Victoria's Emergency Medical Services can now provide whole blood to trauma victims, a dramatic upgrade from options that were previously available to patients who had suffered severe blood loss.
Students set sail with Capt. Whitney Curry and her crew on the Texas Floating Classroom. The 90-minute boat tour allows students to learn about the San Antonio Bay by catching, touching and seeing the various marine life within the waters.
The roar of a 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 special edition filled the workshop as it topped out over 200 mph.
A 35-year-old Victoria man was arrested Tuesday afternoon at a home in the 100 block of South Ben Jordan Street on suspicion of possession of illegal narcotics with intent to deliver.
The Victoria school board will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Administration Building Board Room, located at 102 Profit Dr.
Emilia "Emily" Benavides, of Lolita, felt a persistent tug to retire despite a strong desire to continue teaching.
Victoria police officers chased a 20-year-old Victoria man Tuesday night and arrested him on suspicion of manufacturing, delivering or possessing with the intent to deliver a controlled substance.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a weather system near the Bay of Campeche that has a 50% chance of tropical cyclone development in the next five days.
Victoria City Council on Tuesday voted against a pedestrian safety plan on Houston Highway that was endorsed by city engineers, the Texas Department of Transportation and H-E-B officials.
Victoria Regional Airport commissioners on Tuesday discussed an airport system in need of replacing and efforts to address noncompliant property leases in order to bring the airport into good standing with the Federal Aviation Administration.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a low-pressure system near the Yucatan Peninsula as a potential tropical cyclone, according to an update from the National Weather Service in Corpus Christi.
Victoria is about to get a representation boost in a state association for economic development professionals, volunteers and elected officials.
Smoke from a fog machine billowed as people clad in legwarmers danced to the music of Journey, The Beastie Boys and Bon Jovi at Jaycee Hall in Victoria on Saturday during the Second Chance Prom.
After 10 years of service, Goliad County’s Republican chairman has resigned.
Formosa Plastics agreed to pay $50 million for polluting waterways Tuesday, setting a record for the largest settlement of a Clean Water Act lawsuit brought by private individuals.
Victoria Farmers’ Market will have its Fall Season Kickoff from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the Dr. Pattie Dodson Public Health Center parking lot, 2805 N. Navarro St.
The First Pentecostal Church of Edna will host its 25th annual Fun Day featuring wholesome family fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday to benefit Edna Christian Academy.
BURGLARIZED
Every week, families in Victoria each take home a free book from the Victoria Adult Literacy Council.
Victoria County officials approved a burn ban Monday for the county that became effective immediately.
Hurricane Harvey-stricken renters have been left out to dry by federal and state relief agencies, according to a Victoria County woman’s lawsuit.
Milk and bread are served with each meal.
Formosa employees presented five $10,000 checks to local agencies receiving proceeds from the first Formosa Hook and Cook for Charity Event hosted Sept. 21 in Point Comfort.
The Lavaca County Czech Heritage Society celebrated Czech Heritage Month with a social, a meal and an inspiring talk by Thadious Polasek on Sunday.
Chloee Starkey waved a green flag in the air above her head. She held it there for a few moments as two kids each boarded their own miniature tractor.
Gabriel Martinez’s father was hit by a car as he crossed East Rio Grande Street on a Wednesday evening in 2016.
Because of recent hot, dry days, Victoria County officials may reinstate a burn ban.
Although an estimated 90% of public schools in the U.S. practice active shooter drills, there’s little standard protocol across the country.
At least once a year, students in Victoria public schools practice what they would do if there were a gunman on campus.
Retired Lt. Colonel Allen West signed copies of his book, “Hold Texas, Hold the Nation,” at a luncheon at Bayside Seafood Restaurant in Victoria on Saturday. West is a former U.S. congressman and a Fox News contributor.
With the fall come pumpkins and jack-o’-lanterns, which can be any size, shape or color. They can also be scary, funny or scenic.
The driver of a truck died Sunday after crashing near Moulton.
RIG COUNT
Editor’s Note: Gushers and Dusters is compiled from reports filed by oil and gas operators with the Texas Railroad Commission in Austin. The Advocate does not independently verify the information reported.
BEEVILLE
This is a listing of building permits issued by the city of Victoria from Oct. 3 to 9 for new commercial, commercial remodeling, new residential construction and manufactured homes.
For years, income inequality has worsened across the nation.
Twice a year, for a long weekend, the Victoria Regional Airport is transformed into a festival ground.
Victoria attorney Diane R. Kliem has been recognized by the American Business Women’s Association as the 2020 American Business Woman.
EDNA – Blaine Allen has been preparing for the Jackson County Youth Fair for the better part of the last year, caring for his steer and getting ready for the annual livestock show and auction.
CUERO – Seeking a victory after his loss in hometown of Worthington, Minn., Paycheck the turkey galloped toward the finish line and gobbled up Ruby Begonia’s chance of a second triumph.
The 2019 Megan Diaz Memorial Alumni Volleyball Game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday at Victoria College’s Sports Center.
DeTar Hospital
Pyometra is a condition in which the uterus fills with pus. This can be a life-threatening illness that requires emergency surgery. It can occur in any age intact female dog, however older dogs are more prone to this disorder.
University of Houston-Victoria students pick up trash in September during a beach cleanup trip to Mustang Island near Port Aransas. Twenty-five students spent the morning picking up trash along the beach, then spent time relaxing in the sun and surf. Some community members saw the students c…
Victoria College has been selected by the Texas Success Center to participate in a multimillion-dollar Texas Pathways Round Two grant through 2022.
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Mr. Walters you have been watching to much CNN. If there are so many impeachable actions that you can choose from; why hasn't he been impeached?
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