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East Larkspur Street in Victoria to be reduced to one lane
VICTORIA, Texas - East Larkspur Street will be reduced to one lane between Navarro Street and Placido Benavides Drive for two days, beginning June 10, weather permitting, so that the street can be resurfaced.
RHS Teacher of the Year: Meaghan Hunt
Refugio High School’s Meaghan Hunt enjoys teaching her students skills they can put to work for them right away. “I love teaching English because the skills we learn are immediately useful,” said Hunt, who teaches English III, English III honors, and English IV classes for 11th- and 12th-graders at Refugio High School.
Refugio, George West ISD students receive scholarships
High school students from Refugio and George West ISDs were named the recipients of the South Texas Fire Chief Officer's Association Scholarships recently. Holding the $500 checks are from left, George West High School graduating senior Caitlin Wientjas and Refugio High School graduating senior and Refugio VFD firefighter Quetzal Vasquez. Also pictured are, from left, Bob Wientjas, George West VFD Chief Lloyd Wientjas, and Refugio VFD Chief Ronnie Williams. (Photo courtesy of Refugio VFD)
Fatal collision in Port Lavaca claims life of motorcycle driver
PORT LAVACA, Texas — Our partners at the Port Lavaca Wave report a collision near 1928 W. Main St. in Port Lavaca between a car and a motorcycle has left one dead, according to Port Lavaca Police Department Patrol Lieutenant Eric Salles.
Salvation Army of Victoria launches love beyond summer program with camp stay option
VICTORIA, Texas - The Salvation Army of Victoria is starting its Love Beyond the School Year summer program. They're also offering an opportunity for a week stay at Camp Hoblitzelle.
Kutz, Yanta named to SU Dean’s List
Goliad residents, Matthew Kutz and Abby Yanta, were named to Schreiner University’s roster of high-achieving students for the 2024 spring term, each making the Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a full-time student must have passing grades in all courses, and must earn at least a...
Frustrations mount over stray dog problem in Refugio County
The stray dog problem in Refugio County reached a new level on May 29 when a Woodsboro resident shot two dogs that he claimed cornered his pet cat and became aggressive toward him. No charges were filed against the resident and no citations were issued to the dog owners. “He...
Juneteenth celebration June 14-16 in Refugio
The 2024 Refugio Community Cemetery Association Juneteenth Celebration will include games, food, and entertainment on June 14-16 in Refugio. The three-day event will begin at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 14, with a meet-and-greet at Padilla Hall, which is located at 246 Fairgrounds Road. Bingo and appetizers are also on...
Council approves interim secretary, attorney
An interim city secretary and interim city attorney were approved during the June 5 meeting of the Goliad City Council. Veronica Garza of Runge will become the interim city secretary while Thomas Gwosdz will succeed Barbara Boulware-Wells on an interim basis. Becky Miska, who now serves as the assistant city...
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