The City of Navasota has a new way for residents to give back to the furry friends at the Navasota Animal Shelter. Residents can now easily donate through the new donation tab on the City's website, or check out the Amazon Wishlist to purchase … [Read more...]
Bryan Broadcasting Station KAGC Named “Station of the Year” for the Second Time by the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards
For the second time, a statewide honor goes to the host of a Bryan Broadcasting weekend program. Gloria Cooks, who hosts the "Paradise Gospel Express" program, said KAGC was named Station of The Year from the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards. … [Read more...]
Man Receives Maximum Sentence for Sexual Assault of a Child
According to a press release from the Grimes County District Attorney's Office, "On April 25, 2024, Renato Vargas Arenas, age 25, pled guilty to Sexual Assault of a Child, which is second degree felony. The defendant requested a sentencing hearing in … [Read more...]
Grimes County Commissioners’ Court Updated on Road and Bridge Projects
At the March 5th meeting of Grimes County Commissioners' Court, County Engineer, Jon Steiber, gave the road and bridge report. For questions about any road and bridge projects, call … [Read more...]
Grimes County Commissioners’ Court Updated on New Justice Center Annex Building Construction
At last Wednesday's meeting of Commissioners Court, Facilities Director, Rodney Floyd gave an update on the construction at the new Justice Center Annex Building. For more information about County Project, call … [Read more...]
Two Grimes County Communities to Receive Part of $97.6 Million in Newly Approved Regional Mitigation Program Projects
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $97,628,799.66 in regional mitigation funds to improve roads, water detention, drainage, and sewer systems. The GLO enabled local prioritization … [Read more...]
Grimes County Commissioners’ Court Approves Sheriff’s Office Participation in Texas 1033 Program
At last week's meeting of Grimes County Commissioners Court, Chief Martha Smith spoke to the court about the Sheriff's Office participating in the Texas 1033 program. The court voted unanimously to approve the Sheriff's … [Read more...]
Celebrate “St. Porktrick’s Day” with Circle Star Annual Hog Hunt and Fundraiser
The annual Saint Porktrick's Day Hog Hunt is coming up the 14th & 15th at Circle Star Firearms in Anderson. Owners Jake Cawthon and Jason Westmoreland tell us who the proceeds are going to this year. Come out … [Read more...]
Twin Oaks Landfill Employee Charged With Illegally Using Company Credit Card
A former employee at Twin Oaks landfill was arrested twice this week on charges of illegally using a company credit card. An arrest report from College Station police says last year, 24 year old Kevin Martinez made a 12 hundred dollar charge to … [Read more...]
Mental Health Patient Makes Threat And Causes Minor Damage At Local Business
On Thursday, February 27, 2025, at approximately 11:20 A.M, the Navasota Police Department received a 911 call from a male subject who was being transported to a mental health facility. During the call, the individual made threats to shoot the driver … [Read more...]
Grimes County Mourns Loss of Long-Time Deputy Travis Hughey
The Grimes County Sheriff's Office announced the passing of Deputy Travis Hughey on February 22, 2025. According to a Grimes County Sheriff's Office Facebook post, "Deputy Travis Hughey has served the Grimes County Sheriff's Office and citizens of … [Read more...]
2024-25 Flu Season One of the Worst in Years
According to the CDC, it has been one of the worst flu seasons in years. Liz Dickey, Executive Director of the Health for All clinic, says it has been a triple threat with the flu, COVID, and RSV. Dickey says … [Read more...]
Navasota City Council Receives Annual Profiling Report from Navasota Police Department
At Monday's meeting of Navasota City Council, Police Chief, Mike Mize, gave the department's annual profiling report, as required by the Code of Criminal Procedures. For more information, contact the City at 936-825-6475 … [Read more...]
Navasota City Council Updated on Several Public Works Projects
City of Navasota Project Manager, Matt Julian, updated council at Monday's meeting on several ongoing projects starting with the Capital Improvement Project. Julian also gave updates about the water tower and well … [Read more...]
TxDOT Scam Alert
TxDOT is warning drivers about a TxTag scam. According to a post from their official "X" account, "Be aware TxTag does not send texts or emails about a past due balance. If you received a suspicious message, DO NOT click on any links and do not … [Read more...]