Category: Texas News
-
El Campo to Begin Citywide Mosquito Fogging Operations
EL CAMPO — The City of El Campo announced that its Public Works Department will begin mosquito vector fogging operations across the city starting Monday night, May 26, through Saturday, May 30, 2026. According to the city, fogging will take place nightly and will cover all public right-of-way areas within…
-
Wharton Man Jailed on Child Sex Assault Charges
A Wharton man is being held in the Wharton County Jail after an investigation by the Wharton Police Department into allegations involving juvenile victims. According to the Wharton Police Department, detectives began investigating after receiving a delayed report of sexual assault involving juveniles on April 1, 2026. Investigators later executed…
-
WCJC Among 15 Texas Community Colleges Cleared in State DEI Audit
WHARTON — Wharton County Junior College was among 15 Texas community colleges found to be in compliance with Texas’ ban on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs following a recent state audit, according to a report published by The Texas Tribune. DEI, which stands for diversity, equity and inclusion, generally…
-
West Nile Virus Detected in Nearby Counties
WHARTON COUNTY — The first human case of West Nile virus in Texas for 2026 has been confirmed in Harris County, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Health officials said the Harris County resident was diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease, a rare but serious form…