In Palacios, a video showing Police Chief Tobie Bias handling a suspect has sparked an investigation. The clip shows Bias, off-duty, subduing a handcuffed individual with a burning vehicle nearby. Bias stated the incident involved a stolen vehicle and the suspect, a minor, has been released to a guardian. The case is under review by … Read more
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the search for Benedicto Jaramillo and his son Angel, missing off Magnolia Beach in Port Lavaca since Saturday. The search, which began after their boat was reported overdue, covered 77 square miles. Despite the Coast Guard’s decision, local nonprofit Hunter Hadley’s Quest continues to search. The father and son … Read more
The Victoria Bach Festival will take place this week, running through June 8 offering a week full of concerts for everyone to enjoy. For 49 years, it has celebrated musicians from Victoria and beyond, featuring works by composers from various periods. Executive Director Buck Moore highlighted that the festival now showcases more than just Bach.
A recent windstorm in East Bernard damaged the visitor stands at Veterans Memorial Stadium, mangling the aluminum bleachers. The stands will need replacement before football season. Despite the damage, other structures, including the cement slab, grass field, fencing, and fieldhouses, were unharmed. The damaged stands were part of recent upgrades completed less than two years … Read more
In Victoria, a charity named OnRamp Coastal Bend gave a free car to Leti Alvarado, a hardworker juggling three jobs. This act of kindness is part of their mission to support self-sufficiency by providing reliable transportation and maintenance. Leti, who had faced hardship when her car broke down, was nominated for this gift by her … Read more
James Russell, the president of El Campo ISD’s board, is stepping down to allow the district to hire his niece as a teacher, adhering to state nepotism laws. The board will soon appoint a new president and fill Russell’s vacancy. Russell, who has been a key figure since 2009, is making way for Karsyn Russell, … Read more
In Texas’ House District 30, voters chose A.J. Louderback as their Republican candidate, favoring him over Jeff Bauknight to replace the retiring Rep. Geanie Morrison. Louderback, a former sheriff, won the majority vote in several counties. Despite low voter turnout, his victory sets up a November election against Democrat Stephanie Bassham.
In El Campo, the city council voted 4-1 to stop funding the local Chamber of Commerce, affecting $12,500 meant for tourism promotion. This follows turmoil within the chamber, including the sudden exit of its leader and theft allegations. The chamber showed proper use of current funds, but past spending details remain undisclosed. The funding cut … Read more
Wharton County is mourning the loss of former Sheriff Rudolph “Rudy” Machala. With a remarkable 47-year career in law enforcement, Rudy led the county’s sheriff’s office from 1980 to ’92 and was a dedicated Texas DPS Trooper before that. Known for guiding new officers, Rudy’s leadership and commitment were evident. His legacy will be honored … Read more
In Texas, over 5 million people, about one in six, live or work where flooding is a threat. A new flood plan aims to protect them by suggesting ways to make Texas safer from floods and sea level rise. This plan is required by a law passed after Hurricane Harvey in 2019. Nearly 1.3 million … Read more