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"Seiferman declares public safety as top budget priority" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
Matagorda County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the 2027 tax rate and budget and discussed public safety spending, ways to hear better and the enormous costs of road and bridge work.Judge Seiferman said the proposed tax is about 1.5 cents.Before calling the public hearing on the tax rate,...

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"Russell updates Port commissioners on projects" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
After a 15-minute public hearing, Port of Bay City Authority Commissioners unanimously approved the $0.04700 per $100 valuation 2026 tax rate at their meeting last week.All commissioners were present for the Sept. 23 meeting.“I want to take a voice vote for this,” added Port of Bay City Authority...

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"Planning Commission lacks quorum to take action" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
Planning Commission board members fell short of a full quorum last week and could not take any action at their meeting.Members Erik Frankson, Zeinab Ghais and Bruce Krauspkof were present for the meeting while Marion Garcia and Joshua Fortenberry were absent for the Sept. 24 meeting.Frankson led...

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"Russell Ranch residents bring concerns to City Council" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
Russell Ranch residents brought their concerns about the subdivision to City Council at its meeting Sept. 22.A soldier, Patric Garcia, told council last week that he and his family are in a financial bind with their Russell Ranch residence.“Their homes are unsellable at the high price range,”...
Pilot Club of Bay City President Barbara Smith presented Precinct 6 Constable Bill Orton, a check for boating safety signs at a recent Pilot Club meeting. This donation covers the signs and installation, providing safety guidelines for boaters at all Sargent area boat ramps. We encourage all boaters to take a picture of the sign so they have the information on hand if needed. This project was funded by the Pilot Club Celebrity Waiter Dinner Fundraiser, which will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15. Courtesy photo

Pilot Club of Bay City President Barbara Smith presented Precinct 6 Constable Bill Orton, a check for boating safety signs at a recent Pilot Club meeting. This donation covers the signs and installation, providing safety guidelines for boaters at all Sargent area boat ramps. We encourage all boaters to take a picture of the sign so they have the information on hand if needed. This project was funded by the Pilot Club Celebrity Waiter Dinner Fundraiser, which will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15. Courtesy photo

Pilot Club’s check for boating safety signs

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell City Council proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month at its Sept. 22 meeting.The Crisis Center of Matagorda and Wharton County is dedicated to helping victims of domestic violenceby providing free and confidential services such as advocacy, education, shelter and resources. In the past year, the Crisis Center has provided services to 418 clients of domestic violence and 7,314 nights of shelter to adults and children.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell City Council proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month at its Sept. 22 meeting.The Crisis Center of Matagorda and Wharton County is dedicated to helping victims of domestic violenceby providing free and confidential services such as advocacy, education, shelter and resources. In the past year, the Crisis Center has provided services to 418 clients of domestic violence and 7,314 nights of shelter to adults and children.

City Council proclaims 'Domestic Abuse Awareness Month'

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Thursday, October 1, 2026
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