The Bay City Police Department is looking for Adam J. Saenz Jr., who’s 22 years old. He’s wanted for a serious crime involving a child. Saenz might be in El Campo. The El Campo Police Department is also searching for him. If you see Saenz or have any information, call Detective Morales at 979-245-8500 or … Read more
In Victoria, the Museum of the Coastal Bend hosted its 17th annual spring artisan market on Thursday. Twenty-four vendors gathered at the museum to sell unique, handcrafted goods. The event took place between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and featured one-of-a-kind items from local creators. Visitors could find everything from pottery and jewelry to handmade … Read more
That Mexican OT is gearing up for an electrifying concert at Matagorda County Fairgrounds in Bay City May 11th. With tickets at $40, it’s a night for the whole family, featuring mutton bustin’ and live music. Don’t miss out on this chance to experience his music live and celebrate Bay City’s support. Get your tickets … Read more
El Campo City Council has approved an $8.5 million bond to upgrade local utilities, with the cost offset by a 75-cent increase in water bills. The bond is set to finalize on May 27th. This financial move, supported unanimously by the council, will fund necessary services despite the reluctance to incur debt. The bond repayment … Read more
Last week, the Texas State Attorney General’s Office ruled that Louise ISD must release information they tried to keep secret. Minutes and board member training info were released, but other details were sent for review. Now, the Attorney General insists on their release, despite objections from the school district’s attorneys. The Wharton County Sheriff’s Department … Read more
Wharton Independent School District will soon search for a new superintendent. Dr. Michael O’Guin, the current superintendent, sent an email to WISD staff, announcing his plan to retire at the end of his contract. He expressed gratitude for the past four years and cited recent improvements in the district. O’Guin’s decision comes as the district … Read more
Get ready for the Bay City Big Oak Challenge happening on May 11th at Letulle Park. Check-in starts at 7 AM, with a player meeting at 8:20 AM. The first round tees off at 9 AM, followed by the second round an hour after the last card is turned in. There will be disc golf … Read more
The Victoria County animal shelter has seen a rise in pet surrenders and euthanasia, with 113 animals put down this year tjru April, up from 62 last year. Economic hardships are driving more owners to give up their pets. Despite this, the shelter maintains a 76% survival rate for the animals it takes in. The … Read more
The Palacios City Council has greenlit the Pearl of Palacios development, promising to boost the local economy with new business and job opportunities. The plan includes a 36-acre site with commercial, residential, and tourist spaces, featuring an oyster hatchery and a Veterans Memorial. The project, backed by the Ed Rachal Foundation, will also offer public … Read more
In El Campo, Derrick Hadish, a 39-year-old man, received a 20-year prison sentence after admitting to evading police on two occasions. His run-ins with the law began with stealing cases of beer and culminated in an arrest for a parole violation linked to a past robbery. Hadish had already served nearly a year in prison … Read more