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"County OKs 2 Blessing public works projects" by: Mike Reddell

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
   Two agenda items taken by Commissioners Court at its Aug. 4 meeting focus on capital spending for two public works projects for sewer, flood and drainage and water improvements in Blessing.    County Grants Administrator Crystal Morones said both projects are under the GLO Contract No.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Chuck Kharrl (center) laughs with Mitch Thames, left, and George Harrison.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Chuck Kharrl (center) laughs with Mitch Thames, left, and George Harrison.

"Kharrl discusses future of STP" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
   STP Nuclear Operating Company’s new President, CEO, and CNO Chuck Kharrl discussed the future of STP during a Chamber luncheon last week.    Kharrl spoke about his vision for STP, its role in strengthening our community, and the opportunities ahead for nuclear energy.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard BCISD Superintendent Chris Townsend addresses chamber breakfast for new teachers.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard BCISD Superintendent Chris Townsend addresses chamber breakfast for new teachers.

"Chamber welcomes new BCISD teachers" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
   Bay City Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “New Teacher Breakfast” last week.    Bay City ISD’s new teachers and administrative leaders filled the Bay City Civic Center on Wednesday, Aug. 6.    The Chamber invited countywide school districts, but most had already started school.

4 arrested for deadly conduct

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
   Bay City police officers were dispatched to the 3100 block of Avenue F, about someone shooting out of their vehicle in the 4800 block of Avenue F as the suspect vehicle passed up their vehicle, Wednesday, Aug. 6, just a able to find the suspect vehicle.

Sheriff urges drivers to be cautious around schools

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
   The 2025-2026 school year has begun for our students. The Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind drivers to be both cautious and courteous around, schools, school buses and pedestrians..   “The U.S.

Webinar studies impact of ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ on agriculture policy

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
    The American Society of Agricultural Consultants (ASAC) will host a free webinar on “Big Beautiful Bill” agricultural policy changes on Aug. 19 at 10 a.m. CDT.  Titled “What We Know – and What We Don’t Know … at the Moment,” the live, virtual event will feature ASAC member Rusty Rumley, J.D.
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