Astros unconcerned with AI crackdown
“I’m not very familiar with what they’re talking about.” That was Joe Espada’s direct response when asked about the latest cheating scandal that was squashed by MLB. Last week, The […]
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Generals fall on walk-off wild pitch at Acadiana
The Victoria Generals fell to the Acadiana Cane Cutters 5-4 on Saturday at Fabacher Field on the final play of the game. The game was tied at four in the […]
Local wheelchair softball team finds community in annual tournament
For the Victoria Bad News Chairs, playing wheelchair softball isn’t about winning. The team, which hosts the annual Crossroads Wheelchair Softball Classic at the Challenged Athletes Dream Complex at Rivers...
VISD officials present second budget workshop
Victoria Independent School District officials are estimating a balanced $134.5 million general fund budget for the 2026-27 school year as the district prepares to finalize property tax and state funding […]
Authorities reveal new details in Travis Hill case, investigation remains active
HALLETTSVILLE — The Lavaca County Sheriff’s Office has released new details surrounding the death of former Lavaca County Justice of the Peace Travis Hill, saying the criminal investigation into his […]
Ex-Refugio HC Cox prepares for year without coaching
For the past 42 years, former Refugio Bobcats head football coach Drew Cox has been involved in mentoring and molding young student-athletes. This year will be different than that established […]
Generals win 5-3 over Abilene
The Victoria Generals (25-14) picked up their third win in a row by virtue of Thursday night’s 5-2 victory over the Abilene Flying Bison (16-19) at Riverside Stadium. Victoria catcher […]
Beeville police arrest man on burglary, sex offense charge
BEEVILLE — A man was arrested Thursday after Beeville police investigated a reported residential burglary that resulted in a charge of burglary of a habitation with intent to commit a […]
Victoria area restaurant inspections: 5 with perfect scores, 2 face 20+ demerits
The Victoria County Public Health Department Environmental Health Division inspects places where food is served in Victoria, DeWitt, Jackson and Calhoun counties. In the inspection reports, each violation in...
Commissioners to review airport, jail updates
Victoria County commissioners will consider a range of infrastructure, personnel and operational items during their meeting Monday, including an update on Victoria Regional Airport operations, confirmation o...
Let Clark play basketball, not become center of culture war
Earlier this month, a group of Republican congressmen jumped into the ongoing Caitlin Clark discourse, calling on the WNBA to do more to protect the Indiana Fever star. I enjoy […]
Astros trade McCullers to Brewers, pitcher helped guide Houston to pair of World Series titles
Lance McCullers’ time with the Houston Astros has come to an end. The Astros traded McCullers, along with Triple-A left-handed pitcher Colton Gordon to the Milwaukee Brewers this week. In […]
City of Victoria Building Permits: New Commercial & Residential Projects July 01-14, 2026
A look at what's being built or remodeled in both commercial and residential properties in Victoria.
Boedeker praises Shiner alum Peterson after getting drafted
Ryan Peterson, a 2023 graduate of Shiner High, enjoyed great success in collegiate baseball for three years at Sam Houston State and was drafted 71st overall by Major League Baseball’s […]
Victoria revved up for regionals
The Texas East Senior League state champion Victoria Northeast Senior League 16U All Stars (6-0) are preparing for the next test on the ballfield. Victoria turns its attention to the […]
A&M-Victoria’s Gratton qualifies for Canadian Am
EDMONTON, Alberta – Brandon Gratton‘s success from the 2025-26 season hasn’t stopped yet. Fresh off Red River Athletic Conference Men’s Golfer of the Year honors and a runner-up finish with […]
Have changes around the edges helped the Astros?
Entering the MLB All-Star Break, the Houston Astros are not allowing a sub .500 record to hinder them from seeing the positive side of things. Despite sitting at 47-51, the […]
Two arrested after Edna traffic stop
EDNA — Two 18-year-olds were arrested after a traffic stop early Sunday led authorities to seize marijuana, THC vape devices and a loaded AK-style rifle, according to the Edna Police […]
Seadrift alderman questions accuracy of July 2 meeting minutes
A Seadrift alderman is calling for corrections to the official minutes from the City Council’s July 2 special meeting, alleging they do not accurately reflect council action taken during the […]
Port Lavaca OKs housing plan, city secretary
The Port Lavaca City Council approved several appointments, budget amendments and infrastructure-related items during its regular meeting Monday night, including support for an affordable housing development...
Blue Energy data center debate continues
Debate surrounding data centers and Blue Energy’s proposed nuclear power project continued this week as economic development officials sought to address concerns about water use, noise and energy demand wh...
Texas Rangers investigate death of DeWitt County Jail inmate
DEWITT COUNTY —The Texas Rangers are investigating the death of an inmate who was facing murder and evidence-tampering charges after he was found unresponsive Monday morning at the DeWitt County […]
Three ex-Generals selected in draft
A total of three former Victoria Generals were selected over the weekend in the 2026 MLB Draft at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. Outfielder Tre Broussard of the Houston […]
Victoria County expands public safety training center
Victoria County has expanded the footprint of its Regional Public Safety Training Center by more than 10 acres as officials prepare for the project’s next phase, which will include additional […]