Lifestyle

‘Following the crowd’

News Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024
   Face it, we are social beings.  We’re not meant to live our lives in isolation.   We’re naturally drawn to like-minded people because it reinforces and strengthens our own viewpoints.   The key to navigating social experiences with others is to never lose sight of yourself in the shuffle.

BCPD announces results from traffic engagement

News Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024
   The Bay City Police Department is pleased to report the successful conclusion of our recent high visibility traffic engagement period.   The HVE Period ran from Sept. 9 to Sept. 13, during which time officers conducted 176 traffic stops, resulting in a total of 218 warnings and citations.

United Way: Application process to become partner agency is open

News Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024
   Matagorda County United Way announced that the application process to become a United Way Partner Agency and receive funding is now open.    Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) human service organizations that provide programs and services in Matagorda and/or Wharton counties are eligible.
Tenaris photo Tim Simpson’s journey from a diverse upbringing to a career in environmental management is as dynamic as his professional path.

Tenaris photo Tim Simpson’s journey from a diverse upbringing to a career in environmental management is as dynamic as his professional path.

Environment regional director shares lessons from decade charting green course at Tenaris

News Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024
   Tim Simpson’s journey from a diverse upbringing to a career in environmental management is as dynamic as his professional path. Born in India, spending his early years in Indonesia, and moving back to the U.S. after these experiences, Simpson developed a fondness for diverse environments.

JSL receives corporate support

News Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024
   Sponsors back the Bay City Junior Service League’s annual Charity Ball which will be heldSaturday, February 1,2025.  Charity Ball is the annual fundraiser for the Bay City Junior Service League, and all proceeds go to worthy organizations in Matagorda County that help so many people.

Retired teachers to meet Oct. 1

News Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024
   Matagorda County Retired Teachers Association (MCRTA) will meet at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3000 9th St. in Bay City.  A Chick-fil-A box lunch will be served at the cost of $11.

"Commissioners Court proposes a lower tax rate" By: Mike Reddell

News Staff
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
   County Judge Bobby Seiferman read a statement Monday morning that the proposed Matagorda County fiscal 2025 budget would raise more money from property taxes than last year.  At Commissioners Court regular meeting, the judge said that amount would be $2,225,376, a 9.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Colorful decorations and tantalizing scents drew attendees to various food vendors at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church's annual "Parish Jamaica" event on Sunday, Sept. 15. The event also featured carnival games, live entertainment, a cake walk, and more.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Colorful decorations and tantalizing scents drew attendees to various food vendors at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church's annual "Parish Jamaica" event on Sunday, Sept. 15. The event also featured carnival games, live entertainment, a cake walk, and more.

Parish Jamaica

News Staff
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
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