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Marina Crabtree, left, poses with the Easter bunny during the 2024 VFW Hall Post 4403 Easter market days and egg hunt. The Easter bunny will return this year for photos and fun.

Calhoun County Easter events happening on local bunny trail

Calhoun County is hosting a variety of Easter events around the community, including Sunday services and activities.VFW Post 4403 is hosting its...

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The Chopping Block hold its winning cutting boards, including the Grand Champion cutting board for winning The Calhoun County Area Go Texan 2025 Barbeque Cook Off, which was held April 4-5 at the Calhoun County fairgrounds.

2025 Calhoun County Area Go Texan results

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Former Seadrift resident Alex Perez shows off his vocational nursing certificate. Perez was able to earn the certificate as part of a program offered by the Workforce Solutions of the Golden Crescent.

Workers of tomorrow: Workforce Commission program helps break...

For youth entering the workforce for the first time in their lives, building the necessary skills required to not only obtain a job, but excel in...

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Members of the Lozano family, alongside Texas General Land Office and Port Lavaca officials, celebrate the completion of the GLO’s Hurricane Harvey Home Reconstruction Program in Port Lavaca.

Welcome home ... GLO wraps up Harvey Reconstruction Program in Port...

The Texas General Land Office (GLO) celebrated the completion of its Hurricane Harvey Home Reconstruction Program in Port Lavaca March 31 by...

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Chrissy Obregon and Justin Machicek dance across Port Lavaca’s Main Street, while the Rick Evans band plays during Iguana Fest.

Funky kinda fun: Newcomers share thoughts on Iguana Fest

Crowds packed onto Main Street April 5 for Port Lavaca’s annual Iguana Fest, where food and fun were the name of the game. This year’s event...

Several firearms and narcotics seized by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office sit on a table. The items were taken from a Port O’Connor residence on March 29.

CCSO search warrant results in one arrest

Port O' Connor - On Saturday, March 29, Calhoun County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies executed a search warrant in Port O' Connor. According to a...

CCISD coordinator encourages student volunteerism

When a student reflects on his or her high school experience, they often remember things, like lifelong friends, riveting classroom discussions and walking across that...

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The Port O’Connor Garden Club began work on its community garden in 2022 and now has 32 raised beds for garden club members to use. Working to construct the garden are, front row from left, Cindy Hanson, Nancy Ladshaw, Thomas Williams, and, back row from left, Dori Stomaker and Terri McGuire.

POC Garden Club’s Community Garden beginning to blossom

PORT O’CONNOR – On cleared land the Port O’Connor Garden Club began the process of constructing a community garden for the area in 2022.The land,...

From hobby to career: Marvelous Gardens

“I was that kid – I just wanted to work.” From attending HJM Elementary, with memorable teachers, and living a normal childhood to Marvelous Gardens, Christopher, known as...

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Candy Campos displays a crochet project she is working on during the Knotty Group. The group meets from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and 5-8 p.m....

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Zailey and Zarah Cano give one another a hug after their lifts at the State Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association meet March 14 in Edinburg. Zailey was awarded first place in state, finishing with an individual State Championship, and Zarah placed second overall.

Sister act: Canos power their way to weightlifting success

Calhoun High School’s Zailey and Zarah Cano noted that hard work has paid off, as the two have accomplished success in the school’s powerlifting...

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Sweet Oasis Ice Cream truck was set up at the Calhoun County YMCA Friday March 22, to serve ice cream to children and families.

Local ice cream truck brings flavorful blend of community and culture

Whether craving something familiar or exploring new flavors, Sweet Oasis Ice Cream has something for everyone, said Port Lavaca resident Kimberly...

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Lavaca Bay provides donuts and laughs to the Calhoun County...

On Friday, March 21, Lavaca Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center staff and residents hosted Donuts and Coffee, with the Calhoun County Sheriff’s...

Local domestic abuse survivor raises funds through barbecue

Domestic abuse is an ongoing and active problem — one that affects millions of Americans every year, according to the Center for Disease Control. Port O’Connor-based...

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Nancy Nunley, Lorrie Robinson, Linda Ward and Shirley Harkey gather at The Heritage Center for a game of Mahjongg. The center is open for a variety of activities for senior citizens to gather and enjoy.

Nonprofit offers programs for senior citizens

Senior residents in Calhoun County are in good hands thanks to the Calhoun County Senior Citizens Association (CCSCA), which, according to...

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