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Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Nail Spa Ribbon Cutting: Ann's Nails & Spa partnered with the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture for a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new location on Thursday, Jan. 29. The spa is located at 4020 7th Street in Bay City.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Nail Spa Ribbon Cutting: Ann's Nails & Spa partnered with the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture for a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new location on Thursday, Jan. 29. The spa is located at 4020 7th Street in Bay City.

Ribbon cuttings

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Thursday, February 5, 2026

Resolution #1: Get to know your home

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Thursday, February 5, 2026
February  When it comes to New Year’s resolutions for your home, the most important step doesn’t involve spending money, it starts with awareness.   Understanding how your home functions, and where its critical systems are located, can save time, money, and stress when something goes wrong.
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell During the Jan. 27 City Council Meeting, Bay City Camofest was honored with two special proclamations: Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Wild Game and Wine Camofest! Thank you to everyone who has made this event a signature staple of our downtown. A special recognition for Alicia Waters, our former Main Street Program Manager. Alicia’s vision and hard work launched the very first Camofest, paving the way for a decade of success.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell During the Jan. 27 City Council Meeting, Bay City Camofest was honored with two special proclamations: Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Wild Game and Wine Camofest! Thank you to everyone who has made this event a signature staple of our downtown. A special recognition for Alicia Waters, our former Main Street Program Manager. Alicia’s vision and hard work launched the very first Camofest, paving the way for a decade of success.

City recognizes Camofest, employees

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Thursday, February 5, 2026
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Memory Makers Quilt Guild Show winners were recognized at the annual show exhibition on Jan. 28. Winners posed with this year’s raffle quilt, from left are Barbara Micaletti, second place; Shirley Rogers, first place; and Sue Felix, third place.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Memory Makers Quilt Guild Show winners were recognized at the annual show exhibition on Jan. 28. Winners posed with this year’s raffle quilt, from left are Barbara Micaletti, second place; Shirley Rogers, first place; and Sue Felix, third place.

Quilt Show winners

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Thursday, February 5, 2026
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Dr. Lewis Dinges

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Dr. Lewis Dinges

"New World Screwworm dominates Cattlemen’s event" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   Information on the New World Screwworm (NWS) dominated the Gulf Coast regional Cattlemen’s Workshop & Trade Show last week.  Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) Executive Director and Texas State Veterinarian Dr. Lewis Dinges explained the resurgence of NWS on Friday, Jan. 23.

"Dredging work on Matagorda Harbor done" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   Dredging is finished at the Matagorda Harbor project and Port of Bay City Authority Commissioners were told at their meeting Jan. 14.  Now the Port Authority is awaiting word from the Corps of Engineers.  Anchor QEA’s Coastal Engineer Ian Fisher said the dredging was complete Jan.

"March 3 primary approaches with key dates" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   The 2026 election calendar is fast approaching for Texas and Matagorda County toward the March 3 primary.  Monday, Feb. 2 is the last day to register to vote in the joint primary election.  That’s quickly followed by Feb. 17, when early voting begins.  Feb.

"Thursday events early kickoff for the weekend" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   While the weather forecast keeps shifting ahead of the weekend, check out these indoor and outdoor activities.  Thursday kicks off the weekend with two unique events.  Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture and Ann’s Nails & Spa host a grand opening ribbon cutting for their new location.
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