Pedestrian deaths in Texas increase 15% in 2021

As Texans enjoy summer activities outdoors, TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart” campaign urges drivers and pedestrians to watch out for each other as pedestrian deaths continue to rise.

Ring Bling!

Hey, guys, if you’re in love and are looking for a sure-fire way to pop the question, you might want to get in touch with Abdul Gafur Anadiyan, managing director at SWA Diamonds, says the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC].

Walls going up

The walls are going up at Vidor Middle School as work continues on the framework at the rear of the new school. Vidor ISD SuperintendentDr. Jay Killgo said "we are shooting for mid-Fall move in on Oak Forest and late September for the new Administration building (old Capital One Bank).

Vidor targets 38 substandard homes for demolition

The City of Vidor continues to target substandard structures for demolition and is hoping to qualify for a $700,000-plus grant from the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to demolish and clear away 38 substandard, flood or hurricane damaged building scattered across the city.

Fentanyl now leading cause of death for 18 to 45 year olds

Recent seizures of warehouses and truckloads of thousands of pounds of fentanyl and other narcotics in Mexico and California draws attention to how the open southern border of the US is killing Americans and goes beyond the problem of illegal immigration.

The grunge look is back in vogue

“With the world’s love for ’90s fashion at an all-time high since the decade itself, it’s no surprise that grunge has made a comeback,” according to the Trend Spotter website. But says the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC], trendy can be costly.

Governor Abbott authorizes Texas National Guard, Texas Department of Public Safety to return illegal immigrants to border

Greg Abbott today issued an executive order authorizing and empowering the Texas National Guard and the Texas Department of Public Safety to apprehend illegal immigrants who illegally cross the border between ports of entry and return them to the border.

Police Activities

The following is a list of recent arrests made by Vidor Police; a person arrested has not been found guilty. Later, a court or judge may acquit or convict the person, or the person may plead guilty or choose not to contest the charge, or the case may be dismissed. On July 4 about 4:19 a.m.