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Two AEP crewmen and a Westwind helicopter pilot were honored for helping save a Blessing area man who the crew saw lying in a pool of blood on his property after Hurricane Beryl landed. The crewmen, Ronald “Cole” Overcash and Joel Hilburn, saw Edward Gurecky on his driveway, and pilot Marcus Perez immediately landed the helicopter and acted quickly to help Gurecky. The two crewmen and pilot were honored at a ceremony at Bay City Regional Airport Wednesday, Sept. 18. Renee Chollett photo

Two AEP crewmen and a Westwind helicopter pilot were honored for helping save a Blessing area man who the crew saw lying in a pool of blood on his property after Hurricane Beryl landed. The crewmen, Ronald “Cole” Overcash and Joel Hilburn, saw Edward Gurecky on his driveway, and pilot Marcus Perez immediately landed the helicopter and acted quickly to help Gurecky. The two crewmen and pilot were honored at a ceremony at Bay City Regional Airport Wednesday, Sept. 18. Renee Chollett photo

Trio honored for helping save a Blessing man’s life

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Thursday, September 26, 2024

BCPD announces results from traffic engagement

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Thursday, September 26, 2024
The Bay City Police Department is pleased to report the successful conclusion of our recent high visibility traffic engagement period.   The HVE Period ran from Sept. 9 to Sept. 13, during which time officers conducted 176 traffic stops, resulting in a total of 218 warnings and citations.

United Way: Application process to become partner agency is open

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Thursday, September 26, 2024
Matagorda County United Way announced that the application process to become a United Way Partner Agency and receive funding is now open.    Nonprofit, 501(c)(3) human service organizations that provide programs and services in Matagorda and/or Wharton counties are eligible.

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"Council OKs BCCDC pact with developer" by: Mike Reddell

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
City Council authorized, on second reading, the Bay City Community Development Corporation (BCCDC) to enter into a contract with BC Development Group for a seven-year term.  The action was taken at council’s regular meeting Sept. 10.
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell HIF-USA CEO Renato Pereira, Vice President of Project Execution Haytham Afifi and Community Affairs and Permitting Manager James Outtrim lead the latest update on the HIF-USA project during a luncheon at the Civic Center last Thursday.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell HIF-USA CEO Renato Pereira, Vice President of Project Execution Haytham Afifi and Community Affairs and Permitting Manager James Outtrim lead the latest update on the HIF-USA project during a luncheon at the Civic Center last Thursday.

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"HIF officials remind community they’re grateful for its support" by: Jessica Shepard

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
With attendees numbering over 150, HIF-USA CEO Renato Pereira shared his reasons for updating the community on the eFuels project timeline last Thursday, Sept. 12.

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"Gourmet Guys on tap Sept. 28" by: Jessica Shepard

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Matagorda County Museum hosts its annual Gourmet Guys fundraiser from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Bay City Civic Center, 201 7th St.    This year’s theme is “Chef’s Signature Dishes” and tickets are $40 per person.
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