Category: Jackson County
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2026 School Ratings: Four A’s and One F Across the Region
The Texas Education Agency released its 2026 accountability ratings. See how 31 districts across Wharton and six surrounding counties scored.
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Florida Fugitive Wanted on Child Sex Crime Warrants Arrested in Neighboring Jackson County
A 23-year-old man wanted in Florida on multiple felony warrants involving alleged child sex crimes was arrested Wednesday in neighboring Jackson County after law enforcement located him aboard a bus traveling toward Mexico.
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Two Charged With Murder After Man Found in Lavaca River
Two Houston men have been charged with murder following an investigation into the death of David Sanchez, whose body was found in the Lavaca River south of Edna.
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Wharton County Among 59 Counties In State Disaster Declaration
Wharton County has been included in Governor Greg Abbott’s disaster declaration covering 59 Texas counties following severe storms, heavy rainfall, and flash flooding that began July 13.
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Traffic Stop Near Edna Leads to Methamphetamine Seizure
A traffic stop conducted by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office near Edna resulted in the seizure of approximately 4 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine, according to authorities.