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Tied for top spot in 4A

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

VHS Freshman Raegan Stephenson speaks with Coach Darin Fletcher as she waits for the wind to die down before she begins her approach in the high jump. Currently, Stephenson is in first place in the Region and tied for first in the state for 4A.

Houston man pleads guilty to federal charges stemming from an insurance fraud scheme

News Staff

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

A Houston man has pleaded guilty to federal violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. Robert Lance Kuperman, 71, pleaded guilty to interstate transportation of money by fraud on March 22, 2021 before U.S. District Judge Michael J. Truncale.

Senate panel advances anti "Defund the Police" bill

News Staff

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Cities would have to seek voter approval before they cut police budgets under a bill approved by the Senate Jurisprudence Committee on Tuesday.

Texas State Parks working to return to normal capacity

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Texas State Parks have begun a strategic and thoughtful process of expanding capacity statewide, tracking Gov. Greg Abbott’s latest reopening order, and allowing more Texans the opportunity to visit their favorite parks.

DPS increases road enforcement for spring break

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is stepping up enforcement efforts as traffic picks up for spring break. DPS Texas Highway Patrol Troopers will increase traffic enforcement as part of Operation CARE (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort) from March 13 through March 21, including St.

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office has some upcoming programs in April:

News Staff

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

April 13th, 20th, & 27th: Intro to Beekeeping: The topics that will be covered in this series are Equipment, Personal Protective Gear, Hive Products, and Basic Biology & Starting Concerns. The cost for the whole series is $25 if paid prior to the class and $30 if paid at the door.

Texas spring wildflowers are predicted to shine bright this season despite winter storm

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Spring is upon us and that means the start of Texas’ amazing spring wildflower season. Late winter annuals and perennials lead the 2021 flora parade along Texas highways and state lands within our diverse ecoregions and vernal landscapes.

2020 Congressional Art Competition Winner Lily Grace Niemann “Remembering the Texas: A Glimpse of Glory" Sophomore, Niemann Christian Academy – Woodville, Texas

Babin Announces 2021 Congressional Art Competition for area high school students

News Staff

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) will once again host a Congressional Art Competition in 2021. Students in grades 9-12 wishing to participate must reside (check here) within the 36th Congressional District of Texas.

For details on March sales tax allocations to individual cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts, visit the Comptroller’s Monthly Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary Reports.

Vidor’s retail sales remain static compared to 2020

News Staff

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Orange County’s March sales tax allocation indicates most of the county outperformed the state average increase in retail sales compared to January 2020 with two notable exceptions.

On Thursday, March 4, 2021

News Staff

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

On Thursday, March 4, 2021, the Orange County SWAT Team, Vidor Police Department, and Pct. 4 Constables Office assisted the Orange County Narcotics Division with the execution of a search warrant at residence on Elliott Street in Vidor.

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