve a hearty breakfast at St. Peter’s Catholic Church due to renovations at the usual venue. It’s a simple, no-fuss gathering where veterans can enjoy good food and … Read more
The City of El Campo is seeking dedicated volunteers for its Boards and Commissions. This is an opportunity to influence local decisions, address community needs, and gain valuable experience. El Campo residents interested willing to attend monthly meetings should apply by noon, June 19th. Visit the city website for the application. Help shape El Campo’s … Read more
In Matagorda’s Bragg’s Cut, a serious boat crash occurred early Sunday when two boats hit each other on the Colorado River. A 62-year-old man was ejected from his boat, and his passenger suffered multiple injuries, including a broken leg. They were rushed to the hospital, with one needing an airlift for further care. The other … Read more
A fire broke out in an El Campo home on Rice Street Saturday night, causing significant damage but no injuries, thanks to neighbors’ quick actions. The fire, which started in the attic above the garage, was swiftly controlled by firefighters within 38 minutes. The cause is under investigation, and the extent of the damage is … Read more
Bay City’s Fire Marshal Dan Shook successfully raised funds to equip all Matagorda County fire departments with advanced pagers. These pagers, some already in use, provide voice alerts for incidents and allow firefighters to hear ongoing radio communications, a significant upgrade from the previous system. The new devices also record alerts for playback, ensuring no … Read more
Former El Campo High School teacher and coach Audie Bustamante, 60, was released from Wharton County Jail on June 4th after serving 1,216 days. This time fulfilled his three-year prison sentence for exposing himself to an 8-year-old girl. Arrested in January 2021 for continuous sexual abuse of a child, Bustamante had been indicted for crimes … Read more
Lieutenant Christian Hadash from Bay City Police has completed an elite FBI training program in Virginia, alongside 200 other seasoned officers. The 10-week course sharpens leadership and communication skills, preparing them for top roles. Hadash, with a lifelong ambition for this achievement, now brings his advanced training back home.