"Port Authority makes its case for harbor expansion" by: Mike Reddell

   The Port of Bay City Authority worked to make its case in two public meetings last week for a $68 million bond issue to fund a 200-acre recreational complex at the port-owned Matagorda Harbor.

"Commissioners: Less water, but more food needed" by: Mike Reddell

   Thousands of acres of rice farmland were affected when the Lower Colorado River Authority cut off Highland Lakes water to Matagorda County agricultural customers, rice farmer Billy Mann told commissioners court Monday, April 10.

"Weekend events with something for everyone" by: Jessica Shepard

   There’s something happening this weekend for anyone and everyone – especially fundraisers looking for local support.    Most events are open rain or shine, but keep an umbrella handy just in case!

"Chamber hosts ‘Community Health Expo’" by: Jessica Shepard

   The Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture hosts the “Community Health Expo” from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 18, at the Bay City Civic Center, 201 7th St.

"MCEDC sends RFQ for consultant on flood control" by: Mike Reddell

   A request for qualifications (RFQ) from professional engineering consultants to address anticipated impacts from Wharton County’s proposed levee system was approved by Matagorda County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) board members Friday, March 31.

"HGAC hears countywide concerns at pop-up event" by: Jessica Shepard

   Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Executive Director Chuck Wemple heard countywide concerns at a pop-up event in Bay City last week.    “We have quite a large organization and it’s important for us to hear about your needs and to provide as much help as possible,” said Wemple.

"Council OKs resolution support for crime victim liaison grant" by: Jessica Shepard

   City council unanimously approved a resolution in support of a crime victim coordinator and liaison grant during their regular meeting last week.    All council members were present for the Tuesday meeting.