City Council is scheduled to convene the Bay City Airport Zoning Board of Adjustments on Tuesday night. At that meeting, council members will discuss and possibly approved the rules and procedures for the board and appoint a chairman of the board. “The Bay City Airport…
After almost an hour in closed session, Van Vleck ISD trustees approved preparing to issue Requests for Proposals (RFP) to upgrade the track and field playing services at Burl McKinney Stadium during a special meeting Monday night. All school board members were present for the…
Bay City Community Development Corporation (BCCDC) board members unanimously approved two façade and one website grant at their monthly meeting Monday afternoon. Members present included Alisha Cornett, Jim Folse, Erandi Allison, and Ben Flores, while those absent were Clint…
Early voting began Monday, April 22, for the May 4 joint election that features two Bay City school board seats. Bay City ISD voters will vote for Lora Beth Robicheaux or Esau Rodriguez for the trustees’ Place 6, while incumbent Jill Westmoreland is unopposed for the Place 7 post…
Commissioners unanimously accepted a letter to proceed with the Blessing Community Center project during their meeting Monday morning. All commissioners were present for the meeting. The project is slated to start Monday, June 3, and is estimated to reach substantial…
It’s another busy weekend in Bay City and Matagorda County this week. There’s a variety of civic events and local fundraisers available for young and old alike. Bay City Tourism Department and the Bay City Public Library have partnered together for “Matagorda County…
I’m not someone who buys into fads the moment they hit it big on social media or even in my friend group. This includes everything from clearly overpriced Apple products in general to the latest cellphone model or car. I find that my mentality applies to other less-luxury…
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It’s another busy weekend in Bay City and Matagorda County this week. There’s a variety of civic events and local fundraisers available for…
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(AUSTIN) — As we enter the severe weather season, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds Texans they can purchase certain items tax free during the…
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Athletes from Bay City, Tidehaven and Van Vleck will be competing at the state track and field meet in Austin May 2-4, after qualifying at the 3A…
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The Tigers traveled to Hallettsville on Tuesday, April 16, and lost 9-8 in 9 innings. Ricky Rubio, in relief of TJ Galvan, threw 7 1/3…
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For the 3rd time in school history, the Lady Leopards Softball Team claimed a district championship with a tough come-from-behind win against…
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I’m not someone who buys into fads the moment they hit it big on social media or even in my friend group. This includes everything from…
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If you don’t believe that the Big 7 stocks don’t have an impact, last week was the worst performance for the NASDAQ index since 2022. The…
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If you have anyone who depends on you financially, you almost certainly need to consider life insurance. But which type? Term or…
Obituaries
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December 14, 1946- November 28, 2023
Ida Lee Vickers Muskiet, a devout Catholic, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend…
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December 14, 1946- November 28, 2023
“The sun always shines for the cool.”
This was the mantra of my dad, the coolest man I ever…
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August 23, 1937- September 10, 2023
Helen Sellers Vacek, 86, of El Campo, Texas, went on to be with her Father in heaven on September 10, 2023.…
