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A recent event where a garbage truck ignited due to a lithium-ion battery has emphasized the risks of incorrect battery disposal. The fire started when a laptop battery was crushed with other waste. The fire department managed to extinguish the fire before it spread.

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to lake jackson..

“A Christmas Carol: Ghost Story,” opens this Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Pearl Theatre, 14803 Park Almeda Drive, followed by a reception. Written by Jerry Montoya and directed by Renee van Nifterik, the show will run through December 17 at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. A buy one, get one free ticket night is December 14.

The Mavericks finished one-point shy of reaching the Region III-5A Semis a year ago. A 63-62 loss to Barbers Hill ended the Mavericks season at 29-8. The Panthers had a sub-par season not making the postseason in 2023, but coach Darren Johnson feels like this year’s installment has a chance to flip the script.

The Alvin Advertiser would like to congratulate the Region III-4A Regional Finalist Iowa Colony Pioneers’ Football on a outstanding season. In just their second year competing on the varsity level and also doing it without a senior class, the Pioneers improved from an 2-8 record in their inaugural year to going an impressive 12-1 this season with a District 12-4A District Championship and playoff victories over both Houston Furr (37-0) and Lindale (45-22).

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.247, a week ago the price is $3.259 , according to AAA.

The Brazos Water Authority, along with other local cities, is performing a widespread fire hydrant flush as part of their biannual free chlorine conversion. This month's schedule includes the south side of Oyster Creek Drive from December 2-4, and the north side from December 4-6, starting at 10 pm each night.

The Scavenger Hunt, an event titled 'Search the Lights', is scheduled for December 15 as part of the Light Up Lake Jackson holiday activities. Participants who finish the scavenger hunt will receive a holiday blanket.

More than five of the areas hit the hardest by smog were communities of color.

This article presents three exceptional breakfast and brunch spots in Freeport. Have you had the chance to visit any of them yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below:

In this article, we explore three delightful donut shops in Manvel. Have you had the chance to visit any of these yet? We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Please feel free to share your comments below!

Amidst the serene landscapes of Clute, Texas, the Brazosport Museum of Natural Science beckons nature lovers and history aficionados to explore its rich tapestry of the natural world. A jewel in the Center for the Arts & Sciences, this museum is home to an array of exhibits that span the realms of paleontology, geology, biology, and archaeology. Enthusiasts can revel in the vast seashell collection, acclaimed as the largest public display in the area, and come face-to-face with ancient predators through displays of an allosaurus, raptors, and the formidable megalodon jaw.

Brazoria County - In a unanimous vote, Brazoria County commissioners recommended that state and federal authorities refrain from issuing permits for the monkey facility slated for construction. Charles River Laboratories intended to build its research facility on over 500 acres. PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) says the...

The Alvin Police Department is seeking information regarding an assault that occurred on November 22, 2023, at around 12:55 p.m. According to authorities, a white male assaulted a cashier at a local store before fleeing the scene. The suspect left the premises as a passenger in a silver car believed...

The annual holiday Parade of Lights event will return to Manvel on Dec. 15. (Courtesy city of Manvel) The annual holiday Parade of Lights event will return to Manvel on Dec. 15. The gist. The holiday event will take place at Manvel High School from 5-8 p.m., according to a...

The City of Manvel is once again offering a holiday mailbox at 20031 Morris Ave for children to send their letters to Santa. They can drop off their letters at City Hall during business hours or send them by mail. The mailbox will be open until December 15.

Buc-ee’s has gained so much popularity over the past couple of years. They have the biggest gas stations in the world and tower the industry now with 58 locations worldwide. They provide many different snacks that are great and so many gas pumps that you won’t have to wait forever. So how did this company gain so much popularity and where did they come from?

Popular country music hitmaker Easton Corbin will ring in the holiday season with a performance on Dec. 8 at The Clarion at Brazosport College in Lake Jackson. The show, sponsored by Brazosport CAP (BASF, Olin and Shintech), begins at 7:30 p.m. Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone...

Damon Mound, an impressive geological salt dome, stands as a beacon of the natural and industrial wealth of Damon, Texas. This unique formation is the surface expression of an extensive salt plug, revealing a rich tapestry of rock salt, gypsum, anhydrite, and limestone. Its discovery in the early 20th century marked a pivotal moment for the local community, with the Damon Mound Oil Field producing over 5 million barrels of oil by 1924. The oil, extracted from the surrounding Oligocene sands and limestones, along with significant sulfur deposits, propelled the region into an era of industrial prosperity.

Gobblers 2023 Season Ends vs Jasper Dave Shabaz Photos By: Sonya Timpone Wed, 11/29/2023 - 16:16 Image Teammates Jack Bauer (70), and Savon Wilson (63) embrace after the hard-fought game. Wide Receiver Brayden Hernandez streaks for yards after the catch. Center Cash Cooper and offensive lineman Jack Bauer prepare...