Flood Watch issued for Austin County
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The National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for Austin County from 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 31, through late this evening.
January 2022
Juvenile struck by train, transported to hospital
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The Bellville Police Department released a statement Sunday morning that said a 9-year-old boy was struck by a train around 7 a.m. and was transported to Bellville Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries.
Two arrests made in Bellville shooting
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Bellville Police Department announced two arrests were made Thursday night, Jan. 27, after an incident where shots were fired at The Hill restaurant in Bellville. No other parties outside of the arrested individuals were injured.
Charles Dean Olsen, 62, was arrested and charged with deadly conduct and Ian Neasham, 19, was arrested for unlawful carrying of weapon, possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana according to BPD’s Thursday night statement.
Forrester named all-state
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Sealy junior defensive lineman William Forrester was among the honorees to crack a Padilla Poll All-State team, as voted on by coaches. Forrester was a force in the trenches and was recognized as one of 19 on the second-team defense.
VARSITY SPORTS RESULTS & SCHEDULE
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RESULTS Area varsity results starting Monday, Jan. 17
FRIDAY NIGHT FRENZY
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On a busy Friday night of sports where four teams hosted games across Sealy ISD, the Lady Tiger soccer team kicked things off with a 5-0 win over Hempstead to open play within District 20-4A. Sealy had a quick turnaround and beat Rice 4-0 Monday and will once again host the first of four Friday home games to end this week of play against Harmony School of Discovery.
Tigers grab first district win
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The fourth and final Sealy home game last Friday pitted the Tigers and Navasota Rattlers against each other on the basketball court in District 24-4A action and the visitors emerged with a 42-28 victory after a big third quarter.
Research required for ESD No. 1
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The Austin County Commissioners Court delayed appointing board members to the Austin County Emergency Services District (ESD) No. 1 for a second consecutive meeting Monday, Jan. 24, at the County Courthouse.
Wallis to receive $5 million grant for sewer line replacement
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During last Wednesday’s meeting at the Wallis City Hall Complex, the Wallis City Council adopted a resolution that authorized Mayor Dennis Diggs and other designated signatories for a $5 million grant from the General Land Office (GLO) aimed at addressing sewer line replacement within the city.
Brazos lifters take Rice 2.0
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The Brazos Cougar powerlifting teams competed in the Swamp Strength Invitational 2.0 last Wednesday, Jan. 19, and seven lifters emerged as the champion of their weight class.
