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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.

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.

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Thursday, February 5, 2026
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Dr. Lewis Dinges

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"New World Screwworm dominates Cattlemen’s event" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   Information on the New World Screwworm (NWS) dominated the Gulf Coast regional Cattlemen’s Workshop & Trade Show last week.  Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) Executive Director and Texas State Veterinarian Dr. Lewis Dinges explained the resurgence of NWS on Friday, Jan. 23.

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"Dredging work on Matagorda Harbor done" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   Dredging is finished at the Matagorda Harbor project and Port of Bay City Authority Commissioners were told at their meeting Jan. 14.  Now the Port Authority is awaiting word from the Corps of Engineers.  Anchor QEA’s Coastal Engineer Ian Fisher said the dredging was complete Jan.

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"March 3 primary approaches with key dates" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
   The 2026 election calendar is fast approaching for Texas and Matagorda County toward the March 3 primary.  Monday, Feb. 2 is the last day to register to vote in the joint primary election.  That’s quickly followed by Feb. 17, when early voting begins.  Feb.
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