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In the rematch of a first responders slow-pitch softball game a year in the making, the Bellville Police Department softball team beat the Bellville Fire/EMS softball team 9-5 in an exhibition match that kicked off the annual Guns N’ Hoses Softball Tournament.

Austin County Judge Tim Lapham and City of Sealy officials clashed over plats that were seeking approval during a special joint meeting of the Sealy City Council and Planning Commission March 30 at the Hill Center.

Spring Break packed in a world of opportunities for Sealy FFA Tigers raising livestock to show at the major stock shows. Students spend months dedicated to the success of preparing, training, and feeding their livestock projects to be competitive in the show rings of the largest and most prestigious stock shows in the world. After last year’s cancellations, this year’s efforts by the students in the Sealy FFA exhibited not only livestock but also resilience as they navigated major stock showmanship during the pandemic. Showcasing the unstoppable spirit of determination and passion for agriculture, the Tigers elevated this year’s season to a historic level as the show season continues throughout the Spring.

The Sealy High School One Act Play group recently earned first place from the bi-district competition and earned a spot at Regionals thanks to outstanding performers. In the bi-district In the bi-district round, Sealy competed against District 23 and 24 representatives and earned the best performer, best overall crew, had four all-star honorees and three more honorable mention all-star cast members.

City officials are getting ready to feel the brunt of residents’ anger as gas bills are starting to arrive with higher bills caused by usage during Winter Storm Uri in mid-February. In social media posts, Sealy residents are venting their frustrations over the city’s handling of the gas usage and now bills for that usage during the winter storm.

During March’s regular meeting of the Sealy ISD Board of Trustees, Special Programs Director Mary Gajewski gave a presentation related to COVID-19 and relayed survey results from parents, staff and students.

Texas Disposal Systems’ Brandon, James and George keep their corner of the planet looking sharp and made a stop at The Sealy News office March 17.

Main and Fowlkes Streets in Sealy were turned into a car show last Saturday, March 20, as the Downtown Sealy Car Social, hosted by the Austin County Rotary Club, took place. Hot rods, low riders and classics were all on display on a beautiful spring afternoon. PHOTOS BY AMANDA LUKSHA

Brazos ISD Superintendent Brian Thompson had his resignation formally accepted at a special meeting of the Brazos Board of Trustees March 11 after he was voted as the next superintendent of D’Hanis ISD.

Sealy Lady Tigers Taniah Coleman and Breanna Brandes used record-breaking performances to help the hosts win the annual Sammy Dierschke Relays last Thursday at T.J. Mills Stadium.