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Wayne Christian

"Christian speaks at chamber event" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
   The Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture hosted a luncheon with Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian Thursday, Sept. 8.     “We are under attack on everything that makes Texas, Texas,” he told the audience.
Troy Nehls

Troy Nehls

"Chamber hosts Congressman Nehls" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff
Thursday, September 15, 2022
   The Bay City Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture hosted a luncheon with District 22 Congressman Troy Nehls last week.     “We are at a troubling time in our country,” said Nehls.     “Our whole infrastructure needs improving. Not to mention flood mitigation along with our roads and bridges.
Tidehaven students make a great red, white and blue statement to observe the anniversary of 9/11. The profusion of flags and the Tiger football team’s display of much larger American flags all struck the appropriate tone of unity. Sentinel Photo/ Jessica Shepard

Tidehaven students make a great red, white and blue statement to observe the anniversary of 9/11. The profusion of flags and the Tiger football team’s display of much larger American flags all struck the appropriate tone of unity. Sentinel Photo/ Jessica Shepard

Flags honor 9/11 at Tidehaven

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Tidehaven Athletic Booster Club inducted Diana Fisher into the Hall of Fame during halftime Friday, Sept. 9. Family members were on hand to receive the plaque in Fisher's stead. Fisher's sporting accomplishments included volleyball, basketball, and track and field. Fisher was also the first female athlete from Tidehaven to qualify at the state track meet throughout her high school career. She also achieved All District in basketball in her sophomore, junior, and senior years.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Tidehaven Athletic Booster Club inducted Diana Fisher into the Hall of Fame during halftime Friday, Sept. 9. Family members were on hand to receive the plaque in Fisher's stead. Fisher's sporting accomplishments included volleyball, basketball, and track and field. Fisher was also the first female athlete from Tidehaven to qualify at the state track meet throughout her high school career. She also achieved All District in basketball in her sophomore, junior, and senior years.

Tidehaven honors Hall of Fame athletes

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
Sentinel photo/Jessica Shepard HIF Chief Operations Officer Brooke Vandygriff, right, presented a PowerPoint informational session on HIF's plans for its Matagorda County eFuels production facility on Aug. 30. Vandygriff explained that the company was concentrating on on-site work at the moment but would pursue beginning construction in 2023.

Sentinel photo/Jessica Shepard HIF Chief Operations Officer Brooke Vandygriff, right, presented a PowerPoint informational session on HIF's plans for its Matagorda County eFuels production facility on Aug. 30. Vandygriff explained that the company was concentrating on on-site work at the moment but would pursue beginning construction in 2023.

"HIF explains planning for $6B eFuels plant " by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
    About 150 people attended the Highly Innovative Fuels (HIF) town hall community event Aug. 30.      The event featured an informational presentation on the proposed $6 billion plant and timeline of the project.
Sentinel photo/Jessica Shepard Matagorda Regional Medical Center Foundation Executive Director Tiffany Foltyn gave a presentation on the foundation's successes as part of the '15th Year Celebration" event on Sept. 1 at the Fat Grass Restaurant.

Sentinel photo/Jessica Shepard Matagorda Regional Medical Center Foundation Executive Director Tiffany Foltyn gave a presentation on the foundation's successes as part of the '15th Year Celebration" event on Sept. 1 at the Fat Grass Restaurant.

"MRMC Foundation Celebrates 15 years, discusses concert" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff
Thursday, September 8, 2022
   Matagorda Regional Medical Center Foundation celebrated 15 years of service and support for the community at a reception Thursday, Sept. 1.      MRMC Foundation Executive Director Tiffany Foltyn recognized her board members and the foundation’s accomplishments since its inception.

"Hospital board to participate in TIRZ 4" by: Mike Reddell

News Staff
Thursday, September 8, 2022
   Matagorda County Hospital District board approved participation in the new TIRZ 4 board last week.      TIRZ (Tax Reinvestment Reinvestment Zone) 4 is the new 189-home subdivision developed by Jim Maddox.      City Manager Shawna Burkhart earlier explained TIRZ 4 to the board.

Police arrest Bay City woman on improper relationship

News Staff
Thursday, September 8, 2022
   Bay City police arrested a 31-year-old woman of for improper relationship between educators and online solicitation of a minor under 14 Thursday morning, Aug. 25, police reports show. Sgt. Minerva Pena, was sent to Municipal Court Aug. 25 for a warrant service.
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