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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...

Port Lavaca police officers Job Smith and Trey Lawler receive Life-Saving Awards Aug. 10 for aiding a gunshot victim until EMS arrived. From left are 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...

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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, mercury raises...

August 12, 2026

Studies regarding the spread of mercury and other contaminants in Lavaca Bay and beyond were presented during a meeting held at the Bauer Community...

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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 budget concerns

August 12, 2026

More than 60 Calhoun County Independent School District (CCISD) teachers received approximately $1.24 million in state funding as a bonus during a...

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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 Cee’s Antiques into...

August 12, 2026

Walking through Cee’s Antiques and Uniques on Port Lavaca’s Main Street is a difficult experience for Caitlin and Erin Clevenger. Arranged around...

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New memorial honors veterans in Port Alto-Olivia

Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4403 stand at attention near a new veterans memorial Aug. 1. The new memorial, located in the Port...

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Seadrift fisherman Cecilio Ruiz stands aboard his fishing vessel July 17 in the Seadrift Harbor. He was one among many fishermen who attended a meeting to discuss problems facing Seadrift Harbor.

Living off the bay: Local ship captains cite importance of Seadrift...

Located on San Antonio Bay, the Seadrift Harbor plays host to local fishermen who utilize its space to store their boats and unload their catch....

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Mandy Grant holds up a cake July 28 at her retirement and swearing in party at Port Lavaca City Hall. She was sworn in as municipal court judge by Port Lavaca Mayor Luis De La Garza.

Former city secretary sworn in as judge, celebrates 34 years of...

Mandy Grant had a lot to be excited about July 28, as she celebrated her birthday, partial retirement and swearing in as municipal judge at Port...

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Workers lower concrete slabs and reef structures early in the morning, July 23. The breakwaters will protect the shoreline from erosion and create habitats for local aquatic creatures.

Construction continues on living shoreline breakwater

For most of July, barges carrying rocks, cranes and crews have been unloading materials into the waters of Lavaca Bay. According to Port Lavaca...

CCISD faces condemnation and critique following school closure and...

Parents across Calhoun County are considering the ramifications of a decision made by the Calhoun County Independent School District (CCISD) Board of Trustees July 20 to...

Calhoun County to celebrate National Lighthouse Day on Aug. 7

PORT LAVACA — Calhoun County will join communities across the nation in celebrating National Lighthouse Day on Friday, Aug. 7, honoring the...

Brenda Joyce Dworaczyk

Longtime educator Brenda Dworaczyk remembered for changing...

Brenda Joyce Dworaczyk, a longtime Calhoun County educator who spent 37 years with Calhoun County Independent School District, including 15 years...

VEDC gives info on new projects and data center coming to Calhoun

During a presentation delivered to Port Lavaca City Council July 13, Victoria Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) CEO Jonas Titus gave an update on several projects...

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Seadrift Mayor Bill Cathey swears in newly appointed Seadrift council member Karen Neal July 14 during a regular Seadrift City Council Meeting.

Seadrift responds to minute inquiry, appoints new council member

During a regular monthly meeting of the Seadrift City Council held July 14, council members responded to citizen comments regarding errors in...

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