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April 2, 2008
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Communications vehicle will aid county's disaster response effort
By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com
Staying in touch with the community so they can respond in a moment's notice under normal circumstances is an important part of the job for emergency service providers. In the event of a disaster, it is even more vital just at the time when electric service or communications facilities might be o... More...
Wharton projects steal show at AIA banquet
Depot and courthouse restorations both earn awards
By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com

Wharton projects were front and center at this year's American Institute of Architects awards banquet for the Houston Area Chapter. Only 16 of the approximately 150 submissions were recognized with awards at the banquet, held earlier this year in the Crystal Ballroom of the restored Rice Hotel. More...

Commissioner Miller takes TTC protest to state capital
'TURF' march, planned for noon this Saturday, draws attention to ongoing opposition to planned corridor
By SHANNON CRABTREE news@journal-spectator.com

While some Trans-Texas Corridor opponents will be taking their argument to the streets of the state capital Saturday, others are still putting their thoughts in writing. The Stop The TTC & Tolls Across Texas event, organized by Texans Uniting for Reform & Freedom, or TURF, is set for shortly afte... More...

   News
•This week's featured Shop Wharton business
Hinze's Barbecue a true family affair
For almost 40 years, Hinze's Barbecue has been filling Wharton's passion for quality dining. Located on U.S. 59 between Texas 60 and FM 102, it was founded in 1970, current owner Mike Hinze said. "My parents started the business and we've kept it in the family all these years," he said. More...
•This week's featured Shop Wharton business
•Dawson Digest Kids in the news at Wharton's C.W. Dawson Elementary School
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   Dateline
•Dateline Wharton
Upcoming events in and around our community
WHS prom dresses Are you looking for something to do with your used prom dresses? Why not donate them to the Wharton High School's prom dress drive. Donations of dresses, shoes, hand bags and jewelry can be dropped off in the front office of the high school up until April 18. For any ques... More...
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   Police
•Police Blotter
Crimes reported to local law enforcement agencies
Burglaries, thefts Theft - Reported at Caddies, 1115 E. Milam St., Wharton, between 12:30 a.m. and 12:39 a.m. March 28. A cell phone valued at $200 was reported stolen. Burglary of a habitation - Reported in the 2000 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard, Wharton, between 12:30 p.m. and 2:12 ... More...
•In Custody
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   Opinion
•Iraqi Prime Minister's actions show true state of affairs in war-torn nation
On April 8, little more than a week from now, Gen. David Petraeus, the supreme U.S. military commander in Iraq, will appear before Congress to offer his assessment of the situation in that country and his recommendations going forward. More...
•Sounding Board
•Hannah Montana, handful of funnels and sausage on a stick part of livestock show
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   Obituaries
•Garris Allen
Funeral services for Garris Allen, 69, of Wharton, are pending at Matthews Funeral Home. A complete obituary will appear in the next edition of the Wharton Journal-Spectator. More...
•Regena Austin
•Dorothy West
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   Sports
•Jaquez wins state powerlifting championship
Owens takes 8th in SHW class
ABILENE - Wharton junior Erich Jaquez made his presence known at Saturday's Division II Texas High School Power Lifting Association State Championships at the Taylor County Expo Center. Jaquez won the 148-pound class with a 1,405-pound total. He had 525- pound effort in the squat, a 345-pound ef... More...
•Lady Tigers clip Royal; still in 24-3A softball playoff hunt
•Dogs beat county diamond rival; Bulls suffer 1st 27-2A loss
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   Ask Billie
•Ask Billie
There are questions, from time to time, about this column. Who decides what the topics will be, when is it written and does anyone edit it? The columns, good or bad, start right here at my desk. The topics are usually about what my concerns are early on Monday mornings. More...
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   Life & Leisure
•Area 4-H clubs compete in county fashion show
On March 14 Wharton County 4-H members participated in the County Fashion Show held in Crescent Hall. The fashion show recognizes 4-H members who have excelled in clothing projects and exhibit skills in several areas. More...
•Get out of the kitchen in a hurry with these throw-together recipes
•Fordyce, Davis reveal their wedding plans
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   Entertainment
•WCJC band to showcase sacred music in concert
The Wharton County Junior College Pioneer Band will perform a concert on April 10 in the Horton Foote Theatre. The theme for the show is Sacred music. "They are not traditionally sacred hymns. They are special arrangements," WCJC band director Joe Waldrop said. He has been at the college for fou... More...
•Strait's 'Troubadour' CD fits country crooner
•Music Calendar
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