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October 15, 2025

Exxon Mobil to “slow pace” on Calhoun County project development

October 8, 2025

In a press release by Exxon Mobil, company representatives announced that it will “slow the pace” on the development of the Calhoun County-targeted...

The power of words

October 9, 2025

“Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” We have all heard this phrase before. When I was a kid, I believed in this. My pals used to run around...

Regency Healthcare

Port Lavaca Auto Group

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Three Sisters Oyster Co. Nursery Manager Kathryn Davin shows a group of visitors a cage full of juvenile oysters Oct. 11. The oysters within are regularly checked for size before being brought out to the farm proper.

Local oyster farm brings in first crop at weekend tasting

October 15, 2025

Three Sisters Oyster Co. offered visitors a tour of their facility and a free tasting event last Saturday, Oct. 11. The event marked a step forward...

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Hump day for history Camel Corps visits Travis Middle School for...

October 15, 2025

Camel Corps historian Doug Baum visits Travis Middle School Oct. 9 alongside Calhoun County Historical Commission members Gary Ralston and Mary...

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Members of the Seadrift Community Service Club speak with children and members of the public Oct. 7 during the National Night Out and Community Expo hosted in Port Lavaca.

Port Lavaca community comes out for National Night Out and...

October 15, 2025

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY: J.W. McKamey (1878-1955)

October 7, 2025

When you live and grow old in the same place you grew up, memories of things long gone can still be seen in your minds eye. Highway 87 is one of...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY: Leo L. Westerholm (1922-2012)

October 7, 2025

Fortitude. In today’s world, the word fortitude, and its definition, seem lost in the pages of Webster’s dictionary. It is a word that most of us...

Letters to the Editor

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

October 9, 2025

Dear editor,As I walked on the sands of Magnolia Beach with my hearing bathed by the sounds of the ocean’s cries, my thoughts wondered of the many ancient feet that had...

POC water plant is online and operational despite setbacks

October 15, 2025

Despite several setbacks, the Port O’Connor Improvement District’s reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment system is online and producing water for the seaside-based...

Calhoun County Sheriff warns public of ‘bail scam’ calls

October 15, 2025

Following a recent influx of reported scams, Calhoun County Sheriff Bobbie Vickery is warning citizens about new tactics used by fraudsters involving bail payments and...

Commissioners issue change order for road work, accepts easement...

October 9, 2025

Members of the Calhoun County Commissioners Court issued a change order during a Oct. 1 meeting regarding a drainage improvement project located in Seadrift. In addition,...

Port Lavaca opens new tollgate at Lighthouse Beach Park

October 15, 2025

Entry into Port Lavaca’s Lighthouse Beach Park for vehicles will now require a toll following the opening of a new tollgate on Oct. 6. The gate’s opening received criticism...

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Newly-appointed Calhoun Port Authority at-large board member Amy Blanchett is sworn in by port lawyer Anne Marie Odefey during the Wednesday, Oct. 8, meeting as board Chairman Jay Cuellar looks on.

Blanchett sworn in to Calhoun Port Authority seat

October 15, 2025

POINT COMFORT –The first Calhoun Port Authority board member for the newly-created at-large seat was sworn in during the Wednesday, Oct. 8,...

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Victoria Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) President Jonas Titus speaks to a group of Port Lavaca Rotary Club members Oct. 9 at the Bauer Community in Port Lavaca. During the meeting, he gave additional context to Exxon Mobil’s decision.

Exxon Mobil to ‘slow pace’ on Calhoun County project development

October 15, 2025

In a press release by Exxon Mobil, company representatives announced that it will “slow the pace” on the development of the Calhoun County-targeted...

Grace Funeral Home

Fall Sports 2025

Janice Irene Watkins (Gray)

Janice Irene Watkins (Gray)

October 15, 2025

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and FriendJanuary 9, 1939 – September 14, 2025It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of...

October 15, 2025

Oscar Morales was born on April 2, 1956, in Lockhart, Texas, to the late Raul Morales and Janie Gonzalez. He passed away on September 28, 2025, in...

Walter (Keepaw) Weber

October 9, 2025

Walter (Keepaw) Weber passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Visitation will begin onSaturday, October 11, 2025, from 1:00PM – 2:00PM withf...

Police/Court Reports

Law enforcement officials make 17 weekly arrests

October 15, 2025

The arrest records made available through The Port Lavaca Wave newspaper are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has...

Law enforcement officials make 26 weekly arrests

October 9, 2025

The arrest records made available through The Port Lavaca Wave newspaper are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has...

Calhoun High School cheerleaders lead the crowd in support of the Sandcrabs during Friday night’s game at Sandcrab Stadium. The cheer squad kept spirits high under the lights, rallying fans on every play.

Crab Mania Calhoun vs La Vernia

October 15, 2025

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Calhoun’s Cristofer Piña and Colten Evans advanced to the Regional Cross Country Meet after strong individual performances at the district competition. Both runners earned medals and secured their spots among the top finishers, representing the Sandcrabs at the next level of competition.

October 15, 2025

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Calhoun’s Max Ondreas (7) fights through a tackle from a La Vernia defender during first-half action Friday night at Sandcrab Stadium. Cabrales provided key offensive spark plays as the Sandcrabs battled the district-favorite Bears.

Sandcrabs Show Grit, but Bears prevail 38–3

October 15, 2025

Preseason predictions named the La Vernia Bears as the favorite for the district 4A-15 district championship. The visiting team that showed up at...

David J. Garcia

Family honors memory of brother through football scholarship

October 9, 2025

The family behind David J. Garcia Memorial Scholarship are looking for additional donations and fundraisers this October as they prepare for the...

Our Lady Of The Gulf Catholic School

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