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Matagorda County Historical Commission Chairperson Carol Gibbs, right, received a Recognition Award in Appreciation “for your exceptional service in Preservation of Matagorda County History 2024. Presenting the award were (MCHC) board members Deean Griffith, far left, and Jennifer Bishop. The award was presented at the commission’s September meeting. Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell

Matagorda County Historical Commission Chairperson Carol Gibbs, right, received a Recognition Award in Appreciation “for your exceptional service in Preservation of Matagorda County History 2024. Presenting the award were (MCHC) board members Deean Griffith, far left, and Jennifer Bishop. The award was presented at the commission’s September meeting. Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell

Matagorda County fire calls

Bay City Volunteer Fire Department:    On Sept. 19, at 11:21 a.m., responded to a motor vehicle fire at Hwy 35 and Nile Valley.On Sept. 20, at 7:51 p.m., responded to a motor vehicle fire at the 1400 block of FM 457.

Extension Service, MRMC partner for Diabetes Lunch & Learn

Matagorda County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office and the Matagorda Regional Medical Center Wellness Center partner for a “Diabetes Lunch & Learn” event starting at noon Friday, Oct. 11, in the Harbor Room at the Wellness Center (Dome), 135 Medical Center Drive.
Sentinel Photo/ Mike Reddell New Texian Navy Admirals were commissioned at an honor ceremony on the Navy’s 189th anniversary at the Matagorda Harbor pavilion Saturday, Sept. 21. The event also recognized admirals with commissions earlier this year.

Sentinel Photo/ Mike Reddell New Texian Navy Admirals were commissioned at an honor ceremony on the Navy’s 189th anniversary at the Matagorda Harbor pavilion Saturday, Sept. 21. The event also recognized admirals with commissions earlier this year.

"6 new Texas Navy admirals commissioned" by: Mike Reddell

The Texas Navy commissioned six new admirals to celebrate its 189th Anniversary with an honor ceremony at the Matagorda Harbor Pavilion Saturday, Sept. 21.  Matagorda County Judge Bobby Seiferman was among those receiving commissions as admirals.

"Port hears progress on Caney Creek dredging" by: Mike Reddell

Dredging Caney Creek at the Intracoastal Waterway and improvements at the Matagorda Bait & Tackle were discussed by the Port of Bay City Authority board meeting Sept. 12.  Dredging Caney Creek is aimed at improving navigation on the creek.