"Probate judge sets another Luther hearing" by: Mike Reddell

A two hour, 45-minute zoom hearing between a probate judge and attorneys focused on who has the right to sue the estate of the late Luther Hotel owner Jack Findley on Saturday, April 15.

"Early vote begins April 24 for May 6 election" by: Mike Reddell

Early voting for May 6 elections in Matagorda County will begin Monday, April 24, with times and dates that include 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. April 24 - 28 and May 1 - 2 (7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 27).

"Council approves resolutions for TxDOT work on 3 bridges" by: Mike Reddell

City Council approved three resolutions at its meeting last week for advance funding agreements with the state to replace or rehabiliate three Bay City bridges.

"Bay City sales tax rebate up from last year" by: Mike Reddell

Bay City’s April sales tax allocation from Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar was up from the same month last week.

"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.    The chamber has limited booth spaces available for any and all companies associated with “wellness and healthcare” including healthcare...