Bay City is making steady progress on major upgrades across the city’s infrastructure and services. Public Works Assistant Director Krystal Mason updated City Council on new residential permits, ongoing wastewater plant improvements, and water system upgrades. Residential building permits remain strong, with over 200 issued so far this year, while commercial projects like Take 5 … Read more
Bay City Police are warning local businesses about a phone scam targeting employees. Scammers pose as owners or managers, claiming there’s an emergency, then instruct staff to take cash from the register and deposit it into a nearby Bitcoin ATM. The scammers often sound urgent and demand secrecy, making it hard for employees to verify … Read more
In Bay City, police are raising the alarm after a rise in vehicle burglaries during June, mainly linked to cars left unlocked. Authorities stress the importance of locking your vehicle doors and hiding valuables to reduce the risk of theft. The Bay City Police Department’s Detective Division is actively investigating these break-ins and asking the … Read more
Last week a chemical vapor leak at the Celanese plant in Bay City sparked a quick emergency response. Around 3:30 a.m., vinyl acetate vapor was detected from a railcar, but plant safety systems worked well, and no injuries occurred. The affected railcar was continuously cooled with water, even as heavy rain fell, preventing any danger … Read more
The Louise Hornets are starting fresh this football season with new athletic director and head coach Cameron Murrah leading the charge. Murrah brings energy and passion, aiming to inspire the team with his “Energy, Effort, and Passion” motto. At a small school, Murrah hopes to boost participation by encouraging every male athlete to try football, … Read more
After 40 years leading United Ag, Jimmy Roppolo is set to retire June 30 in El Campo. Raised on a cotton farm near Waco, Roppolo was no stranger to hard work or tough times. A lecture at Texas A&M sparked his passion for farm co-ops, driving him to help producers gain economic strength through shared … Read more
Wharton County Junior College honored President Betty McCrohan with a reception on Saturday as she prepared to retire after 24 years of leadership. The event took place in the Hutchins Memorial Conference Room in Wharton and was open to the public. McCrohan, who joined WCJC in 1989 and became president in ’01, expanded the college’s … Read more
Bay City High School’s football program has a rare leader behind the scenes — Cierra Bernard, one of Texas’ few female directors of football operations in high school football. Starting three years ago simply helping film games, Bernard now manages recruiting, media, camps, and team logistics, all while teaching English. Her experience includes college and … Read more
Matagorda County has officially been named the Birding Capital of Texas through ’35, thanks to a resolution backed by local leaders and the Texas Legislature. With over 26,000 acres of protected land and top national rankings in bird counts, the county has earned its reputation. Sites like Big Boggy Refuge and Mad Island Marsh support … Read more
El Campo city leaders are tightening budgets as sales tax revenue drops, aiming to protect key services like police, EMS, and infrastructure. Three new paramedics will be added without raising property taxes. Utility fees may rise to support major projects. While raises aren’t funded yet, they’re still possible. Despite financial pressure, over $35 million in … Read more