By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com
The here again, gone again weather pattern of recent weeks is just a sample of what Wharton County residents can expect for the rest of the winter. "When you talk about normal weather for Texas, you're basically discussing the average of extremes," Gene Hafele said. He is the acting meteorologist... More...
AUSTIN - Advisory committees are being developed to provide public input on where the Trans-Texas Corridor should be located and what it should look like. The committees will enhance public involvement during on-going Trans- Texas Corridor environmental studies and provide guidance on how the cor... More...
By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com
Although the work will continue, Wharton County Commissioners Court criticized the city of Wharton's handling of condemnation suits to acquire right of way for the Santa Fe Drainage Outfall Channel Project. It was criticism city officials attending the meeting said was unfair and inaccurate. More...
Gift donors Wharton EZ Lube owners Howard and Sonia Albert donated bicycles and toys to students of Hopper Elementary School. Students' names were drawn and 13 lucky pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students received items. Pictured are the Alberts, their daughter Sklar, a student at Hopper, and Ho... More...
Boling Christmas Parade This year's Boling Christmas Parade hosted by the Boling Fire and Rescue Department and Ladies Auxiliary is scheduled for 2 p.m. today on Texas Street in Boling. After the parade, Santa will be at the Boling Fire Station for photos and refreshments will be served. ... More...
Assaults Aggravated assault - Reported at the Wharton Square Apartments, Wharton, at 8:07 p.m. Dec. 10. Assault, class C - Reported in the 600 block of West Caney, Wharton, at 7:20 p.m. Dec. 10. Assault, family violence - Reported in the 1800 block of FM 2614, Eagle Lake. More...
Marion C. Bozarth, age 82, of Wharton, died Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007 at a Wharton hospital following a brief illness. He was born on Aug. 22, 1925 in Lockhart, a son of the late Samuel Cornelius Bozarth and Lela Ann Buchanan Bozarth. More...
East Bernard senior running back Mike Hayes missed most of last year's season with an injury. He went down with an ankle injury early this season and missed four games. Returning from his injury, Hayes helped the Brahmas win two playoffs games. More...
Brrrr … it's gonna be cold outside this weekend! Those family pets who have to spend their lives or a portion of their lives out of doors need some special care. Here are some guidelines from the American Society for the Provention of Cruelty to Animals which will help protect companion an... More...
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