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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.

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.

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

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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.

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

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

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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.
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.

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

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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.
Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture photo Electric Designz Printing Co. partnered with the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture for a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for its second location on Thursday, May 14. The company is located at 2521 7th St. in Bay City.

Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture photo Electric Designz Printing Co. partnered with the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture for a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for its second location on Thursday, May 14. The company is located at 2521 7th St. in Bay City.

Electric Designz holds ribbon cutting

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Thursday, May 28, 2026
Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture photo Paradigm Nursing & Rehabilitation Center partnered with the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture for a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for its second location on Tuesday, May 12. The center is located at 1800 13th St. in Bay City.

Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture photo Paradigm Nursing & Rehabilitation Center partnered with the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture for a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for its second location on Tuesday, May 12. The center is located at 1800 13th St. in Bay City.

Paradigm hosts ribbon cutting

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Retired teachers hold memorial for members who died

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Thursday, May 28, 2026
   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.
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