Waynard Austin was arrested by Wharton Police on Wednesday evening for seven felonies. He managed to escape and is still on the run. He was last seen in a black hoodie, blue jeans, and white shoes. If you spot him, don’t try to catch him, just call 911 or leave an anonymous tip at www.p3tips.com. … Read more
Local gym Fit for Life got a loan to spruce up the building, expand the gym, and add a CrossFit section. The boss, Dustin, is thrilled. The Bay City Council needs to give the final thumbs up. It’s a big project, happening in three phases. Other businesses, like the Academy of Performing Arts and a … Read more
Sunday night at SunnySide Saloon in El Campo, a man pulled a gun during an argument, but thankfully no one got hurt. Police arrested a 30-year-old John Anthony Aguilar. He’s facing serious charges including carrying a weapon illegally and aggravated assault. If convicted, he could be looking at up to 20 years in prison. Aguilar … Read more
Beverly Vacek and Tyler Cole from Palacios were arrested for trying to use a fake check. They’re facing multiple forgery charges, and Vacek also has drug charges. Police found evidence at their home and think there might be more victims in Matagorda County. More charges may come as the investigation continues.
Parts of South Wharton Street are closed due to sewer line collapses. The old concrete line broke after heavy rain. Streets like Spruce, East Sixth, and East Seventh are affected. The city urges people to avoid the area if possible. Repairs are ongoing, with some already completed. Workers are fixing the line without digging up … Read more
In Bay City, a man was arrested for robbing a Walgreens on Sunday. Joshua James Brannan, 20, entered the store, demanded money, and fled. Police identified him from the store’s footage. Brannan was caught on Monday and faces robbery and evading charges. He’s now in jail with a bond set at $51,000
Efforts are being made to remove Superintendent Garth Oliver from Louise ISD, but he’s staying put. He claims he’s been fired without proper procedures. The school board president and a trustee visited him, stating he’s fired effective Feb. 16tg. No official meeting has taken place, raising legal concerns. Any decision outside a meeting could violate … Read more
East Bernard’s Beatrice Vecera Stelzel turned 101 this Saturday. Born in 1923 during the Great Depression, she’s seen a lot. During WWII, she headed to Houston to help with the war effort, inspired by Rosie the Riveter. There, she helped build ship cannons, machine guns, and welded for the war effort. After the war, she … Read more
Near Van Vleck High School, there was a highway accident. A staff member locked down the school to keep everyone safe. With fast help from VVISD Police and Administration, the lockdown ended quickly. Now, students and staff are back to their regular routines. The lockdown was a precaution to ensure everyone’s safety.
In El Campo, a woman named Ashley Olguin, aged 25, is being held in Wharton County Jail. She’s accused of causing a fatal accident while driving intoxicated, and she’s facing charges of Intoxication Manslaughter with a Vehicle, along with two counts of Intoxication Assault with a Vehicle. Her bond is set at $1.3 million.