"Community, WCJC celebrate construction trades" by: Mike Reddell

   Wharton County Junior College’s plans for construction trades training was highlighted in a ribbon cutting before an estimated 85 people last week at WCJC’s Bay City Campus.  County Judge Bobby Seiferman said “it’s an honor be here.

"Jones-Jackson Cemetery now a Historic Texas Cemetery" by: Mike Reddell

   Jones-Jackson Cemetery in northern Matagorda County was designated as a Historic Texas Cemetery in 2021 through the efforts of the Jones/Jackson family.  A historical marker was dedicated at the cemetery located a few miles north of Pledger off FM 1301 at a ceremony Saturday afternoon, Feb.

"Main Street board OKs 2 façade grant applications" by: Jessica Shepard

   The Bay City Main Street Program board unanimously approved two façade grants during its monthly meeting last week.  Edward Jones’ John Dickerson was approved for $4,736 to replace 10 single-pane windows with double panes and replace any corresponding wood damage.

"Cornman questions Bold Fox Development’s TIRZ #2 progress" by: Jessica Shepard

   Tax Increment Re-Investment Zone (TIRZ) #1-4 board members received updated project statuses and annual reports during a meeting Thursday, Feb. 13.