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    Contributed photo

    “New team, same dream!”

    HJM Elementary first grade teachers Jessica Walker, Natalie Hall, Macileigh Burris and Lay Hso,...

    “New team, same dream!”
    HJM Elementary first grade teachers Jessica Walker, Natalie Hall, Macileigh Burris and Lay Hso,...
    Contributed photo

    All Smiles

    The whole gang was all smiles for the first day of school! Students in Macileigh Burriss’ first...

    All Smiles
    The whole gang was all smiles for the first day of school! Students in Macileigh Burriss’ first...
    CONTRIBUTED PHOTO 
Formosa employee Russell Campbell donates blood during a blood drive held at Formosa Plastics in 2025. 

    Formosa Employees volunteer for patients across...

    When Formosa Plastics Corporation Texas received a call from the South Texas Blood & Tissue...

    Formosa Employees volunteer for patients across...
    When Formosa Plastics Corporation Texas received a call from the South Texas Blood & Tissue...
    PHOTO BY Tania French
Port Lavaca police officers Job Smith and Trey Lawler receive Life-Saving Awards during the Aug. 10 Port Lavaca City Council meeting for providing emergency aid to a gunshot victim June 21. The officers were recognized for actions that helped stabilize the victim until emergency medical personnel arrived. Pictured, from left, are Port Lavaca Police Chief Tobie Bias, Smith, Lawler and Mayor Luis De La Garza.

    Port Lavaca council honors bravery, lifesaving ...

    Four people were recognized for bravery, lifesaving actions and years of service during the Aug....

    Port Lavaca council honors bravery, lifesaving ...
    Four people were recognized for bravery, lifesaving actions and years of service during the Aug....
    Photo by Tabetha Harris

    BACK-TO-SCHOOL GIVEAWAY

    Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Tyrone Harris helps distribute backpacks during the...

    BACK-TO-SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
    Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Tyrone Harris helps distribute backpacks during the...
    PHOTO BY CJ VETTER
Members of the audience watch on Aug. 4 as Texas State University researcher Jess Dutton presents data on the mercury levels of marine life found within Lavaca Bay and the Alcoa superfund site.

    Environmental study results presented to public...

    Studies regarding the spread of mercury and other contaminants in Lavaca Bay and beyond were...

    Environmental study results presented to public...
    Studies regarding the spread of mercury and other contaminants in Lavaca Bay and beyond were...
    PHOTO BY CJ VETTER
After displaying exceptional skill as educators, 66 teachers with CCISD receive approximately $1,124,228 in additional funds Aug. 3  from the Texas Education Agency in honor of their achievements.

    Local teachers earn state payments amidst budge...

    More than 60 Calhoun County Independent School District (CCISD) teachers received approximately...

    Local teachers earn state payments amidst budge...
    More than 60 Calhoun County Independent School District (CCISD) teachers received approximately...
    PHOTO BY CJ VETTER
Erin and Caitlin Clevenger stand outside their mother’s store, Cee’s Antiques and Uniques Aug. 3. The sisters plan on selling what remains of the items inside and turning the area into a new downtown venue.

    A new life for mom’s dream: Sisters transform C...

    Walking through Cee’s Antiques and Uniques on Port Lavaca’s Main Street is a difficult experience...

    A new life for mom’s dream: Sisters transform C...
    Walking through Cee’s Antiques and Uniques on Port Lavaca’s Main Street is a difficult experience...
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    Printed Paper Online
    August 19, 2026

    Columns
    Hooked on yarn and the memories it holds
    August 19, 2026
    I have picked up the hook and yarn once again. It’s been awhile since I restarted crocheting. I enjoyed the crochet group that met at the public library: A great bunch of...
    Let’s roll the dice: Why should you play a board game?
    August 6, 2026
    At some point or another, throughout your life, you have probably played a board game.Most often, I presume, this was at a point when you were...
    Community
    Contributed photo “New team, same dream!”
    August 19, 2026
    HJM Elementary first grade teachers Jessica Walker, Natalie Hall, Macileigh Burris and Lay Hso, from left, are working hand in hand with students...
    Contributed photo All Smiles
    August 19, 2026
    The whole gang was all smiles for the first day of school! Students in Macileigh Burriss’ first grade class at HJM Elementary School kicked off the...
    CONTRIBUTED PHOTO 
Formosa employee Russell Campbell donates blood during a blood drive held at Formosa Plastics in 2025.  Formosa Employees volunteer for patients across South Texas
    August 19, 2026
    When Formosa Plastics Corporation Texas received a call from the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center (STBTC) asking for help to address a severe...
    Women in Business
    Our Lady Of The Gulf Catholic School
    History
    TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - JAMES CHILTON ALLAN
    August 18, 2026
    TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - JAMES CHILTON ALLAN (1810-1851)James C. Allan was a soldier, judge, and civic leader whose life was closely connected to the...
    TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - LLOYD G. (1919-1982) & EDNA BROWN (1930-2014)
    August 11, 2026
    TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - LLOYD G. (1919-1982) & EDNA BROWN (1930-2014)The old, and often used aphorism, “It takes a village,” is often proven by...
    Local Government
    Commissioners OK drainage contract, extend pier project
    August 12, 2026
    During a regular meeting of the Calhoun County Commissioners Court Aug. 5, commissioners approved a new contract for the Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project Phase II and...
    Local News
    Long-awaited Magnolia Beach fire station moves forward
    August 19, 2026
    After years of planning and delays, a new Magnolia Beach Volunteer Fire Department station is moving forward after Calhoun County commissioners awarded a $1.879 million...
    Port moves forward with roof, cargo deck repairs
    August 19, 2026
    POINT COMFORT – The board of the Calhoun Port Authority approved going out for bids on two rehabilitation projects during its Wednesday, Aug. 12, meeting.The roof...
    AgriLife Extension warns of cyclospora disease
    August 12, 2026
    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the investigation of the current nation-wide outbreak of cyclospora is ongoing. That’s why the Texas...
    News
    Calhoun County approves Flock cameras grant amid privacy concerns
    August 19, 2026
    Privacy, security and cost concerns were raised Aug. 12 as the Calhoun County Commissioners Court considered a $50,175 grant to bring Flock camera technology to the...
    AG finds Seadrift out of compliance with audit requirements
    August 19, 2026
    The Texas Attorney General's Office has determined the city of Seadrift failed to comply with state financial audit requirements for fiscal year 2025, a finding that...
    PHOTO BY Tania French
Port Lavaca police officers Job Smith and Trey Lawler receive Life-Saving Awards during the Aug. 10 Port Lavaca City Council meeting for providing emergency aid to a gunshot victim June 21. The officers were recognized for actions that helped stabilize the victim until emergency medical personnel arrived. Pictured, from left, are Port Lavaca Police Chief Tobie Bias, Smith, Lawler and Mayor Luis De La Garza. Port Lavaca council honors bravery, lifesaving actions
    August 19, 2026
    Four people were recognized for bravery, lifesaving actions and years of service during the Aug. 10 Port Lavaca City Council meeting. Council...
    Police/Court Reports
    Law enforcement officials make 24 weekly arrests
    August 12, 2026
    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...
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