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"Prosperity Bank donates $50K to aquatic center" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
   Bay City Community Development Corporation (BCCDC) board member Bruce Krauspkof announced a $50,000 Prosperity Bank donation toward the aquatic center during the board’s special called meeting last week.   Members Clint Hewitt and Ben Flores were the only ones absent Friday, June 5.

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"Place 1 runoff Saturday" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
   Saturday, June 13, is election day in the runoff between Cory McCray and Stacy L. Rowh for the Place 1 seat on City Council.   A total of 179 in-person early votes were cast – and about 50 ballot by mail - by about 5 p.m. Monday, June 8, said County Clerk Stephanie Wurtz.

Animals rescued during house fire

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
   The Bay City Fire Department, Bay City Police Department, Bay City Animal Control, and the Bay City Fire Marshal responded to a house fire at 3005 Rugeley at about 11:17 am. Monday, June 8.  A resident called 9-1-1 after being awoken by her dog barking and smelling smoke in the residence.
Houston Business Journal A group tours the new $1.6 billion plant during the opening ceremonies last week.

Houston Business Journal A group tours the new $1.6 billion plant during the opening ceremonies last week.

Röhm opens billion-dollar chemical plant in Bay City

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
   German chemical company Röhm has opened a chemical plant in Bay City with up to $1.6 billion in investment after being delayed for several years.   The company even shut down its Louisiana plant because it believes its new production process in Bay City is cheaper and more efficient.
Contributed photo The Tidehaven community honored Coach Robert Hutto, shown with his wife Nancy, with a retirement celebration at the Tidehaven Dome Saturday, June 6, Hutto was recognized for his 52 years at Tidehaven ISD and 54 years in coaching and teaching. Family, friends, former students, players and community members gathered for the celebration.

Contributed photo The Tidehaven community honored Coach Robert Hutto, shown with his wife Nancy, with a retirement celebration at the Tidehaven Dome Saturday, June 6, Hutto was recognized for his 52 years at Tidehaven ISD and 54 years in coaching and teaching. Family, friends, former students, players and community members gathered for the celebration.

Tidehaven Coach Hutto honored

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
Erik Adamian

Erik Adamian

VVHS student: Outstanding performer

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
 Van Vleck High School student and band member Erik Adamian was recognized as an Outstanding Performer at the 2026 UIL Texas State Solo-Ensemble Contest (TSSEC), one of the highest individual honors awarded to Texas student musicians.
Quilt of Valor photo courtesy of Danyelle Merck The Quilt of Valor was presented to Vietnam Veteran Jack Cornett, by the youth of Collegeport and the El Maton 4-H.

Quilt of Valor photo courtesy of Danyelle Merck The Quilt of Valor was presented to Vietnam Veteran Jack Cornett, by the youth of Collegeport and the El Maton 4-H.

Collegeport Day 2026

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
Courtesy photo Dan Shook

Courtesy photo Dan Shook

Versatile Shook returns home to be police chief

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
   Bay City Fire Marshal Dan Shook is headed back to his home state of Ohio where he will become the Police Chief of Perry Village, Ohio.   The Northeastern town of 1,600 is near where Shook grew up in Painesville, and Perry Village also is close to a nuclear plant.
Contributed photo During Monday morning’s Commissioners Court meeting, Deputy Stephen Lang, Sergeant  Joel Wamget, and Deputy Corbin Montalvo were honored for their exemplary service. Their dedication and professionalism embody the commitment of the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office to diligently protect and serve the residents of Matagorda County.

Contributed photo During Monday morning’s Commissioners Court meeting, Deputy Stephen Lang, Sergeant  Joel Wamget, and Deputy Corbin Montalvo were honored for their exemplary service. Their dedication and professionalism embody the commitment of the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office to diligently protect and serve the residents of Matagorda County.

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"County honors 3 deputies for exemplary service" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
   Commissioners recognized three sheriff’s deputies for heroic actions protecting Matagorda County citizens, heard concerns from Sargent citizens about moving the Precinct 6 Constable’s office and learned about an upcoming data center rally at the court’s meeting Monday.
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