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Man faces 7 warrants, 3 added charges

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
   Bay City police served a man with seven warrants and charged him on three additional complaints in what officers said was an ongoing criminal investigation.  Calvin Williams, 44, was charged with possession of controlled substance, fail to identify-fugitive from justice, and theft, reports show.

Faulty HVAC causes fire, displaces three

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
   A faulty HVAC unit was blamed for an apartment fire that displaced three people on Monday, Dec. 2, Fire Marshal Dan Shook said.  Bay City Police Department, Bay City Volunteer Fire Department, and the Bay City Fire Marshal were dispatched to the apartment fire at 5001 Ave F #602, at about 6:29 a.

"Weekend events kick off Thursday, Dec. 5" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
   With Bay City and Tidehaven advancing in state football playoffs, you may be wondering where the holiday spirit in Matagorda County is this weekend.  Several events are featured this week ranging from pure seasonal entertainment to family fun and even something for adults to enjoy.

Lighted parade reset to Dec.12

News Staff
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
   The City of Bay City Parks and Recreation, Police, and Public Works Departments have officially set 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 as the new date and time for the annual “Lighted Christmas Parade.”  The parade route, entry numbers, and staging area will remain unchanged.

Hometown Christmas celebrations

News Staff
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
   The Parks and Recreation Elves are busy planning the annual “HomeTown Christmas Celebration” opening this weekend.  This year’s celebration includes the Christmas in the Park Celebration, the ever-popular Wilderness Trail of Lights, and Christmas Movies in the Park.

Making Christmas holidays safe

News Staff
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
    Who doesn’t love Christmas?   It is the celebration of Christ’s birth, and everyone is joyful and happy.   The spirit of giving is flooded throughout work and home.   Taking some simple steps to prevent a fire can keep the joy alive and prevent a disasterous outcome.

Polar plunge slated Jan. 4

News Staff
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
   Kick off the New Year with the “8th Annual Polar Plunge” at Hilliard Pool, 3020 LeTulle Ave.    “Will it be cold.... or warm? Come and join us for a dip!” said Interim Parks & Recreation Director Kelly Penewitt in a press release.
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