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On the Scene in Sealy — Dec. 10, 2025

5 months ago By Allison Drinnon

Free Present Wrapping

Thursday, Dec. 11 | 1-6 p.m. | Virgil and Josephine Gordon Memorial Library, 917 N Circle Dr | Sealy

Drop off presents to get them wrapped for free by library staff and volunteers. Donations will be welcomed.

Sealy Nutrition’s Oh Christmas Three

Friday, Dec. 12 | 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Sealy Nutrition, 401 Columbus Road | Sealy

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New laws now in effect across Texas

5 months ago By Jimmy Galvan

Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more. Over 800 laws from this year’s regular legislative session already took effect on Sept.

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Replica license plates already being misused

5 months ago By Jimmy Galvan

The Sealy Police Department is warning residents of a growing problem with the misuse of Texas license plates. A new law went into effect July 1 and this issue has been born from that law.

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Angel Tree ready at Sealy News office

5 months ago By Jimmy Galvan

Every year, The Sealy News sponsors Angel Tree. This tree is decorated with ornaments from the Oaks and Silver Lakes Retirement Centers and residents and businesses from all over the county come to the Sealy News’ office to take the ornaments of these retired citizens and fulfill their Christmas lists.

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On the Scene in Sealy — Dec. 3, 2025

5 months ago By Allison Drinnon

LUNCH & LEARN WITH SEALY POLICE CHIEF RUSSELL GRIMES

Wednesday, Dec. 3 | noon – 1 p.m. | Sealy American Legion, 1630 Meyer St | Sealy

Enjoy holiday cheer, great company, and community spirit as the community comes together to celebrate the season of giving and support the Blue Santa Program. Please RSVP by the Friday before, Nov. 28, to receive a meal.

39TH ANNUAL SEALY FANTASY OF LIGHTS FESTIVAL

Thursday – Saturday, Dec. 4-6 | Sealy

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Indie bookstore owners share on creating third spaces

5 months ago By Allison Drinnon

The Story Peddler owner Lauri Matuska in Bellville and indie bookstore owners from Bastrop and Austin shared insight on crafting community spaces with their bookstores. Matuska founded The Story Peddler in 2023 right next door to The Perk coffee shop.

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Bookstore welcomes murder mystery author (Photo Gallery)

5 months ago By Allison Drinnon

2. Author Ashley Winstead answers audience questions about her most recent novel "This Book Will Bury Me" during an author event, Thursday, Nov.

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On the Scene in Sealy — Nov. 26, 2025

5 months ago By Allison Drinnon

Thanksgiving “Food with Gratitude”

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Brant 1910, 6503 Commerce St | Wallis

Brant 1910 wants to ensure that everyone receives a meal on Thanksgiving Day. RSVP to receive a free meal via 979-217-1772 or visit www.Brant1910.com

Sealy High School Blood Drive

Monday, Dec. 1 | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Sealy High School, 2372 Championship Drive | Sealy

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District attorneys weigh in on new bail amendment

6 months ago By Allison Drinnon

Austin County District Attorney Brandy Robinson and district attorneys from Harris and Ward counties shared insight on the newly passed amendment expanding circumstances to deny bail.