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Comptroller: $3.3B for broadband expansion

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
    (AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said his Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO) was allocated $3.3 billion in federal funding for broadband expansion.     The funds, provided by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, are part of the national $42.

Matagorda County fire department calls

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
   Bay City Volunteer Fire Department:    On July 2, at 8:02 a.m., Bay City Volunteer Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident at Hwy 60 and PR 521.    On July 1, at 2:48 p.m.

LCRA urges everyone to use water wisely

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
   AUSTIN – Though recent rains have provided some welcome relief, drought continues across much of Central Texas and the Lower Colorado River Authority is urging everyone to be mindful about using water wisely.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Bay City Community Development Corporation board members participated in a strategic planning workshop Monday afternoon. The board reviewed and named the possible strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that face economic development and the city itself.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Bay City Community Development Corporation board members participated in a strategic planning workshop Monday afternoon. The board reviewed and named the possible strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that face economic development and the city itself.

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"BCCDC approves $5K façade grant" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
   Bay City Community Development Corporation board members unanimously approved a $5,000 façade grant for Leissner Holdings, LLC during its regular meeting Monday afternoon.    All board members except for Jim Folse were present at the meeting.
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents discussed crop problems and how to treat them with Matagorda County farmers during last week’s crop tour.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents discussed crop problems and how to treat them with Matagorda County farmers during last week’s crop tour.

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"Crops, weather, economics part of this year’s annual crop tour" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
Matagorda County AgriLife Extension Office’s annual row crop tour took in three fields last week and farmers heard experts on ways to combat problems with their crops.    About 15 farmers and sponsors began the tour by gathering to hear guest speakers at El Maton Hall Wednesday, June 21.

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City will host ‘Freedom Fireworks’ at Le Tulle July 4th

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
   Bay City Parks & Recreation Department hosts its annual “Freedom Fireworks” starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, in Le Tulle Park.     The event is free and open to the public, with fireworks lighting up the sky beginning at 9:30 p.m.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Van Vleck ISD school board President Tony Kucera, center, was recognized for his 15 years of service to the district Monday night. The award was presented on behalf of the Region 3 Education Service Center with R3 ESC Execurive Director Morris Lyon and VVISD Superintendent Christie Dement thanking Kucera as well.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Van Vleck ISD school board President Tony Kucera, center, was recognized for his 15 years of service to the district Monday night. The award was presented on behalf of the Region 3 Education Service Center with R3 ESC Execurive Director Morris Lyon and VVISD Superintendent Christie Dement thanking Kucera as well.

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"VVISD preps for future budget, tax rate discussions" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
   Van Vleck ISD trustees heard a budget workshop update from district Chief Financial Officer Gayle Blackmon Monday night.
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