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January 5, 2008
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Search resumes for Bobby Jones
Hunt for missing DJ starts up again as river drops; rusted metal mistaken for possible car
By BENJAMIN C. SHARP bensharp@journal-spectator.com
The thunder of helicopter rotors was again audible in Wharton this week as law enforcement officials resumed their search of the Colorado River for any sign of missing radio personality Bobby Jones. There was a spark of excitement Friday morning as the searchers spotted what at first appeared to ... More...
Deputy charged with DWI
Five-year veteran resigns after accident
By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com

A Wharton County deputy has resigned after being arrested for driving while intoxicated following a two-vehicle collision in Wharton. Andrew VanVickle, 47, 510 Old Caney Rd., was booked into Wharton County Jail at 4:03 p.m. on Dec. 30 for driving while intoxicated. He was released at 9:15 p.m. Su... More...

Commissioner Reynolds opposed for re-election
Leroy Dettling files for Pct. 1 commissioner
By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com

As filings for a place on the ballot for the March primaries ended Wednesday an additional candidate produced another contested race in November. During the final week of filing, Wharton resident Leroy Dettling put his name out as a candidate for Precinct 1 Commissioner in the Democratic Primary. More...

   News
•County okays paper for primary
Commissioners approve use of paper ballots for both parties, provided prior approval received by DOJ; Democratic Party says it will stick with machines
The Republican Party of Wharton County will be allowed to use paper ballots during the early voting for the March primary as long as the county receives prior approval from the Department of Justice. County commissioners approved a recent motion allowing Republicans and Democrats to use the paper... More...
•Ready to Party
•Corpus woman found dead following New Year's party
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   Dateline
•Dateline Wharton
Upcoming events in and around our community
2008 Bridal Guide The Wharton Journal-Spectator, East Bernard Express and El Campo Leader-News will be producing its 2008 Bridal Guide next month and is in need of your input. First, if you have been married five to seven years, we would like your personal views on why your marriage... More...
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   Police
•Police Blotter
Crimes reported to local law enforcement agencies
Burglaries, thefts Burglary of a vehicle - Reported at the Sweetwater Apartments, 201 Barclay, Wharton, between 1:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Tuesday. An amplifier, digital camera, purse and contents were reported stolen. Burglary of a building - Reported at Sears, 215 E. Boling Highway, Wharton, bet... More...
•In Custody
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   Obituaries
•Wilma Donaldson
Wilma Peavy Donaldson, age 96, of Wharton, died Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born on April 4, 1911 in Chickasha, Okla., the daughter of the late Harlan Dewitt Peavy and Donnie Love Stewart Peavy. More...
•Shanna Jackson
•Alverta Loyd
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   Sports
•Lady Tigers win St. Joe tourney
Resume 24-3A schedule
VICTORIA - The Wharton girls basketball team defeated Industrial 55-44 last Saturday to claim the St. Joseph Invitational Tournament championship. Wharton beat Hallettsville Sacred Heart 74-33 in a first round game last Thursday. More...
•Tigers go 2-3 in Eddie Nelson tourney
•Lechler to play in 3rd NFLPro Bowl
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   Life & Leisure
•Samora family finds Tee Pees perfect place for gathering
When the Samora clan decides to have a family gathering it takes a place with a lot of room. This year they chose the Tee Pee Motel for their New Year's gathering. With 50 to 60 people expected they rented all 10 tee pees and set up tents for the overflow. More...
•Now's a good time to evaluate family goals and decisions
•LOGOS parent meeting Jan. 9, new sessions begin on Jan. 16
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