Last Wednesday, nearly 300 animals were seized from a property off Highway 30 in Carlos, living in what authorities described as "deplorable" conditions. In fact, Grimes County Sheriff's Office investigator Kendale Pittman said it was the worst case … [Read more...]
Grimes County school districts receive first grades with new system
The report card for Texas schools came out August 15th and that means, the grades are in for Grimes County. The State of Texas has a new grading system, which grades districts on an A through F scale, a system that has been met with mixed opinion. … [Read more...]
Navasota food truck park becomes reality
A food truck park is coming to you soon, Navasota. At the August 13th meeting of city council, a public meeting was held regarding extended stay for vendors in the potential park, which is located at 203 South La Salle St. The Planning and Zoning … [Read more...]
Navasota sees rise in new home building
Anyone in Navasota can see the town is growing at a steady pace. The city is expanding and people are moving here fairly quick. In fact, the town is seeing development of homes that it has not seen in awhile. Community Development Director … [Read more...]
Animals seized from Grimes County property
Nearly 300 animals were seized from deplorable conditions August 15th in Grimes County. An anonymous tip led investigators to a house off highway 30 in Carlos yesterday where they discovered the animals living in horrific conditions. Grimes County … [Read more...]
Navasota FD sees surge in illegal burning calls
The Navasota Fire Department stayed busy over the past weekend, as they received multiple calls of citizens performing illegal burns on their properties. Captain David Cooper of the Navasota Fire Department says the calls, while plentiful, have been … [Read more...]
Back to School Health & Safety Day returns
The Grimes County Fairgrounds will host the Back to School Health and Safety Day presented by the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension on August 14th. The day will include useful tips for parents, prizes for kids and much more. Representative for the … [Read more...]
Foreign exchange made easy
Have you ever considered hosting a foreign exchange student in your home for a semester? It is much easier than you might think. We spoke with the local coordinator for Cetusa Brittany Straughan, who placed students in Navasota last semester. She … [Read more...]
Seasons Assisted Living opens after renovations
Most assisted living housing is all the same. Long, dark hallways with a feel that just is not like home. But, not in Grimes County. Seasons Assisted Living in Navasota has just finished renovations that will make you feel as if you are right … [Read more...]
New bookstore opens in Navasota
Anyone who has traveled Navasota's Washington Avenue lately can tell by the awning there is a new bookstore going in across from the Classic Rock Coffee Company. Owner Suzie Linnenbank says she got the idea from the Kansas City Library, who's entire … [Read more...]
New fine punishes those who contract illegally
If you have performed building work or extensions without a license, or have hired a contractor without a license, you could be looking at a potential fee very soon. At the July 9th Navasota city council meeting, city building inspector Jack Kelso … [Read more...]
Grimes County in College Station’s ETJ sights
Because the population of College Station has topped one hundred thousand, the city can extend it's extraterritorial jurisdiction...the distance from the city limits for future annexation...from three and a half to five miles. And that's what was … [Read more...]
NISD sees improvement in STAAR scores
STAAR test scores for Navasota ISD are in and there is some very good news. The district saw the gap between them and the state average close a bit. Superintendent Dr. Stu Musik says the district is happy with what they see. The district saw … [Read more...]
Navasota Rattler football camp begins soon
The Navasota Rattler football summer camp is coming up for all 4th through 9th graders. New head coach and athletic director Casey Dacus says this will be a good time to finally get everyone, both players and coaches, on the same page. Because this … [Read more...]
Issue reports and permit filing in Navasota receives an upgrade
Do you have a problem with something around the city of Navasota? Need a permit for adding to your home? Now, you can do so without the hassle. The city's new, online web form, according to community development director Guadalupe Diosdado, allows … [Read more...]
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