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    Wanda Lee Ann Priddy UNSOLVED, STILL OPEN: It’s been almost 47 years, answers still sought
    August 13, 2025
    Crime Stoppers offering up to $1,000 reward for informationNearly 47 years after Wanda Lee Ann “Wendy” Priddy vanished, investigators are still...

    PHOTO BY CJ VETTER
Wendell Campbell holds up a bottle of naloxone to an audience of local law enforcement officers during an Aug. 5 meeting. Naxolone, he said, was a powerful drug used to prevent death by opioid overdose. The front line of saving lives: Local law enforcement gather to...
    August 13, 2025
    Law enforcement officers from across Calhoun County filed into the Texas AgriLife Extension Office Tuesday, Aug. 5. Sitting among a gathering of...

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Calhoun County Historical Commission members Larry Nichols, Vicki Cox and Gary Ralston present a plaque Aug. 6 to Calhoun County Judge Vern Lyssy and Calhoun County Commissioners David Hall, Ronny Best, Joel Behrens and Gary Reese. Calhoun County to receive first national historical marker
    August 13, 2025
    The Calhoun County Historical Society (CCHS) made history Aug. 6 at the Calhoun County Commissioners Court meeting after announcing that the county...

    PHOTO BY Tania French Final curtain closes on Gaslight
    August 13, 2025
    Port Lavaca Main Street Theatre cast members, from left, James Chinowith, Katie Moody, D Franklin, Sarah Tupa, Joey Ochoa, Ann Kapp and Desoray...

    Crime Stoppers to host ‘Jail & Bail’ fundraiser Sept. 19
    August 6, 2025
    Warrants go on sale MondayCalhoun County Crime Stoppers is bringing a fun twist on fundraising with its upcoming “Jail & Bail” event set for Friday, Sept. 19, from 10...
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Ruston and Emily’s tiny home sits on the property of their rental units. From there, they raise their three children and operate their small business. Tiny homes, big ideas
    August 6, 2025
    Local tiny homeowners share facts about small housesWhen it comes to housing, Port Lavaca had 4,334 homes in 2020, according to the U.S. Census;...

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Kane Kocurek holds up his new net and bait bucket at the end of the David Heard Memorial 2025 Hardhead Derby. Kocurek won third place in three- to five-year-old division with a 1.92 pound hardhead catfish Aug. 2. Fishing fun: David Heard Memorial 2025 Hardhead Derby reels in crowds
    August 6, 2025

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Joey Ochoa, playing the role of Jack, is greeted by Katie Moody as Nancy during a rehearsal of the play “Gaslight.” The production opens Thursday at Port Lavaca Main Street Theatre. Main Street theater production actors share inside scoop on...
    August 6, 2025
    The curtain is set to rise on a new production Aug. 7 at the Main Street Theater. Running throughout the week until Aug. 10 will be the...

    UNSOLVED, STILL OPEN: Seven years later, no new leads in...
    August 6, 2025
    Crime Stoppers offering up to $1,000 reward for informationSEADRIFT — It’s been seven years since Suzanna “Suzie” Escobedo vanished from her home in Seadrift, and despite...
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Mike & Judy Overton share their completed puzzle. 35 on or Sorta Near 35 brings summer spirit
    July 30, 2025
    Community members enjoyed festive fun, shopping, and surprises during Port Lavaca’s “35 on or Sorta Near 35 – Christmas in July” event, held at...

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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
    July 30, 2025
    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
    July 30, 2025
    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...
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Port Lavaca Main Street Theatre sits near the corner of Main Street and South Commerce, overlooking the bayfront area. Recent renovations have repaired the roof, air conditioning and lighting. From dust to drama: historic theater returning to life
    July 30, 2025
    Standing at the end of Port Lavaca’s Main Street and overlooking the bayfront, the Port Lavaca Main Street Theatre has been an iconic part of the...

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Madison, Liam, Kairi and Jason Corbell enjoy popcorn in Port Lavaca City Park while watching “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” July 18. The movie was provided by the city of Port Lavaca and snacks by Helping Hands on the Coast. Big screen in city park: Families bring children to enjoy movie in...
    July 23, 2025

    Port Lavaca council split on substandard building board
    July 23, 2025
    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...
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