Retired teachers hold memorial for members who died

The May Matagorda County Retired Teachers Association (MCRTA) recently had a memorial for two members who  passed away this year at the lunch meeting at King Buffet.  MCRTA also installed officers who will serve a 2-year term and discussed volunteer  opportunities.

"Grant Friesenhahn headed to TAMU" by: Jessica Shepard

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.

"Glenn to attend UT Dallas for animation" by: Jessica Shepard

Bay City High School’s class of 2026 Salutatorian is Jasmine Glenn.  Jasmine is the daughter of Fatma Yilmaz and Nathan Glenn.  She’s also the granddaughter of Șükrü and Ayșe Yılmaz and Ray and Debbie Glenn.  Jasmine is attending the University of Texas at Dallas and majoring in animation.

"241 Seniors to graduate BCHS Friday" by: Jessica Shepard

Over 240 students will graduate from Bay City High School starting at 8 p.m. Friday, May 22, at Memorial Stadium with gates opening at 6:30 p.m.  For best viewing, attendees are encouraged to be seated as follows:   Top 10 and guests with graduate last names A-L on the Home Side   Guests with...

"Springfield plans to be a child psychiatrist" by: Jessica Shepard

Van Vleck High School’s class of 2026 Salutatorian is Marina Springfield.  Marina is the daughter of Matthew and Danielle Springfield, granddaughter of Mr. Willis, and the sister of Wade Springfield.  Springfield is headed to Abilene Christian University to major in biomedical sciences.

"2026 VVHS Val Makayla Alford headed to TAMU" by: Jessica Shepard

Makayla Alford is the Valedictorian of Van Vleck High School’s Class of 2026.  Makayla is the daughter of Lang and Karen Alford and the sister of Ashley and Jase.  Her grandparents are Gary and Beth Roberson and David and Janice Alford.

"VVHS graduating 91 seniors" by: Jessica Shepard

A total of 91 students will graduate from Van Vleck High School, starting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 21, at Burl McKinney Stadium.  Valedictorian Makayla Alford and Salutatorian Marina Springfield will be recognized and give speeches addressing their fellow classmates and audience members.