A mother in Victoria is upset after learning that her son was sexually assaulted by a classmate at school—but the school didn’t tell her right away. Instead, she found out from his teacher. The school punished the other student and informed his parents but never contacted her. She says her son told her it happened … Read more
Wharton County leaders are exploring options for jail expansion, though a new facility is still years away. Commissioners approved a $50,000 study to decide whether to add to the existing jail or build a new one. The county’s jail, currently holding 168 inmates, is nearing capacity. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards recommends increasing capacity … Read more
Jackson County Hospital District celebrated the grand opening of its newly renovated cafeteria and dining room recently. The $3.6 million upgrade features a spacious, 3,150-square-foot state-of-the-art kitchen designed to improve food service for patients and visitors. The dining area itself spans 1,100 square feet, offering a modern, comfortable space for guests. What sets the facility … Read more
El Campo High School health sciences teacher Kaydi Kacer is one step away from advancing in the nationwide “America’s Favorite Teacher” contest. As of now, she’s leading her group in the quarterfinals. Kacer has taught since ’18 and sponsors the school’s HOSA Future Healthcare Professionals chapter. If she wins, she’ll receive $25,000, a trip to … Read more
During their March 24th meeting at the Texana Education Center, members of the Jackson County Resources and Services Partnership came together for local school district employees. They packed 18 crates filled with individually packaged snacks, which were then delivered to all the schools, as well as the maintenance, transportation, and administration offices across the three … Read more
An El Campo man, 51-year-old Raymond Allen Rodriguez, faces up to 10 years in prison after a Wharton County Grand Jury indicted him on four counts of violating a protective order. Police say Rodriguez repeatedly went to a Sue Street home between November and December despite court orders. This follows a prior stabbing incident there … Read more
Matagorda ISD and Van Vleck ISD were honored with the Billy E. Hibbs Safety Award for outstanding workplace safety. The recognition came during the recent TASA Midwinter Conference in Austin. Both local districts earned the award through strong safety programs that reduced injuries and workers’ compensation costs. Each received a $500 Annie Ozella Jones Scholarship … Read more
A two-year-old Wharton girl died last week after being taken to OakBend Medical Center with breathing trouble. She was later pronounced dead at Wharton Hospital. An autopsy is underway by Fort Bend County officials. Wharton Police are treating it as an unattended death but say it’s not criminal at this time. The child wasn’t brought … Read more
On Thursday, April 24th, from 1 to 4 PM, the Palacios Police Department will host a Drug Take Back Day. Community members are encouraged to bring their unused, expired, or unwanted prescription medications to be properly disposed of. This event, taking place at 315 Henderson Ave, provides a safe way to clear out old medications … Read more
Bay City’s annual EGG-Stravaganza is happening Friday, from noon to 3 p.m. at Le Tulle Park. Over 18,000 plastic eggs filled with treats will be scattered throughout the park for kids up to age 10. The event is free, with inflatable games, a photo op with the Easter Bunny, and food trucks for snacks. The … Read more