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Matagorda County Commissioners Court heard updates and received reassurances from Allegiance Mobile Health at the court’s regular meeting Monday, Feb. 2. County Judge Bobby Seiferman said that Allegiance presence at the court was part of its new contract to keep the county informed.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
"BCCDC tables financing plan for regional aquatic center" by: Jessica Shepard
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Bay City Community Development Corporation (BCCDC) board members unanimously tabled choosing a possible financing institution for the Matagorda County Regional Aquatic Center project during their meeting last week. Board members present at the Jan.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
"MCEDC elects officers, talks about data center misinformation" by: Mike Reddell
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Officers for the Matagorda County Economic Development Corporation board of directors were elected at the board’s regular meeting Friday, Jan. 30. Those returning board officers were: Jessica Russell, president, Kandas Graham, vice president, and Mike Estlinbaum, secretary.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
"County schools see little change with realignment" by: Mike Reddell
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Matagorda County high schools won’t be much affected by the UIL official 2026-2028 football district alignment - and 2026-2027 basketball - that was announced Sunday night, Feb. 1.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
"Planning Commission determines fate of properties" by: Jessica Shepard
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After a brief public hearing, Bay City Planning Commission board members unanimously approved demolition one substandard building at their meeting last week.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
"Bay City certified as ‘Tourism Friendly’ community" by: Jessica Shepard
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City of Bay City employees were on hand to receive the official “Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community” recognition at the 10th Annual Camofest festival over the weekend.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Camofest patrons ignore the brisk winds and temperatures Saturday, Jan. 31, to enjoy the 10th annual event’s "Food Camp" with locally sourced wild game, including deer chili, alongside various fish and fowl dishes. The event also featured Texas wines, beers, and vendor-sold food items. This group of diners also exhibited the camo wear that’s part of the event’s theme.
Camofest visitors bundle up
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Thursday, February 5, 2026
"Council OKs animal control ordinance" by: Mike Reddell
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City Council approved a long-studied – and argued - animal control ordinance last week that went through numerous public-input meetings, a public survey, and City Hall updates beginning last year.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
"Reel Reviews: ‘Wrecking Crew’ entertaining story of estranged brothers" by: Jessica Shepard
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I had honestly forgotten about “The Wrecking Crew” dropping on amazon Prime last week. Luckily, my mom recommended it and reminded me in the same breath – so, that’s this week’s movie choice.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Holy Cross Catholic School 5th Grade boys- Bowen Tomek, Kavi Howard, Casen Saha, Erin Lin, and Julian Lopez had a blast celebrating the groovy 70s at the blackout dance party! Holy Cross Catholic School Photo
Reliving groovy 70s
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Thursday, February 5, 2026