A deadly house fire broke out early Sunday morning in Bay City. Around 7:40, first responders arrived at 1216 B Austin St. to find the home engulfed in flames. Neighbors reported a 63-year-old man was still inside. Firefighters worked quickly, but he was found dead. Crews controlled the fire within 40 minutes, with damages estimated … Read more
The Matagorda County Cattlemen’s Association honored Jay and Scott Ledwig as the ’24 “Cattlemen of the Year” during the March rodeo. Lifelong Matagorda County residents, they grew up farming and ranching alongside their father. Today, they manage cattle, as well as rice, cotton, corn, and other crops. Both have deep community ties, with Jay serving … Read more
Edna’s new Shelby Park concession stand-restroom facility is almost ready for its debut. City Manager Gary Broz announced that restrooms are open, and the Little League will start moving equipment into the concession area this week. The old facility was destroyed by severe weather in September of ’23. Temporary restrooms were used for events while … Read more
Wharton County remains measles-free, and local health officials want to keep it that way. Nearly all students in Wharton and El Campo ISDs are vaccinated, with exemption rates under one percent. Statewide, Texas has reported 198 measles cases this year, with one child’s death and 23 hospitalizations. Most cases are in rural Gaines County, while … Read more
Jackson County Hospital’s cafeteria is back and better than ever. After an 18-month, $3.6 million expansion, the dining room reopened Monday, and also a new drive-through on Frederick Drive. An open house is set for late March. The project, funded partly by grants, expanded the kitchen and dining space while adding emergency power for storms. … Read more
The East Bernard Brahmas are on fire, going 5-0 this past week. Sophomore Max Mangum stood out, earning Wharton County Player of the Week honors. In 12 at-bats, Mangum hit .500 with six hits, six RBIs, and four runs scored. He had at least one hit in every game except one. On the mound, Mangum … Read more
A Wharton Elementary fourth grader is in hot water after falsely claiming he brought a knife to school on March 5th. School officials quickly investigated, but the student had already left for a prior commitment. A full search found no weapon, and no students were ever in danger. The district assured parents all safety protocols … Read more
Two men were arrested early Sunday after police found drugs and guns in their car at a gas station in Bay City. Officers responded to the 4800 block of Avenue for a welfare check and found the men asleep inside the running vehicle. An open container and the smell of marijuana led to a search, … Read more
Bay City police seized a large stash of drugs during a raid in Wadsworth, but the suspect remains on the run. Officers searched Matthew Talasek’s home Friday, uncovering four pounds of marijuana, nearly a kilogram of THC products, and mushroom-infused candy bars. A sales ledger was also found. Talasek, 27, wasn’t home, and police have … Read more
El Campo Ladybird senior Kamryn Mears delivered a flawless performance last Tuesday night, retiring all 21 Wharton batters in a 5-0 win to open district play at Legacy Field. Mears struck out 15, walking none, and allowed only a few balls in play. Her dominant pitching, combined with solid defense, kept Wharton at bay. At … Read more