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The power of green

A plain green ribbon. Two loops and a single knot. Wrap it around the trunk of a tree and its meaning soars. A simple green bow is now a gigantic symbol of remembrance,...

Goodbye Walnut 8: What happens in Vegas is what makes you love Vegas

For most of my life, Las Vegas was never really a “real” place.In a way, it was a bit like a popular background set — something I saw often on TV or portrayed in other...

Too hot for Spot: Quick action needed when heat affects pets

The Texas summer heat is brutal this time of year. Most humans are knowledgeable and know how to protest themselves from heat related illnesses. However, most furry friends...

Stinger Cycling Club launches in Port Lavaca

Daniel Lieta, owner of Stinger Supplements, and his fiancée Fey Cantu are on a mission to get Port Lavaca moving — and they’re doing it on two wheels. The couple recently...

Calhoun County Library summer reading program reaches new records

The Calhoun County Library’s 2025 Summer Reading Program, titled “Color Our World,” drew strong participation across the county, encouraging children, teens and adults to...

Grace Funeral Home

Local Government

Port Lavaca council split on substandard building board

Port Lavaca City Council was divided on the creation of a new building and standards commission July 14, leading Mayor Jack Whitlow to be the tiebreaking vote.The new...

TPWD drawn hunts to open soon in Calhoun County area

Starting Aug. 1, members of the public will be able to participate in hunts through public lands in and near Calhoun County as part of its drawn hunt permits program where...

Commissioners waive fee for hospital to airport transfers

Due to ongoing construction and repairs to Memorial Medical Center’s roof, the Calhoun County Commissioners Court waived ambulance transfer fees to Calhoun County Airport...

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Joan McAfee, superintendent’s secretary, swore in Dana Dworaczyk, who was elected to the at-large position on the Calhoun County ISD Board of Trustees in May, during the Monday, July 21 meeting. Dworaczyk’s swearing in was delayed as she was still under contract with the district. Her contract expired June 30.

Dworaczyk sworn to CCISD board

The last of the newly-elected Calhoun County ISD Board of Trustees members was sworn in during the board’s Monday, July 21 meeting. Dana Dworaczyk,...

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Mike & Judy Overton share their completed puzzle.

35 on or Sorta Near 35 brings summer spirit

Community members enjoyed festive fun, shopping, and surprises during Port Lavaca’s “35 on or Sorta Near 35 – Christmas in July” event, held at...

PHOTO BY CJ VETTER
Pettit and Ayala Consultant partner Natalie Ayala speaks to Port Lavaca City Council on the topic of tax increment reinvestment zones (TIRZ).

Port Lavaca to further pursue potential TIRZ for development

A new partnership between the city of Port Lavaca and a consulting firm could improve infrastructure in the city.According to consultant David...

Council attempts to remove municipal court judge

During a special meeting held July 21, Port Lavaca City Council voted 3-2 to remove Port Lavaca municipal court judge Raymond Perez from his position on grounds of...

Estella R. Delgado

Estella R. Delgado

Estella R. Delgado, 90, of Port Lavaca passed away July 16, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She and our Dad are together again and she...

Archie Bob Massoletti

Archie Bob Massoletti

Archie Bob Massoletti, 92, of Point Comfort, Texas passed away, Monday, July 14, 2025.A rosary will be prayed at 6:00PM with Father Tommy Chen on...

Tribute to Texas flood victims

When the waters came and swallowed the night,With no mercy, no warning, no hope in sight,It wasn’t just homes that were torn apart,But the beating rhythm of many...

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Port Lavaca Auto Group

Police/Court Reports

Law enforcement officials make 24 weekly arrests

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 20 weekly arrests

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...

Mission to Israel fueled by purpose and prayer

Hello, readers. I’m excited to write this new piece about my trip to Israel coming up in September. Some people might be nervous about going to a country experiencing war....

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