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TEMPORARY RELIEF

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Residents throughout Austin County shouldn’t be fooled by the rain that has finally begun to fall this week, as the area is still in a drought. According to USGA.gov, “Rainfall in any form will provide some drought relief.
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County assists with bust

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On Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at approximately 5 a.m., members of the Austin County Special Response Team (SRT) executed a search warrant and arrest warrants at the Prairie View Inn located at 21893 FM 1098, in Prairie View. The operation was the result of an ongoing narcotics investigation by the Westside (HIDTA) Narcotics Task Force.

County moves forward with EMS stations

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Within a month groundbreaking should begin taking place for the construction of Austin County’s three new Emergency Medical Services stations in Bellville, Industry, and Wallis. Representatives from Christensen Building Group, LLC, the company to whom the construction bid was awarded, spoke to the Austin County Commissioners Court at the beginning of the June 27 meeting to go over details and answer any questions regarding the project.
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Blinn Livestock Judging Camp

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One hundred and twenty campers from six different states attended Blinn College for the 2022 Experienced Blinn Livestock Judging Camp. This was an incredible group of young people that thoroughly impressed the crew over at Blinn, and they were thrilled to host them. Blinn congratulates the winners in the contests and is looking forward to the novice camp!
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Sealybration begins July 8

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As expected, the annual Sealybration festival will take place on Sealy Business and Professional Women Park grounds (B&PW) from July 8 to July 10. The event will feature live performances from Cody Johnson, Bag of Donuts, Michael Salgado, Step Rideau, Earl Thomas Conley and others, as well as having plenty of food, entertainment, and beverages for those in attendance to enjoy.

NEWS BITS

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Lions Sealy Dance Club, July 2 The Lions Sealy Dance Club is holding a dance on Saturday, July 2, at the Sealy American Legion Hall with Blue Denim providing the music from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Guests are always welcome.