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"County OKs yearly report from MCHC" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
   Getting a historical marker for the now-vanished Allenhurst, updates from county extension agents and two heavy equipment purchases for Precinct 3, were part of the commissioners court meeting Monday, Dec. 5.
Sentinel Photo/MaLinda Reddell Over 60 decorated and lit Christmas parade entries drew dozens downtown Friday, Dec. 2. The annual "Lighted Christmas Parade" was part of the two-day "HomeTown Christmas" event sponsored by the City of Bay City Parks and Recreation Department..

Sentinel Photo/MaLinda Reddell Over 60 decorated and lit Christmas parade entries drew dozens downtown Friday, Dec. 2. The annual "Lighted Christmas Parade" was part of the two-day "HomeTown Christmas" event sponsored by the City of Bay City Parks and Recreation Department..

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HomeTown Parade winners announced

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
   A total of 62 entries were part of the 2022 Annual HomeTown Christmas Celebration Lighted Christmas Parade last Friday.    The Bay City Parks and Recreation Department announced the category winners in first-third place Monday afternoon.

Toys for Tots’ Matagorda County deadline approaches

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
   Applications for “Toys for Tots Matagorda County” are due Saturday, Dec. 10.    Last year, the toy program handed out over 900 toys to local children.    The forms are available online at https://bay-city-tx.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-request-single-form.aspx?
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Applications due by December 14th for Free Bikes

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
   Wednesday, Dec. 14 is the deadline to apply for one of 68 free children’s bikes at the Matagorda County Sheriff’s department.    The bikes were donated by Ace Hardware and range in size based on the child’s age or height.
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Tidehaven running back Joseph Dodds picks up yardage against Poth in the quarterfinal game at Texas State stadium Friday, Dec. 2.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Tidehaven running back Joseph Dodds picks up yardage against Poth in the quarterfinal game at Texas State stadium Friday, Dec. 2.

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"Tidehaven loses quarterfinal bid to Poth 18-6" by: Mike Reddell

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
   The Tidehaven Tigers fell to Poth 18-6 in the UIL quarterfinals game at Texas State University stadium in San Marcos, Friday night, Dec. 2.    In a hard-fought game that really wasn’t decided until late in the game, Tidehaven kept the high-scoring Poth in check, but only scored once.
Courtesy Photo Tidehaven football team members celebrate the trophy designating them as the UIL Regional Semifinal Champions after defeating Brazos last Friday in Rosharon. The Tigers will travel to San Marcos this Friday to play Poth in the quarterfinal playoff at Texas State University.

Courtesy Photo Tidehaven football team members celebrate the trophy designating them as the UIL Regional Semifinal Champions after defeating Brazos last Friday in Rosharon. The Tigers will travel to San Marcos this Friday to play Poth in the quarterfinal playoff at Texas State University.

Tidehaven rolls toward state title

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

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"Christmas comes early this weekend" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
   There’s still time to register for this year’s annual “Lighted Christmas Parade.”    The parade kicks off at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, and is co-sponsored by the Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture.
Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Help Inc. Business Development Manager Renee Laslie, left, and a fellow Help Inc. employee show off just some of the medical supplies available at the business during Christmas Around the Square, Nov. 17. Help Inc. also offers in-home care services and scrubs.

Sentinel Photo/Mike Reddell Help Inc. Business Development Manager Renee Laslie, left, and a fellow Help Inc. employee show off just some of the medical supplies available at the business during Christmas Around the Square, Nov. 17. Help Inc. also offers in-home care services and scrubs.

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"New Business Spotlight: Help Inc. sets up shop in the heart of Bay City" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
   If you’ve driven downtown lately, you might have noticed a new business on the west side of the square.    Formerly known as the “Heart and Home” building, Help Inc. officially opened its doors in early October.    Located at 2140 Ave F, the store is open from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.
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