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Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell People gather around a TxDOT map of a possible route relief at a recent information session at the Bay City Civic Center.

"TxDOT presents 4 alternate routes for feasibility study" by: Mike Reddell

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

There were four alternatives presented at the Bay City Relief Route Feasibility Study Thursday, May 21. Turnout was steady at the public meeting with alternate routes presented on easels showing maps, charts and narratives that will help guide the study.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Van Vleck High School graduates celebrate at Burl McKinney Stadium Thursday, May 21.

"Springfield, Alford recount high school lessons learned" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Family members escorted their Van Vleck High School 2026 graduates onto Burl McKinney field on May 21. Graduate Tyler Snow led the American and Texan pledges before Sidney Cason gave the invocation.

Tenaris photo Tenaris US President Guillermo Moreno presents the Student of the Year Award to Makayla Alford from Van Vleck High School at ceremonies May 20.

"Tenaris awards $204,000 to 15 Matagorda County students" By Emily Felder Tenaris

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Tenaris recognized 15 graduating seniors from Matagorda County high schools with Roberto Rocca scholarships totaling $204,000, celebrating the 13th year of the program in Texas.

Dr. Amanda Allen WCJC President

"Allen: WCJC wants to help you move forward" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) President Dr. Amanda Allen spoke about moving forward during her recent Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture luncheon.

Contributed photo Attached photo includes, from left: Guest speaker Dallas County Clerk John Warren, Matagorda County District Attorney Steven Reis, and Director of Education & Member Services Haley Click.

DA graduates from Leadership 254

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Matagorda County District Attorney Steven Reis is among 21 county officials who have successfully completed Leadership 254, a 14-month leadership development program offered by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC).

From Matagorda County Soil and Water Conservation District Sneary Cattle Company was honored with First Place in the Conservation Rancher category. They were recognized at the Area 3 Conservation Awards Banquet on May 6, in George West. Sneary Cattle Company is Loy and Helen Sneary and their children - Adam and wife Alycia, and Shannon and husband Jim.

Texas Conservation awards recognizes Matagorda County ranchers, teacher

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Sneary Cattle Company and Shawna Mutchler have been recognized through the Texas Conservation Awards Program for their outstanding commitment to soil and water conservation.

Collegeport Day Saturday

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Trump administration to force foreigners in the U.S. to apply for a green card abroad

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

The surprise change is the latest step by White House to make legal immigration more difficult for foreigners already in the U.S. and for those hoping to come here. WASHINGTON — Foreigners in the U.S.

"esVolta points out: It’s no data center" by: Mike Reddell

News Staff

Thursday, May 28, 2026

An esVolta presentation at a Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture luncheon made sure people know the difference between battery storage projects and data centers. And esVolta began a somewhat humourous points of spointing to an energy storage battery.

BCISD photo Valedictorian Grant Friesenhahn (left)

"Grant Friesenhahn headed to TAMU" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Grant Friesenhahn is the Valedictorian of Bay City High School’s Class of 2026. Grant is the son of Darren and Natalie Friesenhahn, grandson of Diana Desoto, Mary Friesenhahn, and Paul Remlinger and brother to Julianne Matl and Dawson Friesenhahn.

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