In a press release letter, Texas A&M Chancellor, John Sharp announced his retirement. "Colleagues and friends, I notified the Board of Regents several weeks ago that this coming year will be my final year as Chancellor of The Texas A&M … [Read more...]

The Navasota Public Library has a lot of great programs going on this month, starting this evening. Library Director Tiffany Byers gives details.       Byers also gave details about upcoming Monday evening … [Read more...]

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA is a form available that determines eligibility for college-related financial assistance. There are sessions available at the Navasota Center to help guide potential students with filling out … [Read more...]

Navasota Fire Chief Jason Katkoski introduced two new fireman to the department at last night's city council meeting.     John Flores, who was unable to make it, will be introduced to council at a later date. … [Read more...]

The Navasota Police Department has two new officers. Police Chief Mike Mize introduced them at last night's city council meeting.       Mize also introduced a familiar face coming back to the … [Read more...]

At last night's regular Navasota City Council meeting, Graduate Engineer Jon MacKay gave updates on several projects, beginning with the progress on the east water tower.       MacKay also gave updates about the … [Read more...]

At last night's Navasota City Council Meeting, Mayor Bert Miller proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation Month.       The city has numerous events planned throughout the month of July to celebrate the month. To find out … [Read more...]

At last night's Navasota City Council Meeting, City Manager Jason Weeks gave an update on the current status of the city pool.     Weeks added that there is no specific date the pool will be open as of the time of the meeting. … [Read more...]

Scam alert from The Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General: "Scammers are circulating misinformation around a $600 fake Social Security benefit increase that they are alleging will be issued in June 2024. Any information … [Read more...]

The first tropical storm warning of this year's hurricane season was issued early Tuesday, as coastal communities in Southern Texas prepare for heavy rain, flooding, and possible tornadoes. The beach is closed in Surfside Beach along the coast, … [Read more...]

Some good news from ERCOT as we head into Summer. The head of the Texas power grid is predicting that the state will survive another hot Summer without any rolling brownouts. But, Pablo Vegas, warned that there will be some days when it will be tight … [Read more...]

Micro-celebrities in Texas who spread propaganda on social media will soon have to say if they got paid to post it. The Texas Ethics Commission changed the rules this week to keep pace with political advertising that, until now, has only forced … [Read more...]

On Monday, the City of Navasota held a special meeting regarding city parks. The "Community Center/Pool House/Pool Feasibility Kick-Off Meeting," is one of several that will take place. City Manager, Jason Weeks, … [Read more...]

The United Way of the Brazos Valley wrapped up its annual campaign last week. President Peggi Ondrasek reported the final results.     Ondrasek was especially pleased with the state employee charitable … [Read more...]