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September 15, 2007
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River nearly low enough to search for missing DJ's car
By BENJAMIN C. SHARP bensharp@journal-spectator.com
The bottom of the river has been mapped. Sonar and probes have identified several objects large enough to be a car. But whether or not the vehicle of missing Wharton County radio personality Bobby Jones is submerged in the Colorado River is still unknown - and will likely remain that way until a... More...
SAWS reservoir not for recreational use
By BENJAMIN C. SHARP bensharp@journal-spectator.com

Fishing, water skiing and boating would not be allowed on a storage reservoir that LCRA/ SAWS project officials plan to build on the Pierce Ranch. Lower Colorado River Authority officials said this week the lake would be closed to the public. More...

Boling ISD will have election in November
By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com

Boling Independent School District is using the resignation of Trustee Bill Ford as an opportunity to get a head start on consolidating its elections with Wharton and Matagorda counties. More...

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•Habitat constructs third home
Habitat for Humanity is beginning its third home in Wharton, and already sights are set on constructing more in Boling. Habitat President David Samuelson said two lots have been purchased in Boling and applications will soon be accepted by potential homeowners. Future plans are to try and constru... More...
•Constitution center of attention during week-long observance
•Pulling it apart
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   Dateline
•Dateline Wharton
Upcoming events in and around our community
Choir concert The choir of the New Mount Olive Baptist Church in Wharton, Rev. Jimmie Wright Pastor, will be presenting the program "What Train Are You On?" at 6 p.m., today, Sept. 15 . Guest speaker will be Rev. Arthur Edwards, pastor of Greater New Prospect Baptist Church in Needville. More...
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   Police
•Police Blotter
Crimes reported to local law enforcement agencies
Assaults Class C assault - Reported in the 400 block of Main Street, East Bernard, between 5:30 p.m. and 5:35 p.m. Sept. 8. Burglaries, thefts Burglary of a habitation - Reported in the 400 block of East Emily Street, Wharton, between 10:20 a.m. and 10:48 a.m. Tuesday. It was cleared by arr... More...
•In Custody
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   Business
•STP's costs lower than nationwide average
The South Texas Project has the lowest production cost reported by nuclear power plants nationwide, at 1.356 cents per kilowatt-hour in 2006. STP's combined operating, maintenance and fuel expenses were the lowest among plants that report those costs to federal regulators. More...
•Preparing the ground
•'Care Drop' collects tons of goods
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   Agriculture
•Biofuel potential - researchers look for sorghum's 'sweet spot'
Picture this - IV (intravenous) lines in a sorghum field. It's not as far-fetched as it sounds. It's one way that scientists at the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station are researching crops that may contribute to the biofuel revolution. More...
•Cotton producers sign up for referendum
•Ag market prices continue looking good
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   Obituaries
•Ella Sitka
Funeral services for Ella Dorothy Sitka, 96, of Wharton, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Holy Family Catholic Church with Rev. Brian Heyer officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. A vigil service will be recited at 6 p.m. today, Saturday, at Wharton Funeral Home, w... More...
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   Sports
•Brahmas roll over Comanches 35-20
EAST BERNARD - East Bernard relied on the one two punch of runningbacks Mike Hayes and Chris Plunkett to secure a 35-20 win over Shiner Friday night at Memorial Stadium. Hayes scored two touchdowns and rushed for 138 yards. More...
•Lady Tiger spikers dealt 24-3A loss by Columbus
•Wharton tennis team off to fast start
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   Life & Leisure
•4-H'ers rewarded for their efforts
Wharton County 4-H members received recognition for their year of hard work at the annual 4-H Awards Banquet on Aug. 11. This year's Gold Star senior 4-H winners are Laura Reyna of Wharton, Hannah Krenek of Boling and Shelby Cooper of El Campo. More...
•Church members visit residents
•Card ACS fundraiser
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   Entertainment
•St. Philip Church Picnic set Sept. 30 in El Campo
The St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church Picnic will be held next Sunday at the Knights Of Columbus Hall in El Campo. The entire community is encouraged to come and dance to the music of the Dujka Brothers, playing from 10 a.m.- noon and 2-4 p.m. More...
•Music Calendar
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